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Karrakatta's tutors include a General Exhibition awardee and state top 50 scholar, seasoned ATAR and high school maths specialists, university-level teaching assistants in engineering and science, accomplished peer mentors, creative writers, speech and drama medalists, experienced camp leaders, and subject prizewinners—many with ATARs above 97 and academic awards for excellence.

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Advika

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
I think patience is the biggest key factor as without that there can be no way an english tutor could help a student. Learning new things can be tricky and scary which is why a tutor must be able to understand a student's learning pace, be able to communicate thoroughly and also make the learning experience a fun one I am a very patient person…
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Anumolakjot

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Being patient and understanding. At the beginning of my tutoring journey, I provided several private one on one tutoring sessions. I started to expect a lot from the students as some students performed better than ours. But it is later I started understanding every student is different and we should always work at their pace. Never push them and…
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Joanne
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Joanne

English Tutor Mount Claremont, WA
Instill confidence in the subjects that the students need assistance with. I am able to modify lessons according to the students'…
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Surbhi

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
A good tutor can change the student's mindset and make them better people. Having a good tutor makes the subject automatically interesting and students tend to invest more time and put more effort into it. I am a very patient and dedicated person. Also, I like to make sure that every person/student I teach, understands everything thoroughly. I try…
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Caitlin

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Above all else, I believe an english tutor should prioritise student wellbeing. Beyond academic achievement, it's essential to foster a sense of belonging, confidence and self-worth in each student. This involves attentive listening, emotional support, and creating a safe, judgement-free space. Additionally, empowering students to take ownership…
Sarah
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Sarah

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
I think the most important things I can do for a student revolve around mentorship. Being an english tutor is not just about imparting information and tips to the student. It is recognising the student as a whole, looking after their mental wellbeing, and ensuring that what they're learning is being tailored to them, rather than a cookie-cut…
Nivedita
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Nivedita

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
According to me, the most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is be a good listener. It is very important to know and understand why a student is facing a problem in a particular situation so that it can be tackled. The tutor should also be compassionate and patient toward the student and should be able to adapt themselves as per…
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Winnie

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Ensure that the student is gaining confidence and is improving. I believe its not the final result that counts, but its ensuring the student's mental health is taken care or whilst the student is experiencing a steady improvement. I believe I am a person with strong moral values that can grasp concepts relatively quickly. I also memorise content…
Celine
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Celine

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Every student is different; therefore, understanding students' unique learning styles, weaknesses, and strengths is key to supporting their learning to the fullest. My passion and background in communication and creating a positive safe space, as well as my interpersonal skills really show my strengths as a…
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AFEEF AHMAD

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Taking initiative to bring the student out of their comfort zone. In a lot of cases, students fear showing their lack of knowledge, especially in group settings. However, it is important for the tutor to recognize this and invite the student into the circle of discussion and let them contribute. It is crucial to create a safe space that is…
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Mabel

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
A tutor should know the student's learning style well and be able to cater to their needs. A tutor should also provide a strong foundation to the subjects so that students can build upon this foundation and practice and get better in the future. A tutor should also build good, consistent study habits in the student, and build up the student's…
Nisha
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Nisha

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Shape them into a better individual through subject knowledge and also teach them the practical skills of life Engage with them,listen to their problems and ideas and streamline those to come up with a mechanism to best teach the way they learn best Knowledge Practical knowledge Patience Kind Considerate Good time management…
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Xue Lin Ellie

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
The most important things an english tutor can do for a student is helping them improve their understanding on a subject and developing in them a genuine love and curiosity for learning through the use of different methods be it through drawing or reward systems. The most important things would include being a good role model for the children by…
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Megan

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
To be able to identify the students strengths and weaknesses before coming up with a teaching method that is suitable to their most preferred way of learning and the way of learning that they would be able to benefit most from. Additionally, making sure the student is comfortable enough to share what they do not understand or to feedback on what…
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Tessa

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Being patient with a student has to be the most important. Learning isn’t the same for everyone and some areas of learning are harder for some people. Remaining patient and staying kind while a child is learning is extremely important. I am a patient person, who can think creatively and how to teach subjects in different ways to suit different…
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Ka Kin

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
Give them the motivation and incentive to learn independently and proactively. Firstly, my academic background in both Art and Finance equip me a solid understanding of writing expression and Maths applications. Secondly, my work experience as a management trainee in private banking and as a credit analyst in JPMorgan has trained me to be…
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Bryan

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
To help students understand concepts and actually retaining them, not just being able to solve questions for a moment and forgetting it after that. I explain difficult concepts using examples from daily life. This tends to make it far easier for people to accept them more…
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Vaishnavi

English Tutor Crawley, WA
In addition to inculcating academic knowledge in students, an english tutor can help students become more passionate towards a subject and can enable the student to grow as a holistic individual by providing moral support and mentorship for the student and helping the student grow in his/her values. I believe that I am extremely patient and do not…
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Beth

English Tutor Shenton Park, WA
Improve a student's confidence and understanding of a subject and to help aid self learning. Thoroughly explaining concepts and accommodating my tutoring to the learning style of the student. Furthermore I am a firm believer in repetition, which solidifies understanding in…
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Saanya

English Tutor Crawley, WA
I am able to explain each topic clearly. I am patient and can comprehend each student's learning style and teach them in that way. I use innovative methods to teach a topic, for example, make a fun quiz for the student each week. I have good communication skills and am able to explain a particular topic clearly. My teaching method involves…
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Joshua

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
A tutor needs to have a good understanding of the content to help cater to the students' needs. By suggesting or providing different resources (e.g. alternative text books, handouts, video clips or study cards), the student can widen their methods of learning and access to resources. A tutor needs to be a relatable individual, who gets along…
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Johna

English Tutor Crawley, WA
I believe the most important things an english tutor can do are: 1) provide clarity, 2) build confidence, and 3) foster independent thinking. A good tutor doesn't just help students get the right answers, they help students understand the process and develop the skills to tackle future challenges on their own. Encouraging students to ask…
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Robert

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
The best way to help a student learn to assist them in breaking down the problems they face. Whether it be breaking down the question, time management or controlling stress levels, the most important aspect of tutoring is to strengthen their fundamental skills. I have clear speech and an ability to connect with the student, aided them in their…

Local Reviews

We cannot speak highly enough of Melika who has been working hard with Christopher to encourage him and improve his skills and increase his confidence.
Deb

Inside KarrakattaTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 8 student Michael practised simplifying and comparing fractions, then applied these skills to converting between decimals and percentages.

In Year 10, Sarah focused on quadratic equations by converting from general form to turning point form and identifying roots and axes of symmetry using worked examples.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Alex tackled linear and non-linear relationships by interpreting graphs and equations from real-world contexts.

Recent Challenges

A Year 10 student repeatedly avoided writing out full working in algebra and index notation questions; as one tutor observed, "mistakes were made due to lack of working out," which led to hidden errors that slowed progress during review.

In Year 11 physics, over-reliance on the equation sheet was noted—Chris needed more familiarity with deriving formulas independently rather than searching for answers, especially under time pressure.

Meanwhile, a Year 7 student struggled with reading worded problems closely; skipping key details resulted in incomplete answers on circumference and probability tasks.

During practice exams, several students lost marks due to poor time management and not checking their responses before moving on.

Recent Achievements

One Karrakatta tutoring session saw a Year 11 student, Chris, move from avoiding challenging physics questions to working through them independently and even explaining his thinking out loud—a real turnaround from early lessons where he'd hesitate or stay quiet.

In Year 10, Mitchell has stopped skipping steps in his maths working; instead of trying to solve everything mentally (and making errors), he now writes out each stage clearly and checks his answers.

For a younger student, Antonio's focus has improved noticeably—he stayed engaged for the full lesson and was quick to spot tricky parts in mental maths problems that used to trip him up.

Local Spots for Tutoring

If you'd prefer not to have lessons at home, tutoring can also take place at a local library—such as Nedlands Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Hollywood Primary School.