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Latham's tutors include a seasoned primary school teacher and ICT coordinator, a former science and maths teacher with international experience, an ANU Simon Anderson Scholar with a 97.7 ATAR, an accomplished STEM mentor and F1 in Schools national finalist, a Bachelor of Education double-maths specialist, and a dedicated K–12 ICT educator with nine years' teaching experience.

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Bhavika

Science Tutor O'connor, ACT
I believe that the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to make the foundation of the subject very strong so that it becomes easier for them to understand the difficult subjects. I am patient with the students and come with innovative ways to make them understand the concepts. In the first few classes I build rapport with the…
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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…
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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…
Ravindu Indira
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Ravindu Indira

Science Tutor Lyneham, ACT
A great tutor provides personalized attention tailored to the student's needs, learning style, and pace. They build confidence and motivation through encouragement and celebrating successes. Tutors teach valuable study skills like time management, note-taking, and critical thinking to make students more efficient learners. For those with learning…
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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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…
Harkirat
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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…
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…
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…
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…
Harry
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Harry

Science Tutor Mitchell, ACT
Be polite, problem solving manner and important transparent teaching. Keep focus and feedback from student Meeting with parents, students and also asking for his doubts. I can be good tutor for maths because I always teach students with my concepts and understandable methods. I always keeping instructions for students that which is important…
Bhawana
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Bhawana

Science Tutor Gungahlin, ACT
Tutor help the students in truly understanding concepts. They build confidence and promote independent thinking which helps in achieving goals. Core Subject knowledge Goal- oriented…
Hugo
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Hugo

Science Tutor Macgregor, ACT
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is obviously helping them in their studies, both in terms of improving their grades, but also their critical thinking skills for future learning. I think the key with this in a tutoring context, rather than classroom teaching, is catering to a student’s needs, and making sure that…
Kasey
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Kasey

Science Tutor Page, ACT
Provide them with tools that they can implement themselves to approach problems from different perspectives I am patient and understanding and able to coherently communicate ideas in a manner that is easily…
Shayan
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Shayan

Science Tutor Belconnen, ACT
Patience and an emphatic approach to teaching are essential for a tutor. Students may lack confidence, be overwhelmed with material, and be stressed. Therefore, it's important to be considerate and patient. This approach can also help understand students' misconceptions and errors by being patient, and listening to students can reveal what areas…
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Obaee

Science Tutor Evatt, ACT
There are several things that a tutor can do to support and help a student succeed. Some of the most important things a tutor can do for a student include: Listen and understand the student's needs and learning style: It is important for a tutor to be able to listen to a student's needs and understand how they learn best in order to tailor…
Anandani
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Anandani

Science Tutor Bruce, ACT
* making them enjoy the process of studying. * making studies easier and fun for them. * helping them find their passion * keep them on schedule without feeling pressured about studies. * I really like learning so I'm always up to learn more and more, especially when it comes to making studying fun for my students. * I've always enjoyed…
Iris
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Iris

Science Tutor Lawson, ACT
Ensure that the student feels safe, supported and comfortable to become the best version of themselves from guidance. Ability to quickly build rapport, and being patient with the student. I am always cheerful and try to challenge students in the best way…
Jinan
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Jinan

Science Tutor Nicholls, ACT
I really believe that the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is be patient towards them and make them feel comfortable to keep asking for help again and again. I once had a tutor for Specialist Methods in Year 11. He would teach very fast and not make sure that I had fully understood the topic. He'd also get very impatient, to the…
Gaurang
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Gaurang

Science Tutor O'connor, ACT
More important than the content is the environment a tutor can create. By reciting the book's content, I might be able to help the student pass their grade. However, by making the student get good at learning and understanding abstract concepts, one makes them capable of tackling any subject. This is the most importat thing a tutor can do for a…
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Iulia

Science Tutor Lyneham, ACT
I believe it is essential to understand your student, and adapt your teaching and communication style to benefit their learning style, age, personality, and knowledge. It is important for a tutor to really believe in their student, and do all they can to help them excel. I believe I have excellent communication skills as I am able to adapt to each…
Sparsh
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Sparsh

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
A tutor can make a student love the subject he/she hates. The most important thing for a tutor is to understand the student, his/her interests, aptitude, and what he/she is inclined towards. If you have a basic idea of the student mindset you can develop techniques to make them understand the subject in a way they don't find it hard. Gamification…
Srestha
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Srestha

Science Tutor Acton, ACT
Making a difference to them not just by helping them improve grades but also giving them confidence that they are capable and individuals with the ability to do great in the future. My ability to personalise classes/content to help adapt to unique student's perspectives. Further, my patience and the genuine willingness to help students improve in…

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Inside LathamTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 7 student Caledon worked on translating, dilating, and reflecting quadratic graphs as well as starting circle graphs, with plenty of visual sketching.

Year 10 student Anise focused on applying the chain rule to differentiate compound functions, then extended this by tackling more complex algebraic manipulation within differentiation problems.

For Year 11, James practiced finding rates using the unitary method and solved real-world conversion questions involving different units.

Recent Challenges

A Year 8 student repeatedly left homework incomplete, as one tutor noted, "Caledon had forgot to do last week's homework again," leading to missed opportunities for review and practice.

In a Year 7 session, messy or absent working—"I find myself doing a lot of the equations for him, and letting him figure out the answer in his head"—meant errors went undetected during algebra tasks.

For a senior student tackling calculus (Year 11), anxiety about using the chain rule led to skipped steps and confusion when re-arranging complex results.

In each case, these habits caused students to miss critical feedback moments or struggle with more advanced problems that built on earlier skills.

Recent Achievements

One Latham tutor noticed a real shift with Jensen, who used to hesitate when stuck but now comes prepared with specific questions he's written down ahead of time, showing much more initiative in tackling challenging maths concepts.

In Year 12, Anise recently started double-checking her working for differentiation problems after previously rushing and making small mistakes; she's also grown strong at applying log laws to even abstract variable-based questions.

Meanwhile, a younger student, Jarrah, consistently substitutes the correct numbers into fractions when converting rates—a big improvement from earlier confusion—and now completes all steps independently.

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