A-level
Build precise analysis and evaluation
Develop economic diagrams, multi-stage explanations, evidence-based evaluation and stronger extended responses.
Explore A-level tuition →Online GCSE & A-level Economics tuition
The Big Macro:
Excel at Economics
Personalised one-to-one Economics lessons for students throughout the UK. Book directly with a qualified teacher — no tutoring-agency fees, just clear pricing and expert support.
Qualified UK teacher · PGCE10 years teachingIndependent school Head of EconomicsLessons on Microsoft Teams
Alex GrimmerQualified teacher · Head of Economics
Choose your level
Targeted teaching, not generic revision
Lessons are tailored around what each student needs to understand and how they need to communicate it in their exams.
GCSE
Make core economics concepts click
Strengthen foundations in markets, the economy and exam-question interpretation, at a pace that suits the student.
Explore GCSE tuition →Why choose The Big Macro?
Qualified-teacher expertise, without agency fees
Your child deserves more than generic revision. Every lesson is delivered personally by Alex Grimmer, a qualified UK teacher and independent school Head of Economics with 10 years of teaching experience.
01 · Experienced teaching
Know what to explain — and how
Professional classroom and departmental leadership experience helps me identify misunderstandings and adapt questions and explanations to the individual student.
02 · Real-world perspective
Economics beyond the textbook
Before teaching, I worked internationally as a Senior Offshore Geophysical Engineer. I draw on practical experience to connect theory with decisions about energy, investment and global business.
03 · Direct and transparent
One tutor. No agency mark-up.
Parents deal directly with me. There are no tutoring-agency fees in the price: GCSE and A-level lessons are £40 for 60 minutes, with a free 15-minute introductory conversation.
The approach
Each lesson is built around progress
Identify the gap
Start with the concept, skill or question holding the student back.
Work through it
Use questioning, diagrams and context to build confident reasoning.
Apply it in exams
Practise an exam-style response, identify improvements and set focused next steps.
Straightforward online tuition
Personal support, wherever you live
Lessons take place online using Microsoft Teams. You can join from a laptop or desktop, see diagrams built step-by-step and discuss exam questions live.
No agency hand-offOnline across the UKClear lesson goals
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Tell me your exam level, exam board and where you would most value support. I’ll explain the next steps and availability.
Arrange a free introductionMeet Alex Grimmer
Qualified teacher. Real-world experience. Personal support.
I’m a Head of Economics, Business Studies and Careers at an independent school, a PGCE-qualified teacher with 10 years’ experience, and a former Senior Offshore Geophysical Engineer. I bring subject expertise and practical insight to every lesson.
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Read the free guideFrequently asked questions
Are lessons available anywhere in the UK?
Yes. Lessons are delivered entirely online through Microsoft Teams.
Do students need a Microsoft Teams account?
Joining a Teams meeting through an invitation link is usually possible using a compatible browser without a Teams account.
Which exam boards are covered?
Please share the student’s exam board when enquiring so coverage and resources can be confirmed before booking.
Can lessons focus on exam technique?
Yes. Exam-question interpretation, developed analysis, diagram explanation and evaluation can be central to the lesson plan.