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Freshwater's tutors feature a British-qualified primary teacher and Humanities Leader with proven success in boosting student achievement, an educational-psychological advisor and former maths/science teacher with dual master's degrees, experienced K–12 maths specialists from top selective schools, accomplished youth mentors and coaches, and high-achieving university students in engineering, education, psychology, and science.

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Jodie

English Tutor Chatswood, NSW
I think a tutor should empower students to think for themselves, as this is what is required for the student to succeed independently when taking exams. So the most important thing I could do as a tutor is to encourage students to work out answers rather than giving it to them immediately. I pride myself on being patient. I believe strongly that…
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Phoebe

English Tutor Wollstonecraft, NSW
The most important thing tutors can do for students is to connect with them on an individual level, understanding their unique needs and situations to best help them learn and grow. By creating a safe and respectful learning environment, tutors can ensure the comfort of their students to best help them on their learning journey. I offer excellent…
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Zichu
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Zichu

English Tutor St Leonards, NSW
No matter which subject the student is learning, s/he needs to know why s/he needs to learn it. Recently, Diane Tavenner, the innovator of American education encourages students to learn whatever they want by asking them to solve problem by themselves. In the field of applied linguistics, we call it 'boost input by producing output'. I believe…
Thomas
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Thomas

English Tutor Wollstonecraft, NSW
Help a student gain the confidence needed to know what they need to do in studying for a subject, as well as the desire to succeed in that area, knowing that they can with the required commitment. Focusing on what a student needs to most efficiently improve their grade, rather than wasting time, so as to provide the most value possible in a short…
Theo
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Theo

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
Be able to answer any questions a student has. Provide a healthy and safe learning environment. Each session provided should be progressive toward the students goals and tasks. Making the client comfortable by making sure they understand the content or question ect. Providing useful 'short cuts' or strategies that they might not be taught at…
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Yelim

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
Just explaining and teaching in their perspective putting me in there shoes so that they can understand it and accept the concept well. And most importantly I think they have to enjoy and have fun while learning rather than feeling bored for the whole class. I am very friendly and I teach kids in their level so that they can understand…
Anke
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Anke

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
Have a lot of patience and not get frustrated. Find a way of explaining or doing something that the child understands. Not giving up. A child who doesn’t understand can get frustrated and it is important for the tutor to motivate the child and try to find a way to tutor the child that focuses on their specific learning style. I have a lot a…
Michelle
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Michelle

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
Sharing knowledge and helping children build a strong educational foundation it is something I'm passionate about. I believe that assisting others in their learning journey can be highly rewarding. Witnessing a student grasp a concept they were struggling with can be fulfilling. The key strengths I recognize I have that would be able to support my…
Molly
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Molly

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
I think it's incredibly important to be patient. People learn at their own paces and for those who struggle more than others, patience can help foster an environment where they feel comfortable expressing a lack of understanding in a concept and allows them to make the most of each tutoring session. It is also important to create lesson plans that…
Shona
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Shona

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to increase their confidence, so that even if they are struggling with a concept/ problem they know that they can achieve a solution and that they have the skills to do so. It is important that the student feels that they can achieve their goals after you have stopped tutoring them. I am a…
Baeden
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Baeden

English Tutor North Manly, NSW
Create a space of no judgement, there are a lot of questions that students find intimidating to ask in a class environment, so as a tutor, creating a safe space for them to ask those questions is the most important goal to achieve. Not only does this allow for a further understanding of a topic, but also allows the student to be able to enjoy the…
Ruth
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Ruth

English Tutor Curl Curl, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to challenge yet support them in their studies. By challenging the student to do better, yet simultaneously reminding them that it is okay to fail, the student will feel inspired enough to try. Furthermore, it is extremely important to build a personal relationship with the…
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Ashlinn

English Tutor Curl Curl, NSW
I believe the most important aspect of being a tutor, is being a collaborator. Rather than giving the student the answers, it should be treated as a partnership in which you guide them on how to learn themselves and act as a dependable figure to show they're not alone in their experiences. I think my strengths are patience, creativity and…
Georgia
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Georgia

English Tutor Curl Curl, NSW
I consider the most important thing a tutor can do for their student's is inspire them. I want to enlighten them with my love for learning and organisation, inspiring them to do and be their best. I also would empower my student's to believe in themselves and gain confidence in their abilities, as I consider a high self esteem, when it comes to…
Laura
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Laura

English Tutor Manly Vale, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is explain something in the most simple form so that they may build on ideals themselves with their comprehensive understanding. I understand that there is not just one way to teach as everyone has a different perspective. I will try to see the view of the student so I can teach them in a more…
Jyoti
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Jyoti

English Tutor North Manly, NSW
Honest, patient, and a good listener Be willing to share your own experiences Teach the student how to learn and explain to them different tricks and strategies Be confident. Creativity, Empathy, and kindness Knowledge of subjects and experience with kids Being patient is important so they can take their own time in…
Ellie
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Ellie

English Tutor Fairlight, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to act as a facilitator, to give them the tools to help them realise their full potential. Each child has the ability to thrive and succeed, to help them discover and be motivated by this is the most important thing a tutor can do for their student. One of my greatest strengths as a tutor is…
Oscar
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Oscar

English Tutor North Curl Curl, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help them develop cognitively and to help them reach their individual academic goals and to help them with their confidence in their own abilities. I also consider the role of the tutor very important in moulding the students brain in order to think critically and analytically,…
Josafina
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Josafina

English Tutor Fairlight, NSW
I truly believe that teaching students how to learn and find their own motivations to study is the best thing a tutor will do. This is a skill that will last a lifetime. I’ve done a lot of complicated study and am well versed in breaking large concepts into smaller, more manageable ideas which would aid me as a…
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Kamaldeep

English Tutor Dee Why, NSW
Tutor is like a second guardian for student who not only provide formal education as well as informal education . Biggest duty of a tutor is to show right path to his or her students and guide them as much as he or she can . I have a good knowledge of subjects ,i m friendly so that students feel free to ask any ques .i am enthusiastic and full of…
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Zenisha

English Tutor Dee Why, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do is provide the students with all the knowledge and resources on a particular problem and help them solve their mistakes in a way they never repeat that again. I think that my relationship building techniques with the students are my biggest strength as I am really outgoing students feel comfortable with me…
Kenny
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Kenny

English Tutor Dee Why, NSW
the best thing a student can do for the student is to be coherent and clear in the way to give information My biggest strengths as a tutor are my patience and my ability to give students the skills to learn diligently and to work…
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BHAGYA

English Tutor Dee Why, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to support their learning, build their confidence, and create a positive and encouraging environment. My strengths as a tutor are patience, clear communication, and the ability to explain concepts in a simple and easy-to-understand…

Local Reviews

I think that things are going well- we only had one session so far but Jake seems great and does a great job of explaining things to her. I will definitely comment further once we get a bit further down the line, but happy so far!
Krista, Queenscliff

Inside FreshwaterTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Morgan worked on long division with remainders and began simplifying fractions, focusing on how improper and proper fractions differ.

In Year 8, Zane practised applying negative indices within algebraic expressions and solved problems involving gradients in linear graphs.

Year 9 student Seth tackled advanced algebra topics such as expanding brackets and equations with variables on both sides, alongside revision of circular geometry using targeted practice questions.

Recent Challenges

In Year 10 Maths, one student showed a tendency to skip showing steps in algebra, which hid sign errors—this made it hard to spot where things went wrong and meant repeated mistakes in multi-step problems.

For a Year 8 student, lack of confidence led them to hesitate before answering statistics questions, even when their reasoning was correct; this slowed progress and left answers unchecked.

In Year 5 English, another learner struggled to extract key points from reading tasks—often missing main ideas because smaller details became distracting.

In each case, the underlying process habits interrupted feedback and caused frustration during review.

Recent Achievements

One Freshwater tutor noticed a big shift with a Year 11 student who, after lots of targeted practice, now pinpoints where he goes wrong in chemistry problems and can quickly fix his own mistakes—something he used to avoid tackling independently.

In Year 9 maths, another student has become much faster at answering questions accurately and now volunteers for harder problems without waiting to be prompted, showing real initiative compared to earlier sessions.

Meanwhile, a younger primary student who previously hesitated during reading is now extracting key points from stories by herself and happily explains them aloud after finishing each passage.

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 Warringah Mall Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School.