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Tutors in The Ponds include high-achieving graduates, experienced teachers, subject specialists, and passionate mentors from top Australian universities. Many have received academic awards or hold advanced degrees, and all share a genuine commitment to helping students succeed.
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Jia
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
Encouraging them and reminding them that their school marks are not what entirely defines them as a good student. On top of providing them with academic support and guidance that they can apply to other fields. For instance, how to structure an exemplar essay or simply how to construct a study timetable. Finding unique ways to interpret notes and…
Strengths:
- Dist Hist Comp
- Gold & Silver Award
- Modern Hist Ace
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
English
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Satvik
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
A tutor should inspire and motivate students to do maths and increase their interest in this subject. Also, tutor should make their students at ease so that they are more comfortable asking questions and clarifying their doubts. Also tutors should ensure that their students understand concepts fully. As a tutor, I have ability to deal with…
Strengths:
- Band 6 Maths Ext 2
- High Achiever HSC
- Patient
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
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Help Your Child Succeed in Maths
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Arnav
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
The most important thing is for the tutor to help the student when they have a question, or help them understand a concept or idea which they are confused about. Being able to communicate and simplify ideas so that they are easy to…
Strengths:
- Selective sch grad
- Maths Ext 1 achieved
- Group learning exp
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
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Archana
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
It is very important that a tutor understands the strengths and weakness of a student and approach them accordingly. A personalised approach would be the best method to adopt and it is important to help the students become independent learners. A tutor should prepare the students to be life long learns with a never ending thirst for acquiring…
Strengths:
- Clear IT concepts
- Problem-solving
- 5 yrs tutoring exp
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Business Studies
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
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Chaniru
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is to connect with their students and find the best teaching method for each student. Otherwise, the student is not getting 100% out of the lesson and will not understand the subject to his or her full ability. I believe that my biggest strength as a tutor is that I am able to connect with the…
Strengths:
- Mechatronics student
- Team leadership exp
- Tech problem solver
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
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Meriska
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are build trust, show patience, and create a supportive learning environment. When a student feels safe, understood, and not rushed, they're far more likely to engage, ask questions, and grow in confidence. Patience allows students to learn at their own pace, and trust ensures they…
Strengths:
- Current uni student
- HSC Maths Ext 1
- Supportive mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Science
English
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Aditya
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
My role as a tutor is not to manufacture a result, it is only to facilitate the student's journey in learning. This is why the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is guide them through their own journey, being present with them in times of difficulty to instruct and clarify questions they need answered most. This extends beyond just…
Strengths:
- Top selective grad
- 2 yrs tutoring exp
- Mentor-style support
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Software Dev
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Sulaiman
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
Patient, it’s very easy for people to become impatient with those they’re teaching but people who are able to hold themselves to other individual paces always end up having the most significant impact. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as an understanding of struggle and experience of overcoming the adversity of being…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Business Studies
Ancient History
English
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Karin
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
The most important things I can do for a student is to create a connection with them to be able to properly understand their methods of approach to solving mathematical problems. By understanding my students, I am then able to assist them in approaching each problem in a manner that is easy enough for them to understand and solve, helping them…
Strengths:
- 96+ ATAR
- 5+ yrs tutoring
- Maths & Chem expert
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
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Parmeet
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is build their confidence. It’s not just about teaching the material — it’s about helping the student believe in their own ability to learn and solve problems. When a student feels supported and understood, they stop being afraid of making mistakes and start engaging with the…
Strengths:
- Cyber sec student
- Clear explanations
- Prob solving focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
Geography
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Krishaang Mohan
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
Listening is crucial for students to create a trusting relationship so you as the tutor are able to cater lessons to people based on their individual needs, fulfilling the purpose of one-on-one tutoring.
Bring encouraging is another thing that is crucial so that students become more confident in their individual abilities, allowing them to…
Strengths:
- English & math tutor
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
English
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Aryan
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
Ensure that students can understand the content and topics they are learning, while maintaining a friendly relationship with them. As a tutor, you should be able to listen, help students feel capable and motivated, build confidence and adapt explanations. My ability to clearly and effectively express the way in which a student should answer a…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Business Studies
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Abhishai
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to provide encouragement and maybe change their perspective on a subject that may seem difficult and overwhelming, to know they can achieve success in that subject. While creating a positive and inviting environment, where students are not anxious to ask questions or be involved, by…
Strengths:
- 92+ ATAR
- K-10 maths & English
- High Achiever award
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Economics
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Karan
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help build their confidence in their own abilities. A tutor should create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable to ask questions because it makes learning engaging and effective for each student. One of my biggest strengths is my ability to explain challenging…
Strengths:
- 96+ ATAR
- Band 6 Maths & Econ
- Piano teaching exp
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
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Pari
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do is play the role of reinforcing strengths to build confidence and strengthen a student's self-esteem, through constructive feedback. A tutor should explain complex concepts in simpler terms to make students understand them, at the same time encouraging self-thinking by guiding them towards how to find the…
Strengths:
- Confidence focus
- Youth mentor exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Legal Studies
Business Studies
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Setu
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
1. Make the student succeed and confident in Math.
2. I want to remove the fear of the subject from each student.
3. Tutoring is an art, and can't be done by anyone.
4. A tutor can make a student think innovatively, and understand thw things better. I can simplify things, and make students understand better.
I ensure students have no fear of…
Strengths:
- 18+ yrs IT exp
- Agile project expert
- Strong comms skills
Subjects:
Maths
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
Online
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nandita
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
Personally, I recognize that there are many responsibilities that a diligent tutor must fulfill, these include:
- patience (no matter how many times a student doesn't understand a concept, a tutor should be patient and keep trying)
- A supportive environment (students shouldn't feel judged and should have the confidence to openly ask…
Strengths:
- Organised mentor
- Active listener
- Positive attitude
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Business Studies
PDHPE
English
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Ajay
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
Help a student develop interest and analytical thinking in his/her overall outlook Adapting my language, speed, methods and processes according to an individual student's need. I very quickly ascertain the comfort level of a student and align my tutoring such that it makes the student comfortable and motivated to do…
Strengths:
- 10+ yrs teaching exp
- Chartered Accountant
- Maths & Sci tutor
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Economics
Business Studies
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Gaurav
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
Most importantly a tutor needs to have empathy for his or her students. Being able to take them on a journey of learning and fun so they become more and more curious and are able to learn through keen interest and out of the box thinking is what a tutor should do for students. I would consider patience, kindness, logical thinking and being able to…
Strengths:
- 14+ yrs analytics
- Keynote speaker AUS
- Leadership mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Business Studies
Info Processing
Software Dev
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Bilal
Tutor Rouse Hill, NSW
Every student has his own mind, not everyone has the ability to catch up with the content of the lecture/course. It's important for every tutor to find students who are facing problems in classrooms and make them feel they too have the ability to be successful in the course. Whenever a student feels he won't be able to succeed its every tutor's…
Strengths:
- MS Data Science
- Hackathon winner
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Info Processing
Software Dev
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Avish
Tutor The Ponds, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is, emphasize the importance of practicing questions. Also ensure that the way they teach concepts is understandable and thorough. Making sure the student is open about their weaknesses and share any concerns they have about the material (most kids are shy when it comes to difficult concepts).…
Strengths:
- Maths Ext 2
- Engineering student
- Leadership roles
Subjects:
Maths
Science
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Alamjot
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
Understand the feelings and character of different students. Some students who tutor may be gifted, however there are many also who may are demotivated and have a low-self esteem which causes them to believe they aren't good enough to excel. I believe tutors should change the perspective from studying from an extrinsic desire, for instance, marks…
Strengths:
- Maths Ext 1&2
- UNSW early entry
- Team leadership
Subjects:
Maths
English
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MERIN
Tutor Kellyville Ridge, NSW
All the students come to tutoring, because they can't understand the subject or some concepts may is hard to grasp. So as a tutor I have to convert complex topics into simpler topics and prepare presentation and further experiment for understanding concept easily The friendly interaction with the students may help them to clarify their problem. I…
Strengths:
- MSc Physics
- B.Ed qualified
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
English
Inside The PondsTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
In primary, tutoring often targets core arithmetic—addition, subtraction, times tables, fractions, and building number sense—while also pushing for deeper comprehension, not just rote rules. High school sessions shift to algebraic thinking, graphing, interpreting questions, and developing strong exam strategies. There’s a big emphasis on breaking down word problems, revisiting tricky homework, and test prep for NAPLAN or semester exams, always tailored to what each student finds hardest right now.
Recent Challenges
Some primary students rush through comprehension or maths tasks without fully reading instructions, leading to incomplete or off-target answers. In high school, it’s common for students to have scattered or unclear working, which makes multi-step problems harder to check and fix. Other frequent hurdles include forgetting materials, leaving homework unfinished, or spending revision time catching up on missed basics instead of moving forward—all of which can hold back progress and lead to confusion.
Recent Achievements
Tutors are noticing students becoming more proactive during lessons—regularly checking their own work, spotting errors, and making corrections without being asked. There’s a clear shift toward students verbalising their steps in maths and explaining their reasoning aloud, rather than rushing through problems. Tutors also report that learners are reviewing their test results with more care and taking the initiative to improve, showing greater confidence and ownership of their progress.
