BBO Prep — British Biology Olympiad Gold
A-Level extension biology — from biochemistry to ecology — for the UK's most ambitious biologists.
- Mentoring
- 1-to-1
- First session
- Free trial session
- Awards
- Gold / Silver / Bronze
- Scope
- A-Level + extension
1-on-1 personalised classes with a verified expert mentor — first session free.
Your first session is free
A real 1-to-1 teaching session to map your level and plan for BBO.
What Is BBO?
The British Biology Olympiad (BBO) is open to UK Year 12–13 students. It consists of two online papers, each testing biology well beyond A-Level. Top scorers receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze awards, and are considered for IBO selection.
- Who is it for?
- UK Year 12–13 biology students aiming for BBO Gold or IBO selection. Should be confident with A-Level Biology and ready for university-level extension material.
- How is it taught?
- Live 1-to-1 online classes with a verified Biology mentor. Your first session is a free trial that maps your level, then classes follow a personal plan. From $18/hour.
Format
2 online papers × 30 min
Awards
Gold / Silver / Bronze
Scope
A-Level + extension
IBO Selection
~5 students
What You'll Cover
How BBO mentoring works
- Step 1
Free trial & level check
Your first 1-to-1 session is free. A Biology mentor works through BBO problems with you to find exactly where marks are being lost.
- Step 2
Your personal plan
We write a plan around those gaps, starting with Biochemistry, Molecular Genetics, Physiology, paced to your exam date.
- Step 3
Live 1-to-1 classes
Weekly online sessions with the same matched mentor, with practice set between lessons and every mistake reviewed.
- Step 4
Progress updates
Parents get regular updates on accuracy, pace and readiness. If the mentor fit isn't right, we rematch at no cost.
What You'll Achieve
Real, measurable outcomes mapped to your goals — not vague promises.
BBO Gold
Advanced Biology Mastery
IBO Selection
University Application Boost
Exam Format.
| Paper | Duration | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 30 min | Biology beyond A-Level |
| Paper 2 | 30 min | Extension material |
| Total | 60 min | All areas of biology |
What We Cover.
Complete topic coverage aligned with the official exam syllabus.
BBO Mentors.
Aashiya Jawed
Masters in microbiology, JAMIA MILLIA ISLAMIA, NEW DELHI (2023) | Bachelor's in medical laboratory techniques, JAMIA MILLIA ISLAMIA, NEW DELHI (2021)
Choose Your Plan.
The first 30-minute consultation is free. Package rates start from the session price below.
Starter
Perfect for trying us out
Growth
8 sessions / month
Elite
16 sessions / month
Why 1-to-1 Tutoring Works.
Personalized mentoring that outperforms crowded classrooms.
100% Personalized Attention
Every session built around your strengths and gaps — never generic.
Conceptual Mastery
We teach the why behind every formula so it sticks for the exam and beyond.
Interactive Problem Solving
Live whiteboard work, real-time feedback, no passive lectures.
Progress Monitoring
Weekly diagnostics and topic-level scorecards keep you on track.
Flexible Scheduling
Sessions that fit around school, sport, and time zones.
Parent Communication
Monthly progress calls so families stay in the loop.
Accelerated Learning
Cover the same material 2–3× faster than a classroom of 30.
Why One Mentor Academy.
Free past papers & solutions
Every official question paper and solutions PDF, year by year, with our topic breakdown and marking advice — free, no sign-up.
Free BBO Study Resources.
Past papers, practice questions, notes, worksheets and mock tests — curated by our BBO Prep mentors and free to use.
BBO Past Papers
Real exam papers with solutions where available.
BBO Practice Questions
Topic-by-topic questions to build accuracy.
BBO Notes
Chapter notes, formula sheets and revision guides.
BBO Worksheets
Printable problem sets and homework sheets.
BBO Mock Tests
Timed full-length papers to test exam readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Related Courses.
From A-Level to BBO Gold — Biology Excellence
Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll assess your level, understand your goals, and design a custom plan.