Maria PsarrouLicensed Educational Psychologist · IB Psychology Educator

IB Psychology private lessons

Exams, IA and
Extended Essay

One-to-one support for Standard and Higher Level students, tailored to individual goals, current level and school programme. Lessons are available face-to-face or online and usually last 60 or 90 minutes.

A calm study desk prepared for individual IB Psychology learning
Focused, individual support for examinations, the IA and the Psychology Extended Essay.

Three areas of specialist support

Support shaped around the student

Students receive clear explanations, focused practice and constructive feedback throughout the IB Psychology programme.

Examinations

Exam Preparation

Targeted preparation informed by experience marking Papers 1 and 3. Students consolidate subject knowledge, apply command terms accurately and develop clear, relevant responses that meet examination criteria.

  • Knowledge gaps and key concepts
  • Timed examination practice
  • Structure, evaluation and feedback
  • Exam technique and time management
Internal Assessment

IA Support

Individual guidance from developing a clear, workable research proposal to preparing the final submission, always supporting the student’s independent work and the school’s supervision.

  • Research proposal, aim and design
  • Methodological and ethical considerations
  • Data collection, analysis and interpretation
  • Structure and academic communication
Extended Essay

Psychology EE Guidance

Specialist guidance alongside the formal supervision provided by the school. Students supported by Maria have achieved Grade A results in the Psychology Extended Essay.

  • Topic and research question
  • Academic research and evidence
  • Critical analysis and argument
  • Writing, referencing and reflection

First assessment: May 2027

Guidance for the redesigned course

Current support aligned with the redesigned curriculum and assessment model for Standard and Higher Level students.

  • 01Concept-based learning
  • 02Four applied contexts
  • 03Research proposal for the IA
  • 04Data analysis & interpretation

How lessons begin

A clear, individual plan

01

Understand the need

The first lesson establishes the student’s syllabus stage, goals and areas requiring support.

02

Review current work

Schoolwork, teacher feedback or draft material can be reviewed where appropriate.

03

Build the plan

A focused plan is developed and adjusted as deadlines and examinations approach.

What students can expect

Understanding, independence and confidence

Lessons provide clear explanations, focused practice and constructive feedback in a calm, individual learning environment. The aim is not simply to complete the next assignment, but to strengthen understanding and confidence across the programme.

A high proportion of Maria’s students have gone on to achieve a grade 6 or 7. Results depend on many factors and cannot be guaranteed.

Direct contact

Start with a simple email

For IB Psychology private lessons, examination preparation, IA, Extended Essay guidance or psychoeducational assessment.

info@mariapsarrou.gr