Natural Sciences Admissions Assessment (NSAA) Tutors
Established in 2007, Keystone Tutors is one of the UK’s leading private tutoring organisations. Here is a sample of the Natural Sciences Admissions Assessment (NSAA) tutors that we represent. They are predominantly based in London and work online with families based outside of London or overseas. Below you will also find details of articles, resources (including sample papers and worksheets) and FAQs relevant to the Natural Sciences Admissions Assessment (NSAA).
Jon
Jon is a former Head of Science with over 10 years' experience in teaching GCSE Science and A-level Physics. He joined Keystone in 2012 and has helped 240 Keystone families over this period, teaching more than 9,500 hours.
Andrew
Andrew is an enthusiastic tutor with a passion for Maths and Physics. He has experience with SEN and homeschooling students and enjoys sculpting his lessons to meet the student's requirements.
Josh
Josh studied Neuroscience at Cambridge and tutored during this time. Since graduating in 2017 Josh has been teaching Maths and Science up to A Level. He aims to teach his students how to learn and prepares them for future studies as well as exams.
Sarah
Sarah is an extremely experienced educator and academic. Sarah studied in Canada and the UK and can help with Science and Maths across the board as well as oxbridge admissions.
Jack
Jack is an Oxford graduate who is passionate about Maths and Science. He aims to inspire his students and help them to become independent learners.
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Articles on the NSAA
A Complete Guide to Cambridge University Interviews
Interviewing for a Place to Study at Cambridge University Cambridge University, founded over 800 years ago, supposedly by scholars fleeing from irate townsfolk in Oxford, is one of the world's greatest universities and a historic seat of learning. Graced by the stunning architecture of its colleges, and filled with keen minds from around the world, Cambridge is an amazing place to study your chosen subject.
A Complete Guide to Oxford University Interviews
Interviews are often considered to be the most intimidating and mysterious elements of the Oxford admissions process. This guide is designed to demystify the Oxford interview process so that you can approach your interview as confidently as possible.
Webinars from Keystone Tutors
Webinar: How to Use the Summer Holiday to Maximise your University Application
In this webinar Keystone's Managing Director, Ed Richardson, was joined by Jenny McGowan, our Director in Asia, to discuss the sorts of preparation students can complete over the Summer Holidays of Year 12 to ensure they submit a strong UCAS application. The discussion covers how to prepare effectively with particular reference to the importance of super-curricular learning, admissions tests and the personal statement.
Tips for Dealing with Exam Season Anxiety
Keystone's Head of Elective and Homeschooling, Poppy Dundas, was joined by our guest expert Clare de Lotbiniere, a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist and Professional Tutors Jon Gale and Lara Isaac. Lara is also a trained nutritionist and together they discuss how best to get your child prepared for the upcoming exams, including dealing with exam anxiety and calming nerves, keeping motivation strong, the best foods to eat and general revision tips and tricks.
What is the NSAA?
Cambridge University use the Natural Sciences Admissions Assessment (NSAA) to test candidates applying to study Natural Sciences and also for those applying to study Veterinary Medicine.
The NSAA is a 2 hour examination consisting of the following sections:
- A section consisting of 5 parts - candidates need to answer 3 (80 minutes). The parts each consist of 18 multiple choice questions, and are: Mathematics (which is mandatory); Physics; Chemistry; Biology; Advanced Mathematics and Advanced Physics. Calculators may not be used in this section
- A section consisting of 6 questions - candidates need to answer 2 (40 minutes). There are two questions each on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and may include drawing diagrams and graphs. Calculators may be used in this section.
Tests take place in early November.
How can Keystone Tutors help you prepare for the NSAA?
The NSAA is a highly challenging test, requiring students to demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge across mathematics and at least two science disciplines.
The Tutors we represent can work with students to cover any gaps in their knowledge across this wide range of topics. They can help your child practice with past papers under time pressure, and provide detailed feedback on areas for improvement to maximise their performance on the day. They can also stretch your child’s understanding on topics they already understand well, to allow them to distinguish themselves in against the strong competition they are likely to face in taking the NSAA.