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Edgewater's tutors feature a PhD-qualified scientist and former university lecturer, an award-winning high school mathematics specialist, a Kumon instructor with extensive experience in primary English and maths, seasoned peer tutors with national academic honours, and passionate educators skilled in coaching, mentoring, and supporting K–12 students across STEM, languages, and the humanities.

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Diya

English Tutor Heathridge, WA
Students spend a major part of a day in school. Many children are unable to get the most of it due to time-constraints and lack of individual attention in a class. However, there are a few students who maintain attention and focus in a classroom environment. Reason is they are more prepared than the rest. If a child follows what is happening in…
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Camryn

English Tutor Joondalup, WA
Aside from explaining things in a clear way, encouragement and positive reinforcement is how kids learn. Also encouraging them to ask questions is huge so that you know they have a full understanding of what they are learning. Being patient and encouraging. I am a very vibrant and enthusiastic person so I think my biggest strength is helping the…
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Laura
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Laura

English Tutor Wanneroo, WA
Actively listening to the student and what they want to achieve. Being empathetic to the student and if a particular strategy isn't working, then tackling it from a different angle until together the tutor and student find what works best for the student and their style of learning. I am intuitive, empathetic and an excellent listener. I myself…
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Chloe-Jean

English Tutor Sinagra, WA
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to provide tools for the student to achieve their goals, build their confidence and make them believe they can achieve anything they put their mind to. I have a background working with children with additional needs so I have the tools and skills to help children that may need that…
Daniel
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Daniel

English Tutor Sinagra, WA
Listen; I find that in a school environment some students don't reach their potential as they are too afraid to address their misconceptions. This is much more comfortable on a smaller teaching ratio and as soon as students feel able to talk about their misconceptions they sore in ability and confidence. I am good and explaining things in a…
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Helen

English Tutor Connolly, WA
Build a relationship to have learning be authentic, individual and enjoyable. Have them learn something they could not do, consolidate and master the subject. See a smile on the face of the student when new understanding has occurred. To adapt the curriculum to each individual student and to use 'on the spot' strategies when I see a student does…
Kausar
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Kausar

English Tutor Ashby, WA
To ensure the student receives the necessary attention, time and guidance to achieve their potential, e.g if one program doesn't work, being able to quickly adapt to a different approach to meet the children requirements and potential should be considered quickly and implemented time effectively Attention to detail, developing strong/committing…
Palak
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Palak

English Tutor Ashby, WA
As a tutor, my approach revolves around understanding each student's unique needs and tailoring my teaching accordingly. For instance, if a student struggling with calculus. Through initial assessments and conversations, I identified that they learned best through hands-on examples rather than theoretical explanations. I will customized sessions…
Mia
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Mia

English Tutor Ashby, WA
Get to know who they are as a person, get to know their weaknesses in the field of study which they require assistance in and then helping them over the course of how many weeks they require depending on the difficulty and other side factors. The main goal (most important thing) of the tutor should be to make their student succeed by listening and…
Rebecca
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Rebecca

English Tutor Ashby, WA
A tutor should push the student as much as they possibly can. Not answer the questions for them, continue making sure the student understands throughout a session and asking the student to teach a question to the tutor. A tutor can build the confidence of a student, reassuring the student on their strengths, and encouraging them to build and…
Ryley
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Ryley

English Tutor Craigie, WA
Instilling self confidence is important to me as I believe that is the key to performing well within test settings - if a student is confident in themselves, they are more likely to show their understanding in essays or tests I'm particularly good at creating step by step guides to maths concepts and generally breaking down concepts that are…
Ana
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Ana

English Tutor Craigie, WA
To be able to explain the same topic in different ways that will best suit that particular student as well as making sure that by the end of the session they have understood the material and are able to answer at least a few questions on it. I am very patient with students and I can explain the same concept in different ways if required so that…
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Meiben

English Tutor Hocking, WA
The best thing a tutor can do would be to let the students grow independently through guidance and support. Instead of directing them to do things your way, it helps more to view things in their perspective and let them do things their way with an understanding of the subject. Different approaches are needed for different students. English is my…
Zoe
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Zoe

English Tutor Beldon, WA
I consider some of the most important things a tutor can do for a student to be building their confidence in learning, demonstrating how to build on mistakes not as failure but as construction and aiding in their overall trajectory throughout school e.g setting study goals. I believe my ability to connect and build rapport with learners to ensure…
Shelby
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Shelby

English Tutor Joondalup, WA
Understand the students method of learning and cater to it Empathy - i understand the struggle kids go through and the pressure they’re under so don’t like to inflict that…
Eloiza
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Eloiza

English Tutor Hocking, WA
Some of the most important things a tutor can do for a student are being patient and being certain of the level of understanding the student has. This is important as it does not just help the student but also consumes less time. My strength as a tutor would be my openness to new ways to learn. I believe that most children would prefer…
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Allyson

English Tutor Hocking, WA
Identify a pupil’s weakness and explore various strategies to scaffold the child’s learning. Additionally, having patience for children to be inquisitive and work through their problems. Building a child’s confidence and positivity towards learning is a top priority of mine as an educator. I have been primary class teacher for 3 years and…
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Kishan

English Tutor Hocking, WA
I intend to help a student develop his/her skills and confidence in a particular subject; in addition, I will use various teaching methodologies that are tailored specifically for each student ensuring maximum effectiveness on the student's performance. I am passionate, self-driven and patient. Therefore, I will try to assist my students with…
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Lunae

English Tutor Currambine, WA
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to build confidence by patiently guiding and supporting them. Oftentimes students underperform because they doubt their ability. Helping them realise their protentional and capabilities is an empowering thing and can have a lasting impact as they achieve their academic goals. As a…
Oliver
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Oliver

English Tutor Mullaloo, WA
A problem solving ability, so the student can become competent on their own. The ability to explain something in multiple different ways to form a better overall…
Zuleika
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Zuleika

English Tutor Mullaloo, WA
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is acknowledge that all students are different. It's crucial to recognise a student's individual needs and tailor to them. A tutor should adapt to the student's learning style rather than the student adapting to the tutor's teaching style. My biggest strength is my genuine passion and enthusiasm for…
Carlo
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Carlo

English Tutor Mullaloo, WA
It is incredibly important for the tutor to adapt to a style of teaching that is suitable for every individual student, as kids learn and process information in their own unique way. My strengths as a tutor are my ability to communicate kindly and effectively to kids of all…
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Andrew

English Tutor Mullaloo, WA
One of the most important things a tutor can do is to give a student a sense of confidence in his/her abilities. It is easy for students to get discouraged and give up; a tutor is the person who helps the student keep going. I am patient and can see where a student is confused over a concept and am able to break down the problem for them. I can…

Local Reviews

Mia has built rapport with my son.
Rachael

Inside EdgewaterTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Lucas worked on reading comprehension and fact families, then practised division alongside the 5 and 6 times tables using visual strategies.

For Year 9, Emma focused on financial maths including simple and compound interest calculations, as well as trigonometry with real-life application problems.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Sarah revised intermolecular forces in Chemistry and tackled scalar product concepts in Maths, working through example problems from recent class topics.

Recent Challenges

A Year 11 student avoided showing working in algebra, "reluctant to write out steps," which made it hard to spot small errors and slowed progress when tackling formulas from memory.

In Year 8, a lack of confidence with times tables led one student to hesitate before answering—he seemed anxious about making mistakes, especially during mental calculation drills.

Meanwhile, a senior chemistry student struggled to recall key formulas without notes at hand; over-reliance on written aids meant more time searching than solving.

When students do not practice applying feedback or organizing their work clearly, confusion grows during revision sessions.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Edgewater noticed that one high school student, after struggling with complex long division, is now able to tackle more challenging problems independently and asks for targeted help only when needed—last session he completed several multi-step questions with minimal prompting.

Another older student who previously hesitated to apply interest formulas can now solve both simple and compound interest problems on her own, showing initiative by checking her answers before moving on.

Meanwhile, a younger student has started reading aloud without waiting for cues, jumping into new comprehension passages confidently after weeks of reluctance.

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 Wanneroo Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Edgewater Primary School.