Top Science Resources for Students in Cobham

We know the number of online resources, tools, and YouTube channels can feel overwhelming. To make it easier, we have put together a list of tried-and-tested resources that our students use at home. Whether your child is preparing for GCSEs, A-levels, or just wants to explore science in a fun way, these tools make learning interactive, engaging, and effective. Plus, we at Octopus Education in Cobham provide personalised tutoring alongside these resources.

Recommended Online Resources

• BBC Bitesize – Clear explanations, videos, quizzes, and revision guides for biology, chemistry, and physics.

• Seneca Learning – Interactive quizzes and spaced-repetition courses aligned with UK GCSE and A-level exam boards.

• Save My Exams – High-quality notes, practice questions, and past-paper style exercises for exam preparation.

• Physics & Maths Tutor – Revision notes, worksheets, topic tests, and curated past papers for all science subjects.

• PhET Interactive Simulations – Hands-on simulations for forces, circuits, waves, chemical reactions, and more.

• YouTube Learning Channels – Perfect for visual learners:

  • Freesciencelessons – Clear GCSE science explanations.

  • Khan Academy – Comprehensive lessons across all science topics.

  • Primrose Kitten – Walkthroughs, exam tips, and UK-focused revision guides.

• Quizlet – Create or use flashcards to memorise key definitions and concepts for GCSE and A-level science.

  
  

How We Support Students

These tools are excellent for independent learning, but some students benefit from extra guidance.

At Octopus Education in Cobham, we:

• Build confidence in challenging topics

• Offer tailored lesson plans and exam strategies

• Support students to achieve their best in GSCE and high school science

  
  

Final Thoughts

With resources like BBC Bitesize, Save My Exams, PhET, and Freesciencelessons, students in Cobham can study science effectively at home. Combine these tools with our personalised support at Octopus Education, and your child will be confident, capable, and ready to succeed.