Blue Star Physics and Maths

Blue Star Physics and Maths is based in Stoke-on-Trent, providing tutoring for students aged 11 and above in physics and maths. It was founded by an Imperial College Physics graduate, inspired by a son's struggle with A-level Physics, and has developed over 1,000 A-level Physics and Pure Mathematics practice problems.

Tutoring covers Key Stage 3 & 4 as well as A-Level, together with exam preparation sessions focused on key topics and exam techniques.

Parents of primary, secondary and A-level pupils in Stoke-on-Trent describe tutoring in physics and mathematics that went well beyond examination preparation. Richard, also called Rich, is named by families for explaining how and why concepts work rather than encouraging memorisation of formulas. Reviews time and again mention the effect on confidence and interest: a ten-year-old who had disliked maths became keener and showed improvement both in class and with homework, while a Year 8 pupil progressed from a foundation group into higher tier work over six months.

One thing mentioned again and again is how much children looked forward to their next session, with problem solving becoming something they enjoyed rather than avoided. Parents also note that enthusiasm for science spilled into conversations during breaks and after lessons, and that the rapport established with younger learners was immediate, one family recalling how quickly their son settled after an initial call. Several accounts emphasise that lessons built genuine understanding, so pupils could make connections between topics instead of simply memorising formulas. The recurring theme is teaching that changes how pupils engage with the subject, with progress noted in the classroom and during home study.