About us

It all started back in 1993, when two Chemistry teachers in Scotland found themselves frustrated by the lack of quality resources for Science courses. Rather than wait for someone else to fix the problem, they decided to do it themselves — and Chemcord was born.

Back then, their first idea was to record Chemistry revision notes on cassette tapes — a simple but innovative solution for pupils needing help outside the classroom. They called these Chemistry Recordings… and from that, the name Chemcord was created.

What began as a simple solution for their own classrooms quickly grew. Word spread, and soon pupils and teachers across the country were turning to Chemcord for help with SQA Chemistry and Physics.

Fast forward to 2025, and Chemcord is still proudly run by teaching professionals who understand the classroom — because they’re still in it. Our materials are created by educators who live and breathe the Scottish curriculum and know exactly what pupils and teachers need to succeed.

Over the years, we’ve become the go-to for revision, exam prep, and clear explanations that make sense of tricky topics. Whether you're a student aiming for top marks or a teacher looking for dependable resources, Chemcord has your back.

From our first books in the ’90s to our latest editions today, one thing hasn’t changed: we’re here to support learning — with straightforward, no-nonsense resources that just work.