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Ripley's tutors include a fully registered Queensland school teacher with over a decade's experience, an ATAR 99.45 graduate and Maths Ambassador, seasoned high school maths and science teachers, award-winning academic achievers in physics and debating, early childhood education specialists, and passionate peer mentors skilled in working with primary through to senior students.

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Mary

Science Tutor Ripley, QLD
I think one of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to build their confidence and independence in learning. It’s not just about giving answers, but helping students understand how to approach problems, think critically, and develop strategies they can use on their own. A good tutor creates a safe space where students feel…
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Lexie

Science Tutor Ipswich, QLD
Communication is effective and is able to foster a relationship with them to be able to gain, engage and enhance a students understanding in an area of struggle. Having taught a variety of students with different learning styles and needs, being able to break down the complex theory of things into simple explanations for them to understand and…
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Daniel Adekunle

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
Build a solid and good relationship with the student and their family. Patience, Flexible, Attention to…
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Lilly

Science Tutor Bundamba, QLD
I believe the most important things a tutor can do are to explain concepts clearly, adapt to each student’s learning style, and provide encouragement that builds confidence. A good tutor should be patient and supportive, helping students feel comfortable asking questions while also guiding them to think independently. Tutoring is not just about…
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Phuc (Owen)

Science Tutor Woodend, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do isn't just to lead them to the right answers but help them build confidence and self-motivation. As a tutor, I aim to help students develop independence. For me, a successful teacher is someone who can guide students to no longer needing one. I am quick to identify the strengths and weaknesses of students…
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Amariz

Science Tutor Ebbw Vale, QLD
Establishing clear boundaries while being friendly and approachable; there is friendliness but understanding you are there to help them succeed. I draw a strong line that there is time for things, and the time spent with me is to learn and grow. Assisting students to see the value of education and inspiring a genuine appreciation for it are also…
Shanza
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Shanza

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
"The most important things a tutor can do are to build a student's confidence, simplify difficult concepts, and create a positive learning environment. A tutor should be patient, adapt to the student’s needs, encourage critical thinking, and make learning engaging, helping the student develop a strong understanding of the subject." "My strengths…
Van
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Van

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
I believe that the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to always be there for them. As teachers/tutors, it is not all about educating them in core subjects but being there for them through rough times. We have all experienced what it is like to be a student and sometimes they go through some difficult situations and I believe that…
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Terena

Science Tutor Tivoli, QLD
I believe that tutoring for a student should be a safe zone space where they can make mistakes. Tutoring does not have the same pressue for a student that school can, as such it is important for a tutor to be patient and adaptive when a student is struggling with a concept. A tutor should welcome mistakes as an opportunity to grow. I also believe…
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Himanshi

Science Tutor Redbank, QLD
Teachers have very significant impact on their students. Good teachers can enhance student’s self efficacy and self esteem and can make learning fun. Teachers play an important role in building the foundation of student’s life as they teach them life lessons of being patient, honest, punctual, good listener etc. Students see them as their…
Disala Yasanthi
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Disala Yasanthi

Science Tutor Redbank, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to understand their strengths and weaknesses and assist them in developing their strengths and minimizing their weaknesses while being kind and patient. I am kind, patient, hardworking, dedicated, friendly and flexible. I also have good communication skills and more than nine years'…
Benjamin
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Benjamin

Science Tutor Flinders View, QLD
Provide a supportive environment so a student feels as though they can reach their full potential Knowledge of relevant and up to date…
Noah
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Noah

Science Tutor South Ripley, QLD
Being able to help them find their rhythm in studying and learning. Making a subject easier to learn by simplifying concepts and condensing topics. Being patient with my students and understanding of how the most efficient learning method varies from student to…
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Yana

Science Tutor Raceview, QLD
Teaching them applications and problem solving techniques that could be applied to any problem through real life examples I am good at preparing lessons and if I do not know the topic well myself, I will research it myself and be able to learn it quickly. I am also good with children and teenagers and understand that not understating a subject can…
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THOMAS

Science Tutor Raceview, QLD
Make learning interesting for the student. Establish a systematic approach to help the student learn Help students to learn at their level. Be compassionate. Being a Teacher and Tutor I am able to quickly establish rapport with…
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Sienna

Science Tutor Churchill, QLD
Inspire an appreciation for the students skills and uniqueness i believe i would bring a positive learning experience for those…
Cyrus
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Cyrus

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is give them confidence in a subject they had no prior confidence in my strengths as tutor range for being a very patient individual that’s very understanding to being a great explainer of concepts and…
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Ankur

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
Be calm and smiley with student. A tutor under any circumstances shouldn't criticize the student instead be positive to him. Give them challenging task to overcome their weaker areas. Be imaginative with student. Always listen to student very calmly and behave more like a friend. Most importantly never ever a tutor should laugh and scold his…
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Hugh

Science Tutor One Mile, QLD
The most important thing is approaching the task not simply as a series of questions to be answered, but instead as a dive into the nature of what is being learned and its applications to the world, which fosters a much greater depth of understanding and encourages curiosity above all else. I do not have a standard technique for learning that…
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Roselyne

Science Tutor East Ipswich, QLD
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to ensure that the student does not need the tutor anymore. I am very patient person and I think this is a plus when it comes to tutoring my…
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Sunil

Science Tutor Augustine Heights, QLD
Empower encourage and motivate Listening, Teaching skills, Understanding of multisensory teaching…
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Amaya

Science Tutor Basin Pocket, QLD
Provide a safe space for a student to learn without peer pressure, or judgment, to help establish and foster effective study habits, and to leverage the unique advantages of one on one tutoring. I am patient, adaptable and…
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Ramandeep

Science Tutor Redbank Plains, QLD
Understand their mind , the problems they are facing and try to sort them in the simplest way possible :) The other important thing is to have a friendly bond with student, so that they can ask questions without hesitation. Understanding a student's need as each student is different , so I opt for different tutoring techniques suitable for a…

Local Reviews

Our student is very happy with her tutor's in-depth explanations. I am very happy with EzyMath's clear information, quick responses, and the well-organised and responsive tutor provided within a few days of making the request. The monthly report is detailed and clear, and gaps in general study skills are being filled, which will help with all subjects.
Helena

Inside RipleyTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 3 student Amelia focused on telling time to the quarter hour and practiced subtraction with borrowing using number lines.

For Year 10, Issy worked on differentiating arithmetic versus geometric sequences and applying these in context-based exam questions.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student James revised perpetuities and annuities (including recursive models), then explored planar graphs, Euler's formula, and their applications through graphing exercises.

Recent Challenges

A Year 12 student in Mathematics Methods struggled to identify and track key variables when building reducing balance loan models—"she mixed up which values went where," as one tutor noted. This led to confusion during complex multi-step questions, especially under exam-style conditions.

In Year 8, a student's written work for worded problems became hard to follow due to inconsistent layout; this made it difficult for her to check answers or find errors.

Meanwhile, a Year 3 learner avoided showing working on skip counting tasks, hesitating out of fear of making mistakes. Confidence wavered after setbacks with long division.

Recent Achievements

One Ripley tutor noticed a Year 11 student who used to rely heavily on prompts is now independently working through complex reducing balance loan and annuity problems, confidently picking out key information herself.

In another session, a Year 9 student who previously hesitated with bivariate data questions is now attempting unfamiliar problems independently, showing clear initiative.

Meanwhile, a Year 4 learner who would often guess the time rather than ask for help has started using an interactive clock tool and now checks her answers out loud before moving on.

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 Ipswich Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Ripley Central State School.