Physics & Maths Tutor (PMT) Alternatives for A Level
The best Physics & Maths Tutor alternatives for international A Level students are the Tutopiya Learning Portal, Isaac Physics, ZNotes and the exam boards’ own resources. PMT is excellent and free, but its deepest coverage is for UK boards. Students taking Cambridge International or Edexcel International A Levels often want resources organised by their exact syllabus code.
This guide is written by Tutopiya. We list our own Learning Portal first, and we describe the other sites fairly, including where they are a better fit.
Key takeaways
- PMT is a strong free resource for notes, topic questions and past papers, especially in Maths and the sciences.
- International A Level students should check that resources match their Cambridge or Edexcel International syllabus code.
- A good free set-up combines syllabus-matched notes, a question source and past papers.
Quick comparison
| Resource | Best for | Organised by | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutopiya Learning Portal | Notes and a quiz for every topic | Cambridge and Edexcel International syllabus codes | Free to start; paid Premium available |
| Isaac Physics | Physics and Maths problem solving | Topic and difficulty | Free |
| ZNotes | Condensed summaries | Mainly Cambridge International | Free |
| Exam boards | Past papers, mark schemes, examiner reports | Syllabus code | Free |
| Physics & Maths Tutor | Notes, topic questions, past papers | Mainly UK boards, plus Cambridge for many subjects | Free |
1. Tutopiya Learning Portal
Best for: international A Level students who want notes and quizzes that follow their syllabus code.
- Maths and sciences: Cambridge Maths 9709, Physics 9702, Chemistry 9701, Biology 9700, Edexcel IAL Maths
- Beyond Maths and science: Economics, Business, Psychology, Sociology, History and Literature, which PMT covers less deeply.
- Limitations: AQA and OCR students will find more on UK-focused sites, including PMT itself.
2. Isaac Physics
Run by the University of Cambridge, Isaac Physics offers free problem-solving questions in Physics and Maths.
- Best for: building problem-solving skills and stretching students aiming for top grades.
- Limitations: not mapped to a specific international syllabus.
3. ZNotes
Free, condensed student-written notes, mainly for Cambridge International.
- Best for: quick review before tests. See ZNotes alternatives for A Level.
4. Exam board resources
Cambridge International and Pearson publish syllabuses, specimen papers, past papers and examiner reports. Examiner reports explain common mistakes, which makes them one of the most useful free resources.
5. Save My Exams
Polished notes and question banks, with full access on a paid plan. See websites like Save My Exams for A Level.
How to combine PMT with other sources
- Learn each topic from syllabus-matched notes.
- Practise with portal quizzes, PMT topic questions or Isaac Physics problems.
- Sit full past papers from your own board in the final months.
- Read examiner reports to see where marks are commonly lost.
When practice isn’t enough
If the same question types keep costing marks, a one-to-one tutor who teaches your syllabus code can fix the method. Tutopiya tutors set their own rates, plans start from 4 hours a month, and the trial lesson is free with no card required.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a good alternative to Physics & Maths Tutor for A Level? +
For notes and quizzes organised by Cambridge or Edexcel International syllabus code, the Tutopiya Learning Portal is a free option. Isaac Physics is good for problem-solving practice, and the exam boards publish past papers and examiner reports.
Does Physics & Maths Tutor cover Cambridge International A Levels? +
PMT covers Cambridge International for many subjects, but its deepest coverage is for UK boards such as AQA, OCR and Edexcel UK. Check that each resource matches your exact syllabus code.
Is PMT free? +
Yes, Physics & Maths Tutor is free to use.
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