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Thorngate's tutors include a secondary maths teacher with two master's degrees and international school experience, an Adelaide medical student and seasoned K–12 tutor, a university-trained maths specialist with 15+ years' experience, a high school science teacher with classroom and boarding roles, and accomplished peer mentors and academic award recipients in STEM fields.

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Dhruv

English Tutor Hackney, SA
A tutor is a turning point in a childs life. Tutors can help student know the importance and value of life after having a good education Confident Have knowledge Disciplined Friendly…
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Aishwarya

English Tutor Hackney, SA
A student approaches a tutor outside school just so they can understand the subject in a better way. As a tutor, I believe that the most important thing I can do for my students is to make them trust in me and eventually the subject because only then they would put in efforts to overcome their difficulties. As a tutor, I am responsible enough to…
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Shanice

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
In my opinion, I will provide the best attitude towards the students and tutor them with the best of me. Moreover, I will encourage my students to work hard and give them advices when they are facing problems. I will be able to work in team or independently. Besides, I am hard-working, responsible and dedicated approach attitude. I am willing to…
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Om

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Making a student learn and fully comprehend a subject matter while not belittling them in the process, but rather motivating them and getting them to enjoy learning about that subject. I am really good with people, have great communication skills and can build rapport instantly. I am friendly but at the same time, able to be professional. I have…
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Miao

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Students need to realize that learning is not only limited in the classroom. Lecturing and tutoring not only help the students to understand the knowledge and achieve the academic purpose, but also guide them to construct the way of thinking. I use my prior knowledge to guide the lessons and prepare, ensuing students build upon their knowledge and…
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Challista

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
As tutor, we must make the student happy, comfortable, and have good communication with students. For example, when I have an opportunity to teach the students in primary 2. I want to teach them how to solve the math and explain the homework or material from school. After that, students must do the questions that i give or do the homework from…
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Arpita

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Make concepts easier to understand and grasp for students. To not let the students lose interest in the subject. Students to enjoy their study and stay involved. I connect well with students. I explain concepts in a simpler way that are easy to understand. I am jolly and friendly but not to the point where the student starts ignoring my words.…
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Annabelle

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
For them to really understand the concept you are teaching and not still feel confused after the lesson . Gaining enlightenment I am a fellow student myself too and I have gone through high school and university . I would be able to convey what I am trying to teach to students more easily since I was once in their perspective…
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Celestee

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
I believe firstly, students should not be pressured to do any task instead a tutor should make the task joyful and interesting for the student in such a way that they enjoy they are doing in every aspect. Secondly, I think creating a safe environment for kids so that they can easily come to us regarding any query in their studies should be…
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Kamakshi

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
For me, the most important thing is helping students actually enjoy math and feel comfortable with the process of not knowing right away. A lot of math is about sitting with that discomfort, resisting the urge to panic, and trusting that if you think logically, you’ll find a way through—even if it’s not the “textbook†method. I want…
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Sourvy

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Engaging with the student and developing his/her interest in the subject by making it fun to learn is the most important thing you can do for a student. Creating a healthy bond with student and engaging with him/her is my strength. I am patient by nature, which helps me to engage with children. As a tutor I am attentive and always has an eye on…
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Efstratia

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Reduce their stress levels around assessment and being resourceful as a learning tool Helping students enjoy school more and improve their grades Student retention (I have 6 regular students a week for the last 2…
Michelle
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Michelle

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Setting goals and personalizing each lesson for the student. Knowing what the students what to achieve from each session and making plans to ensure they get the most out of it each time. I excel in English literature but am flexible with any subjects within social sciences. In teaching itself I'm patient and like to work with the students until…
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Ruby

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
I think that being compassionate and encouraging is the most important thing a tutor can do. I I believe that I am a very patient and kind person. I am great at interacting with young people, and feel as though I am very approachable. I am good at explaining new topics to children, and take my time when they are struggling. I am also very…
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Ilo

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
To reassure them that having a tutor and needing a bit of extra help is nothing to be ashamed of. Moreover than learning the tasks, helping them feel they're capable of more than they think they are. I am able to think outside the box when it comes to tutoring and find that using mnemonics, rhymes and even little songs that may help students to…
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Mebel Melekha

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
a comfort zone in studying understanding of the topic very clearly adjustable according to their needs and timing i am calm easygoing teaching method according to the students capability very…
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Sourjo

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Make sure students understand rather than memorise. Make studying and practice fun and interesting. Introducing New methods and algorithms to feed student’s interest with every new topic. Making understanding topics fun and interactive . Superior understanding of topics and algorithms. Finding easy and short methods to solve problems in an…
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Nakshatra

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to foster a supportive learning environment, build confidence, and personalize the learning experience. Providing a safe and encouraging space where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes is crucial for effective learning. Building a student's confidence…
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Jeevika

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
The most important thing for a tutor is to provide a fun learning environment for the student and empower them to learn. A tutor should be able to motivate the students to organise, formulate study goals and most importantly self learn and self improve. I am a very results-oriented person and one of my key strengths as a tutor is being able to…
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Navin

English Tutor Enfield, SA
The most important thing as a tutor, I suppose that tutor has to build the confidence in the students and improving the studying skills. Which means that student should feel that their abilities are improving and who trust their instincts are perform better on exams and assignments. I have patience which I can understand the backgrounds of myriad…
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Chaudhry Artemiy

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
The most important thing in teaching any subject is showing the big picture along with the nitty-gritty. I hope that my student can see the beauty in the sometimes boring schoolwork, and see the deep underlying connection and unity of it all. However, sometimes desperate times happen, and then we must drop the profound thoughts and do what needs…
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chenxi

English Tutor Marden, SA
A tutor can show new and different knowledge to students. He or she can help students better develop their problem-solving skills and inspire students to think about things from different angles. I am really passionate in tutoring and getting along with children. at the same time, i am really patient with them. i will try my best to make them…
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Duc Tuan Kiet

English Tutor Adelaide, SA
Know your stuff. Always. As simple as it might sound, really bringing your students a reliable foundation of knowledge on the subject is always crucial. It doesn't mean that you ALWAYS have to know your stuff though, we are human, and human can sometimes afford not to know it all. This is when I would go on, do my research, and make sure the next…

Local Reviews

Adam has been a wonderful tutor for Lauren not only is she catching up on her maths but her confidence has improved dramatically...
Michelle, North Adelaide

Inside ThorngateTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Ava practised skip counting and worked on structuring clear sentences for English.

In Year 9, Ethan focused on Pythagoras' Theorem and calculating the circumference of circles using step-by-step diagrams.

Meanwhile, Year 10 student Grace revised indices and surds, strengthening her understanding of both simplifying expressions with powers and working through related textbook problems.

Recent Challenges

In Year 10 Maths, one student relied heavily on a calculator for even basic arithmetic, slowing progress in algebra as noted: "Student needs to work on mental arithmetic as they rely on calculator too much."

During Year 11 Probability, another hesitated when textbook problems became more complex than standard practice drills—requiring additional explanation and after-lesson follow-up by email.

In Year 7, a reluctance to write working for division unless questions were laid out neatly led to confusion if the format changed. Each moment reflected a process block rather than lack of understanding; anxiety or formatting issues shaped how the task was tackled.

Recent Achievements

One Thorngate tutor noticed a Year 10 student who previously hesitated to tackle complex area questions now breaking down irregular shapes into rectangles and triangles on her own, using the right formulas without prompting.

In a senior session, a Year 12 student who used to get stuck on surds and powers started expanding brackets accurately after targeted practice, asking for extra examples instead of avoiding tough questions.

Meanwhile, in primary sessions, one younger student began reciting times tables aloud without relying on charts—she now asks for harder problems and completes them with growing speed each week.

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 Adelaide City Libraries - Tynte Street—or at your child's school (with permission), like Blackfriars Priory School.