Best IB Psychology tutors in the UK & online

This year's DP2 are the first cohort examined on IB Psychology's redesigned course, in May 2027, and its internal assessment is now a research proposal. Lanterna's Psychology tutors, among them IB teachers of the subject and specialists with examiner experience, teach it one to one online at SL and HL, from £58 an hour on UK time. If medicine is the plan, read how Manchester treats Psychology.

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Nisha

Nisha

IB specialist

IB Psychology TutorIA moderator15+ years' teaching

I’m Nisha, an experienced IB Psychology, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and MYP Integrated Humanities teacher with over 15 years in international education. I currently serve as an IB Examiner, Internal Assessment Moderator, and IB Psychology Assessment Content Developer, bringing a strong understanding of IB standards and assessment expectations. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and have taught in international schools across India, Tanzania, and Vietnam, as well as with Pamoja Education, where I guided IB Psychology students in online learning environments. This diverse experience has helped me support learners from varied cultural and academic backgrounds while ensuring they meet the demands of the IB curriculum. In my tutoring, I focus on clarity, conceptual understanding, and critical thinking. I specialize in helping students refine their exam techniques, research and essay-writing skills, and confidence in tackling challenging topics. My approach is personalized, encouraging reflection and academic growth beyond the classroom. Outside of teaching, I’m passionate about reading, gardening, and journaling, which keep me inspired and reflective—qualities I bring into my lessons as well.

  • Psychology
  • TOK
  • Internal Assessment
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Charlotte

Charlotte

IB specialist

IB Psychology TutorHead of Psychology11 years' tutoring

I’m Charlotte, Head of Psychology at a top International School. I’m also an examiner, and have been teaching IB for my whole career. I’m skilled in exam technique, revision strategies and helping building the confidence of students, as well as growing their passion for the subject. Outside of tutoring, you can find me spending time with my two very active little boys, and we love to travel as a family.

  • Psychology
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Anda

Anda

IB teacher

IB Psychology Tutor5+ years' IB teaching

I'm Anda, and I have been teaching and tutoring IB Psychology for over five years. I find true fulfilment in supporting and inspiring my students to reach their potential. Each tutoring session if designed with a clear structure, providing quick and effective feedback to help students navigate complex assessment criteria. I believe that student responsibility is key to success; I work closely with my students to identify areas for improvement, particularly in developing critical thinking skills essential for exam-type questions, Internal Assessment, and Extended Essay. However, the heart of my approach lies in building a positive and trusting relationship with each tutee, creating an environment where students feel comfortable to explore and grow. My commitment to personalised guidance has led my students to consistently achieve grades well above the global average, while also igniting a genuine interest in Psychology.

  • Psychology
  • Internal Assessment
  • Extended Essay
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Robert

Robert

IB specialist

IB Psychology Tutor25 years' IB teaching

My name is Robert. I am an online IB psychology tutor based in England. I have 25 years of IB psychology teaching experience in international schools around the world. I now use this experience to teach the IB psychology online using a range of IB materials and online platforms. I hold Master's, Bachelor's and teaching degrees form UK universities, supporting this I am an experienced IB psychology examiner. It is my goal to provide the best online learning environment that is both, challenging and importantly engaging and enjoyable. Outside of the classroom I enjoy the great outdoors, reading, politics and keeping up to date with practices in neuroscience and food science.

  • Psychology
  • TOK
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Steph

Steph

IB graduate

IB Psychology Tutor43/45 IB graduate5+ years' IB tutoring

I’m Steph! I’m an IB graduate with 43 points and have recently completed a BSc in Sport & Exercise Science at the University of Bath and an MSc in Management at the University of Manchester. I achieved 7s in HL Biology and Sports, Exercise & Health Science (SEHS), and have over five years of tutoring experience in these subjects, as well as Psychology. I take pride in helping all of my students develop both strong subject knowledge and real, genuine exam confidence. My tutoring style is completely tailored to each student; I focus on identifying how they learn best so that every session is engaging, efficient, and productive. Whether it’s breaking down complex concepts, perfecting exam technique, or simply building subject confidence, my goal is to make sure each student gets the most out of every minute we spend together. Outside of tutoring, I love being active (gym, running and all kinds of sport!), travelling, and reading. If you’re looking for someone supportive, experienced, and results-driven, I’d love to help more students to reach their goals.

  • Biology
  • Psychology
  • Physical and Health Education
  • Spanish ab initio
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Margaret

Margaret

IB specialist

IB Psychology Tutor10+ years' IB teaching

I’m Margaret, an experienced IB educator with over 10 years of teaching across MYP and DP. I hold a Master of Education in Advanced Teaching and currently teach in an international school, specialising in English A, Psychology, and Theory of Knowledge. I have worked extensively with IB students—supporting them in DP English A, TOK, MYP Language & Literature and Psychology—and guiding them through exam preparation, internal assessments, and academic writing. I’ve supervised successful EEs in both Language & Literature and Psychology, and I’m trained in helping students develop strong research questions, academic writing skills, and critical thinking. My background working with multilingual learners also enables me to support students who struggle with confidence, comprehension, exam anxiety or expression. I also have extensive experience supporting learners with language barriers, ADHD, and dyslexia, helping them access content with confidence through clear scaffolding, personalised strategies, and supportive pacing. My tutoring style is warm, structured, and highly personalised. I focus on simplifying complex ideas, strengthening conceptual understanding, and building exam-ready strategies. Whether a student needs help interpreting texts, improving writing, managing workload, preparing for Psychology assessments, or mastering TOK thinking, I provide guidance that is practical, encouraging, and effective. I help students feel capable, organised, and academically secure. Outside teaching, I enjoy reading, creating educational TikTok content, and exploring topics around culture and society. I speak English and Swahili, and I love supporting students from diverse backgrounds to reach their potential.

  • English Lang & Lit
  • Psychology
  • TOK
  • Extended Essay
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The course

What changed for the class of 2027

IB Psychology's redesigned course is examined for the first time in May 2027, and the change reaches the coursework too: the internal assessment becomes a research proposal. Instead of running an experiment and reporting it, you design a study of a population you choose and justify each decision. The IB's Psychology update page lists the changes, and our walkthrough of the syllabus changes explains them for students.

Grade history comes from the old course. In May 2025 Psychology candidates averaged 4.8 at HL and 4.4 at SL worldwide. The first new-course results are due in early July 2027; until they exist, tutors plan lessons from the published structure rather than from past grade boundaries.

Psychology and UK degrees

Manchester medicine counts it as a science

Manchester's medical school accepts IB Psychology as the second HL science: its MBChB entry requirements ask for 36 points with 6, 6, 6 at HL, including Chemistry or Biology plus one more science from Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Psychology or Mathematics. The other medical schools in our research don't name Psychology among their sciences, so for them it is an extra subject, not a substitute for Chemistry or Biology; Manchester also makes no offer without an interview.

For psychology degrees, the subject questions in our research concern maths and tests rather than IB Psychology. Cambridge recommends Maths AA for Psychological and Behavioural Sciences but also considers AI, King's accepts either maths course at HL for Psychology, and Oxford's Experimental Psychology set the TARA for 2027 applicants, taken in October 2026. Where AI is accepted is covered on our Maths AI page.

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IB Psychology tutoring in the UK: your questions

Who can tutor the research proposal on the new IB Psychology course?

Ask for it in a free consultation and we suggest a Psychology tutor who knows the new course. Because the proposal plans a study rather than running one, lessons focus on the decisions you must justify: the population, which of the four methods from your class practicals fits, and how the design stays ethical. A tutor can point to published research as examples, but the proposal and every sentence in it are yours, and only your teacher comments on a draft; our IA page explains the limits.

My daughter takes HL Psychology and wants to study medicine. Can a tutor help?

Yes, though the subject that matters most for medicine offers is usually Chemistry or Biology. Manchester is the only medical school in our research that names Psychology as an accepted second science, beside Chemistry or Biology. We can look at her whole combination in the consultation and suggest where lessons pay off; our Chemistry page sets out what other medical schools require.

Can the same tutor support a Psychology Extended Essay?

Often. A Psychology essay tends to stand or fall on its question, which has to be narrow enough for published studies to settle. A tutor helps you get there and practise judging evidence rather than listing it, while the essay itself stays yours; the Extended Essay page explains the support allowed and the revised essay first assessed in May 2027.

How do online Psychology lessons work for a student in Kent or Surrey?

The same way as anywhere: live, one-to-one video lessons booked on UK time, typically after school or on Saturdays and Sundays, so for a student in Kent or Surrey the only thing that changes is that there is no journey. Extra lessons can be added in the run-up to the exam window (late April to mid-May 2027).

What do IB Psychology lessons cost?

Lessons start at £58 an hour, and bigger packages bring the hourly price down (see prices).

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