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Upper Ferntree Gully's tutors include a Master of Education-qualified school teacher and university lecturer, an ATAR 99.50 Dux, award-winning subject specialists with VCE dux and high distinctions, experienced K–12 coaches and peer mentors, seasoned maths curriculum developers, selective school achievers, and passionate educators with strong leadership in sport, music, debating and STEM competitions.

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Sukirthan

English Tutor Wantirna, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is offer an environment where they can comfortably learn and raise any concerns or questions they might have. This comes from building a good relationship with the student, which often not many tutors do, making the student's learning ineffective. Offering an organised and well thought…
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Joseph

English Tutor Wantirna South, VIC
I think that the most important thing a tutor can do is to not only develop the student's understanding of the content, but also to develop their self-efficacy and facilitate their own ability to analyze and break down tough concepts independently, as I think this is a skill that will continue to serve them far into the future. I think that I'm…
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Cheuk Yu

English Tutor Wantirna, VIC
I believe that there is no easy way in tutoring, the same as there is no easy way to get the answer. Whenever they are stuck it is our job to guide them through and companying them along. Whenever there are difficult times, give out the answers is never the way to solve the problem. I'm very patient when teaching my students, I wouldn't mind…
Joe
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Joe

English Tutor Wantirna South, VIC
Good preparation before tutorials is essential. We also need to Know the students' ability and level of understaniding on the subjects, so that good explanations can be provided them. Besides, a little quizzes, drills and exercises may help student to be familiar to the subjects. I am patient to student. And I am eager to explain different…
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Miriam

English Tutor Wantirna, VIC
Make them feel capable and competent no matter how difficult they may find the subject. Help them know and feel that the hard work will pay off and be worth the effort. Recognising that each individual needs help in different areas as well as learning in different ways sometimes not the standard teaching method works for every student and a…
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Tiffany

English Tutor Wantirna, VIC
Having an open-mind in understanding the way their student thinks and teaching in a way that best suits the student, not the tutor. I believe being cheerful and determined as well as encouraging will keep students motivated to learn continuously. I am understanding and adaptable, where I'm more than happy to take more time in listening and being…
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Amelie

English Tutor Ringwood East, VIC
A tutor should motivate and encourage students to try their hardest in their studies, to help build up a resilient mindset as they learn. I am passionate about learning and am interested in science and maths myself. I have loved exploring these passions further while studying a Bachelor of Engineering, and this will help me relate to and motivate…
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Muhammad

English Tutor Endeavour Hills, VIC
I believe that the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to understand them. Many kids struggle at school and with their parents , be it academically or otherwise, this could be due to a number of reasons. However, from my personal experience I have found it to be the lack to communication between the child and the adults that…
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Ananaya

English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
Make them interested in what they are learning and make them understand why things work the way they do. I feel learning should not be about memorising rather understanding so that the logic can be used to solve a wide array of problems. I am passionate about the subjects I have highlighted above and am confident in explaining them in an…
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Kylie

English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student would be to build an understanding of the way that each student learns best in order to cater to their learning needs and help them to grapple with the concepts in a way that they can understand or relate to. My main strength would be my ability to build rapport with my student so that…
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Devanshi

English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
It's important for tutors to help students realize their potential and understand that as long as they work hard, they will be able to achieve all their goals. I am good at communicating, encouraging and nurturing. Being in possession of good interpersonal skills and recently graduating high-school also equips me with the advantage of being able…
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Meherban

English Tutor Narre Warren North, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to support them, encourage them and listen to them. Instilling fear in students and shaming them for not knowing a concept or for not understanding something is unacceptable. A tutor needs to be someone that makes their students confident and builds them up as they receive enough pressures…
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Krishana

English Tutor Ringwood East, VIC
Some of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is ensuring that the student knows the content that has been taught. Also make sure that you are listening to the student and try to minimise their weaknesses and maximise their strengths. As a tutor, my strengths are being confident and only speaking what I know of. I will only teach…
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Mannix

English Tutor Endeavour Hills, VIC
The most important aspect in my opinion is carefully listening to the student's struggles to carefully cater for their actual requirements. Also, recognising the best ways in which they gain and retain knowledge is important. My friendly personality and careful listening abilities are my key strengths when teaching another person. Additionally,…
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Monil

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important things you can do for a student as a tutor. - Be there for them not only as a tutor but as a friend or mentor, because life skills apply to being a great student. - Listen to their struggles and try to understand where they are coming from. - Understand their needs and teach them that rather than following a strict…
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Ayda

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
I do think it's very important a student never feels judged or stressed from the pressure of learning, as that can taint their experience for a long time before they are comfortable again to engage actively. It's crucial tutors are understanding of how a student is feeling and supports them as much as possible in moments of confusion and…
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Amy

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do is to find the best ways to help students learn. At the end of the day, tutors aren't there to teach students everything, but to assist them in their learning journey so that eventually, the students can feel confident enough in their knowledge to answer questions. Building confidence in young people is one…
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Charli

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Listen to the students and there needs. Also communicating clearly the topics students want help with and not avoiding or judging the student when they need extra help I\'ve always found it easy to explain in another way a topic that might be considered…
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yokelen

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to listen. A tutor's job is not to just teach the student, but to bring out the best of the student and a tutor cannot do that unless they listen to the student. A good tutor is not a tutor that had achieved exceedingly well themselves, although that is a part of it- it's about their ability…
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Sabine

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Make sure that their goals are met or worked towards, and that they feel confident about the subject and learn tools and strategies to assist in this subject. I am very patient and understanding, helpful and kind. I aim to meet students goals and help them set realistic expectations on what they can achieve. I am flexible in my approach and try…
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Jessie

English Tutor Ferny Creek, VIC
Improving the confidence of the student is key. The student should evolve to have more trust in themselves and their abilities and be able to apply this. The most important thing I could do for the student is to help them achieve their own personal best and be motivated to achieve. I am a good listener. I apply this to pinpointing the key areas…
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Sethini

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
It is important to receive feedback from the students regarding areas they need help with and what teaching techniques they prefer. This helps tailor a better session that is helpful for them and ensures they fully understand the content being taught. I am good at breaking down problems into smaller manageable steps, I explain complicated problems…
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Adithya

English Tutor Rowville, VIC
Always being able to coach using multiple methods, and finding out what works best. If the student learns well then the tutor is successful I am able to calm and soothe stressed students who may feel overwhelmed or frustrated with their lack of progress. I went through similar things so I can assist with…

Local Reviews

WE LOVE EZYMATH! My daughter struggled with maths throughout primary school and when she went to secondary school the maths was overwhelming and she struggled, yet she really wanted to succeed. I did some research and found EZYMATH. It has been and is still a great success. I love the way Ezymath is run- It all just works. We love that the Tutor comes to your home, its great that there is no money exchange between the Tutor and parents, and parents receiving email invoices with a Tutor/student report is efficient, professional, easy and effective. We also enjoy arranging sessions directly with our Tutor and EZYMATH chose Tutors that are most suited to your child AND they usually live near to you. We have had 3 tutors over 51/2 years and the third one we still have now and she is AMAZING! My daughter has had great results in Maths EVERY YEAR and even received an academic award in year 10 for maths - which has gone way beyond what my daughter hoped for and beyond what we had ever hoped for her as parents. The confidence, guidance and assistance from our Ezymath tutors has led to my daughter actually choosing to do Further Maths in Year 12 this year! We never dreamed she would choose maths when she didn't have to do it. She has never failed a single test, assignment or exam. I have referred many friends and family members to EZYMATH and will continue to do so after we are done. I also give great feedback on Facebook when I see people ask if it works - I always share our story in the comments. I would be happy to promote EZYMATH as a testimonial and be an ambassador for your fantastic company. Thank you EZYMATH - we will miss you so much after this year when my daughter finishes school. Teresa and Emily
Teresa Lodge, Ferntree Gully

Inside Upper Ferntree GullyTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 5 student Daniel worked on times tables for speed and confidence, tackled adding and subtracting fractions, and explored 24-hour time as part of building foundational numeracy.

In Year 10, Isaac focused on the turning point form of parabolic graphs and basic trigonometry concepts, using sketches to clarify graph shapes.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Alex revised linear regression lines and transformations in Further Maths, then practiced applying these techniques to past SAC exam questions.

Recent Challenges

A Year 11 student, despite a strong grasp of maths techniques, struggled to recall which method to use under exam conditions—"she knows how to use the methods but freezes when tested on all at once," noted her tutor.

In Year 8 English, incomplete planning led to rushed essays with weak structure; one student "needs to plan faster and elaborate on literary tools."

Meanwhile, a Year 5 learner avoided harder maths problems, focusing only on familiar tasks instead of attempting challenging questions during revision. This resulted in missed opportunities for growth and lingering uncertainty before assessments.

Recent Achievements

One Upper Ferntree Gully tutor noticed a Year 9 student who, after weeks of second-guessing himself on times tables, now recalls them quickly and even volunteers answers before being prompted.

In a recent high school English session, Isaac has shifted from needing reminders about essay structure to planning his narratives independently and making thoughtful revisions—a big step from last term's reluctance to edit his work.

Meanwhile, a Year 11 student who used to skip the trickier indices problems now tackles unfamiliar questions head-on and solved several without needing hints 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 Ferntree Gully Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Upper Ferntree Gully Primary School.