Gabriel was fantastic, and Ziggy really got a lot from the first session.Belinda
Year 8 student Ava reviewed her recent algebra test and worked on simplifying algebraic expressions.
In Year 9, Jack focused on trigonometric ratios to find unknown sides in triangles and practiced using diagrams for angles of elevation and depression.
For Year 6, Felix practiced addition and subtraction with time calculations, along with further work on basic multiplication skills.
In Year 8 Mathematics, one student often avoided showing working when rearranging algebraic equations; as a tutor noted, "steps were skipped, which made it harder to catch sign errors." This habit meant time was spent fixing mistakes rather than building confidence.
In Year 11 Biology, another struggled to recall key terminology for cell processes, relying on memory alone instead of using diagrams or notes for review.
A Year 4 student's written work in times tables practice was messy and disorganised, making it difficult to spot patterns or errors. This slowed progress and led to repeated confusion during revision sessions.
One White Rock tutor noticed a big shift with a Year 11 student who used to need prompting to explain her maths working out, but now actively talks through her reasoning while tackling tricky algebra and trigonometry problems.
In biology, another high schooler recently distinguished between mitosis and meiosis without hesitation—last term, he'd often mix these up or stay quiet when unsure.
For a younger learner, telling time was once confusing, but after some focused practice she confidently read both digital and analogue clocks on her own by the end of the session.