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Linley Point's tutors include a university-trained maths educator and Department of Education scholar, an International Science School Scholar with ATAR 98.1, an IB graduate with ATAR 97.3 and prefect experience, a Sydney Grammar academic scholarship recipient (ATAR 99.35), experienced Kumon mentors, peer leaders, netball coaches, and subject award-winners across English, science, and mathematics.

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Emily

Science Tutor Eastwood, NSW
helping students become more independant and confident learners and help them with their understanding in different subjects every student learns differently and i think i have the ability to try multiple approaches and help each individual in their way of…
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Rodrigo

Science Tutor Eastwood, NSW
Simplify concepts in an understandable personalized way for them to understand at their own rythm. A tutor can relieve the preassure of due dates or schedules from the classroom and advance along with the student. Focusing on understanding how the student learns, ask them about their interests and being able to relate the subject with something…
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shiksha

Science Tutor Eastwood, NSW
The most important thing as a tutor one can do is to make the student believe that studies are easy by simplifying it and making it enjoyable for them to understand.. As a tutor I think I have strength of simplifying concepts that can easily help the students in…
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Karthik

Science Tutor Marsfield, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide clear explanations, foster critical thinking, and create a supportive learning environment. It's essential to adapt to each students learning style, build their confidence, and encourage curiosity to help them not just learn, but truly understand the material. One of my key…
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Parbat

Science Tutor Marsfield, NSW
A tutor can provide the pathway of learning. The tutor should understand the position of his/her students. Significantly, the tutor helps to form a strong foundation which helps students to achieve the goals. Basically, teaching is an art. I prefer doing teaching in a simple way. Students can learn better if subjects material is divided into…
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Sarina

Science Tutor Glebe, NSW
An excellent tutor does more than just give answers; they also help students understand difficult ideas, adjust to their preferred learning method, and promote critical thinking. They help pupils become more self-assured, make studying interesting, and foster an environment where they feel free to ask questions. In order to guarantee that students…
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Camila

Science Tutor Strathfield, NSW
Being able to listen to what the student thinks and needs is the best way to understand the situation and therefore opt for the best path to follow. I tend to be patient and understanding of different people needs so that tutoring is not only delivering information in a one sided way, but more of a cooperative…
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Niroj

Science Tutor Burwood, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to provide positive motivation and appreciate the student's effort. - Setting high, but not impossible expectation level - Establish an effective and consistent schedule for students to follow - Identify every student's weakness and strengths and vary teaching method…
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Mahta

Science Tutor Wentworth Point, NSW
The most important role of a tutor is to transform a student’s mindset. Beyond teaching content, I aim to impart a genuine passion for the subject and build the self-belief that they are capable of mastering it. When a student stops saying 'I can't do this' and starts asking 'How do I solve this?', that is real success. As an Engineering Masters…
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Sohini

Science Tutor Ashfield, NSW
For me, I believe that not only is it important for a tutor to impart academic knowledge upon the student in their lessons, but also to make sure to impart this knowledge in an engaging, creative way and check in, providing extra guidance and exercises as necessary so as much as possible they can truly understand and absorb the concepts. I also…
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Akshay

Science Tutor Marsfield, NSW
Everything begins with building a relationship with the child/student and getting to know them as a person, what interests them inside and outside of school. I believe in my students and their ability to succeed academically and overall and I make this message clear. I tell them, on a regular basis, I believe in you! You can do this! I won't…
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Obada

Science Tutor Northbridge, NSW
Keep motivating the student and speak a language they can understand and not go too fast or too slow. Be forgiving of mistakes and not show frustration when the student is underperforming. Good communicator who is able to get his point across in different ways. I can adjust my standards based on the competence of the students I'm…
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Kunal

Science Tutor Strathfield, NSW
As per me , it's connecting with students and understanding their needs and requirements so as same can be fulfilled in a proper way. And also ensuring that students are properly guided. Most importantly, understanding of the fact there every student is unique and require teaching pattern which suits their needs in a best possible way. I…
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Katherine

Science Tutor Forest Lodge, NSW
Having empathy, because not all content comes too easy for students as it does for us, obviously. Having patience, because it can be frustrating if a tutor just expects a student to "get it" immediately. Being kind. This seems obvious but you may be surprised the number of teachers I've had and met who are not kind, and they are extremely hard…
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Victor

Science Tutor Forest Lodge, NSW
To work with a happy and motivated student allows to improve and learn in a better way. That's why a good feeling with the child is very important. Making her/his problem as mine, I can reach a full engagement with her/him. The tutor must also show security, respect, motivation and passion. I can improve her/his skills for study in order to…
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Amadeus

Science Tutor Forest Lodge, NSW
Give students practice questions so that they can be prepared. Patience,…
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Abhay Singh

Science Tutor Forest Lodge, NSW
The most important thing that you can do for a student is to encourage questions and curiosity, to foster a sense of ease and comfort in having doubts, as well as develop a healthy approach to learning in students. I ensure that my students find it easy to speak to me, and I encourage questions. I know that learning comes from a curated…
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SHASHANK

Science Tutor Strathfield, NSW
According to me its the patience as I believe that every student has a different level of capabilities and it is up to the tutor to act accordingly and make a curriculum which is the best fit for the student. My strengths right now are my patience, enthusiasm, and friendliness. I believe these skills will help me greatly in this role as I will be…
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Lakshya

Science Tutor Pyrmont, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do is to ignite a student's curiosity and passion for learning. When a student finds joy in the process, success naturally follows. All students are different, and they have different needs. Providing the right support is crucial in my opinion. Understanding where exactly the student needs help, and…
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Bob

Science Tutor Strathfield, NSW
- Provide and improve students in a variety of skills such as problem-solving, creativity and logical thinking - Devoted and persistent in teaching - Over 3 years experience in teaching and…
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Troy

Science Tutor Macquarie Park, NSW
I believe all educators need to be able to connect with students. My experience is that being able to build bonds of trust and goodwill goes a long way in opening students up to what you're teaching, as well as facilitating a comfortable environment where students not only learn, but enjoy doing so. I believe my past experience in education is my…
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Gladys

Science Tutor Burwood, NSW
Instead of stressing students in their study, try your best to approach and understand them would definitely a better way for them to open their heart and learn happily. I am a postgraduate student of Master of Pharmacy student at the University of Sydney as well as a part-time tutor from EzyMath at the moment. I have been started working as a…
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John Paul

Science Tutor Eastwood, NSW
To see them improve along the way and be a part of their progress. Show care and concern to each of them and accomodate their questions properly. Be a good figure to them and always act nicely to be a good role model Have long patience and understanding on individuals differences to take knowledge. Can easily adjusted and possesses simple style…

Local Reviews

Very happy with the service of Thomas - he should be coming back tonight for the first lesson this term. Hugo (my son) was very happy.
Alex

Inside Linley PointTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 5 student Georgia reviewed her recent NAPLAN paper to identify and address challenging question types, while Year 8 student Ethan worked through linear equations and interpreting graphs by constructing number sets from worded problems.

Meanwhile, Year 10 student Ruby focused on algebraic manipulation—multiplying and dividing terms—and practiced simplifying complex expressions to prepare for upcoming assessments.

Recent Challenges

A Year 11 student forgot to bring required test materials and relied heavily on a calculator, missing out on vital non-calculator skills—"she needs to work on being able to do calculations without a calculator."

In Year 10 algebra, a reluctance to put logic on paper meant errors went unnoticed until feedback was given.

For a Year 8 student, disorganized working when breaking down composite numbers made factorization tasks harder than necessary.

Meanwhile, in primary years, skipping written steps during division led one student to make mistakes that "could have been avoided if workings were shown clearly."

Recent Achievements

One Linley Point tutor noticed a Year 9 student who used to get lost in algebra now confidently tackles simultaneous equations, even switching between substitution and elimination methods without prompting.

In Year 11, another student who'd previously rushed through answers is now carefully laying out solutions step by step, catching her own errors—especially with trigonometry questions.

Meanwhile, a Year 4 learner has shifted from guessing at worded division problems to reading them independently and explaining her reasoning before working out the answer. Last session, she solved three tricky word problems on her own for the first time.

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 Gladesville Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Hunters Hill High School.