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Tutors in Palmerston include a 16-year primary school teaching veteran with a Bachelor of Education, an award-winning maths dux and Olympiad participant, university-level researchers and engineers with postgraduate degrees, experienced early childhood educators, high-achieving ANU science students, Kumon-trained peer mentors, and caring tutors with proven success supporting K–12 learners across diverse backgrounds.

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Sonam

Science Tutor Turner, ACT
1. Offer timely support and guidiance to those topics learners are willing to learn more. 1.Rich in content and experiences in teaching. 2. My patient in learning 3. Communication…
Arjun
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Arjun

Science Tutor Macquarie, ACT
Empathise: A tutor should provide encouragement, build confidence, and create a safe space where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. I try to think of many ways to explain a concept to a student. You never know which approach might work for a student. So, adaptability would be one strength. I think another one is…
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Thyagi
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Thyagi

Science Tutor Cook, ACT
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is to improve a student's confidence with the subject they are tutoring. Once a student has the confidence that they can in fact figure it out they will be far more willing to put in the hard work to improve in the subject. A tutor must encourage their students to ask as many questions as they'd like…
Rika
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Rika

Science Tutor Turner, ACT
Having the heart to serve the students for their learning experience and growth. I give detailed, individual feedback to all…
Tayla
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Tayla

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
To continuously check in with their students and ensure they create a space where they feel like they can be open and honest about whatever areas they are struggling with. In addition, ensuring that we come to each lesson prepared and so that no time is wasted and each session is made the most of. I am an excellent communicator allowing myself to…
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Harkirat

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are building their confidence, making learning engaging, and helping them truly understand concepts rather than just memorizing them. I always try to break down complex topics into simpler ideas, adapt my teaching to the students learning style, and create a supportive environment…
Cian
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Cian

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
A tutor is not there to do a student's homework for them but rather to help them think and problem solve in new ways so that they can complete their work more effectively and be a more independent learner. Thus, a tutor can help by bringing with themselves a large amount of knowledge in the subject area(s) and by having a patient and understanding…
Harshill
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Harshill

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, foster independent thinking, and make learning feel achievable. It’s not just about explaining the content — it’s about creating a space where students feel safe to make mistakes, ask questions, and grow. A good tutor helps students develop the…
Ella
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Ella

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for student is to create an environment in which they feel supported and welcomed. It is key to achieving results that you build a strong rapport with your student. If they feel judged by you and thus do not ask the questions they need to ask, it can stagnate their progress and damage their…
Callum
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Callum

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
As a tutor, I believe that the most important thing I can bring to a student is a different perspective on the subject matter they are studying. While teachers and textbooks can be great resources, they often present the material in a standardized and one-size-fits-all way that may not resonate with every student. By providing a different voice…
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Jinliang

Science Tutor Canberra, ACT
Guide students to understand and explore themselves more instead of giving answers I am good at helping others to think critically and…
Nina
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Nina

Science Tutor Canberra, ACT
As I said before, the most important things a tutor can do for a student is first of all get them excited about education or going to school or a specific subject, whatever their situation may be, as well as give them the tools, independence and knowledge to be able to achieve what they want out of school. I believe I am well-versed in a wide…
Sourov
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Sourov

Science Tutor Braddon, ACT
The term is not teacher, It's facilitator. I am…
Su Thinzar Kyaw
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Su Thinzar Kyaw

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be very understanding about the student's difficulties when tackling a topic. I am very encouraging and I have many different methods to handle a problem and to explain a…
Mandisa
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Mandisa

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
I believe that a tutor shouldn't be perceived as a strictly authoritative figure - keeping the student engaged and building a strong relationship is a vital component in the effectiveness of the tutoring. Students - myself included - gain much more knowledge when lessons are more flexible. It usually takes me a few sessions to understand a…
Jiayan
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Jiayan

Science Tutor Canberra, ACT
To let the student understand the subject I can explain things in a easier and more understandable…
Liam
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Liam

Science Tutor Braddon, ACT
I think the most important things a tutor can do is to make the content understandable rather than just helping to memorise it. But also to normalise mistakes and to assert the importance of educated guessing. Any student can learn faster by giving something a go rather than waiting until they are certain. I believe I can explain and break down…
Laura
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Laura

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
I think the most important thing is not only being decent at explaining and individually creating a good tutoring plan for the student but also to be empathetic. Without empathy, the student will not feel like the tutor understands their struggles and is truly trying to help them. Apart from showing them that understanding and kindly communicating…
Pratham
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Pratham

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
Some of the most important things, I believe, a tutor can do for a student are provide the student with the comfort that it is alright to make mistakes and it is the learning from them is what is important. Every student is different and it is the responsibility of the tutor to convey themselves in a way which caters to their understanding. It is…
Aditya Singh
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Aditya Singh

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
One of the most important things for me would be the tutor's ability to listen and understand a student's query patiently, as it influences how the same content can be tailored differently for a better understanding of the individual. Also, the ability to adequately motivate a topic helps students develop a higher interest and enjoy what they…
Yagnesh
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Yagnesh

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
The tutor must be able to eliminate every question or doubt a student has on a subject or concept and enable the student to comprehend the information not just for scoring grades, but, for understanding and using the information in any scenario which requires it. Hence, the tutor must be able to inculcate this idea in the student and facilitate…
Roshan
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Roshan

Science Tutor Macgregor, ACT
Being there for the student is the best thing to do as a tutor. It will not only increase their focus, but also their confidence. Patience. I always take my time to make sure the student understands the…
Punyashree
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Punyashree

Science Tutor Canberra, ACT
The best thing that a tutor can do for a student is empathise. Putting myself in their shoes and trying to understand what they go through and understanding their perspective of the world does half the magic! I am an efficient communicator. I can put concepts across in a way that the other person can understand. I have acquired certifications in…

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Content Covered

Year 6 student Emma worked on converting fractions to decimals and percentages, as well as arranging fractions in order and solving fraction word problems.

For Year 9, Jacob focused on solving linear algebra equations and practiced the substitution method for simultaneous equations.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Lucas reviewed momentum and circular motion in physics, tackling example questions involving forces and applying relevant formulas.

Recent Challenges

In Year 11 maths, a student showed reluctance to speak up when concepts felt unclear, especially with topics like logarithms and quadratics—this hesitation led to repeated misunderstandings. "He openly stated he's 'not very academic' and avoided asking for help," one tutor noted, which slowed progress during revision sessions.

In Year 8, another student neglected homework over several weeks; missing this practice made it harder to retain subtraction strategies.

For a Year 4 learner, frequent use of the calculator meant less confidence in mental multiplication tables—leading to delays when technology wasn't available during class quizzes or timed activities.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Palmerston noticed one Year 9 student, who previously hesitated to ask for help, now confidently voices questions when stuck on algebra—she even requested a tougher simultaneous equations problem and solved it using the elimination method.

In another session, a Year 7 student who often mixed up subtraction and addition in word problems started double-checking her answers independently, correcting mistakes without prompting.

Meanwhile, a younger student began sounding out tricky words aloud during reading activities rather than skipping them, showing real persistence by referencing her book to answer comprehension questions.

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 Gungahlin Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Palmerston District Primary School.