Pat is fantastic !!! Very respectful, conscientious young man and a very good teacher.
Dimi, Mosman
Due to the current situation we are experiencing significant demand for tutoring. Fast track your enrolment online:
Enrol Online Now
100% Good Fit
Guarantee
Tutors in Balgowlah Heights include a UK-trained primary school teacher with First Class Honours, a senior secondary science teacher with a Master of Teaching, an HSC Dux and ATAR 99.90 scorer, seasoned maths specialists with Olympiad and state ranking success, and expert K–12 mentors experienced in selective entry coaching, youth leadership, and inclusive education.
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Isaac
Tutor Castlecrag, NSW
Build their confidence and develop foundational strategies that can be applied throughout a particular discipline or even life. Offer more individualized care and attention than a school ordinarily would. Recognizing when a child is not understanding a concept or particular problem and explaining it in a different way or moving on to something…
Strengths:
- 6+ yrs tutoring
- Maths & drama focus
- Chess coaching
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Ethan
Tutor Northbridge, NSW
As learning can be a difficult and stressful process, I as a tutor have the important role of guiding students to improve their abilities so that they gain confidence and develop enjoyment and an appreciation for learning that will serve them well in the future. Further, the classroom may not always feel like a safe space to provide answers or…
Strengths:
- Maths Adv 97/100
- Mentor for HSC prep
- Confidence building
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
1st Lesson Trial
Help Your Child Succeed in Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Joshua
Tutor Cammeray, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do is answer as many questions as the student has, regardless of whether or not it is a good question. In doing so, I believe it is crucial to create a comfortable atmosphere where the student to feels safe and not judged. Another important thing a tutor can do is to encourage independence, giving students a…
Strengths:
- Leadership focus
- UNSW Engineering
- D of E Gold Award
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Akshay
Tutor Frenchs Forest, NSW
As a tutor, it is important that you pass on the right knowledge to the student. Make them think about things by themselves instead of giving them straight away. A tutor, shouldn't discourage students if they ask a dumb question, they should resolve all their queries with a good understanding. A tutor's job is to support a student and be curious…
Strengths:
- STEM mentor 200+ hrs
- Adelaide Grad Award
- Lego robotics coach
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Biology
Science
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
English
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Nimha
Tutor Cremorne, NSW
A tutor can transform a student's life by helping them become more confident in their academic career, which inevitably improves general confidence. Further, a tutor provides mentoring and coaching as experts in their field which a student can carry with them beyond school, ensuring they are set up for success in their chosen field. I believe a…
Strengths:
- CA qualified tutor
- 6+ yrs tutoring
- Exam prep focus
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Prabhat
Tutor Cammeray, NSW
The most important things I can do for a student is
Answer any questions that students have to clarify any doubts
Always extend a helping hand even if not required
Making sure students are not under any pressure of any sort that can hinder learning - My communication and clear way of explaining concepts.
- Kind and helpful
-…
Strengths:
- Knox Grammar grad
- Youth mentor exp
- Leadership focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Business Studies
PDHPE
English
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Zach
Tutor Neutral Bay, NSW
Show effort. Regardless of the grades a student receives, I've noticed that effort never goes unnoticed by students. I have great patience and ability to communicate with all educational levels. I believe this has derived from my leadership roles across the past two years as these roles have required me to interact with students of all ages.…
Strengths:
- 1 yr tutoring exp
- Leadership roles
- Eng & Maths tutor
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
William
Tutor Mosman, NSW
Be patient. Tutors cannot expect students to understand or get the question right the first time. It is important for tutors to understand where the student went wrong and to slowly and easily correct them by following the question. Once they grasped an understanding, tutors should give the student similar questions to practice so they are…
Strengths:
- Patient mentor
- One-on-one support
- Engaging lessons
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Ethan
Tutor Curl Curl, NSW
I think one of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is be somewhat a friend rather than just an instructor or teacher. This is because I believe establishing a bit of a personal bond is very important for a successful tutor-tutee relationship as the student is more likely to be open about more of the issues that they face, both…
Strengths:
- Maths mentor exp
- Peer-support leader
- Debating team member
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Gracie
Tutor Narraweena, NSW
A tutor should not just teach, but they should listen to their students, seek feedback and use that to improve their teaching. It is important to develop trust with students so that they feel comfortable asking questions, expressing their concerns and identifying topics that they may want to strengthen. In doing so, the tutor can gain a greater…
Strengths:
- Patient & supportive
- Concept clarity
- Adaptive teaching
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Catherine
Tutor North Willoughby, NSW
A tutor should be able to identify and convey concepts that may be considered as challenging or difficult for the student in a simple and clear manner. I think I'm rather empathetic and can connect with younger people, especially given my young age, this is important in building rapport which I believe is essential for establishing a good work…
Strengths:
- Mentoring exp Yr10
- Student Rep leader
- Nursing student USyd
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Vincent
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
Explaining in the simplistic way that a student can understand. If you can not explain it in simple terms it means you do not understand it. The tutor should be patient and help the student understand. I am patient, easy going and quickly understand the problems that students face during their studies. I love Mathematics and Physics so much that I…
Strengths:
- 3+ yrs math tutoring
- Electrical engineer
- Exam prep focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Sonakshi
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
A tutor can give personalised learning experience to students where in the student gets the attention individually which he or she is not able to get in a classroom. Also, a tutor can help in boosting the confidence and morale of the students. They help in building learning skills as well. As a tutor, I believe I have strong communucation skills…
Strengths:
- Master's Accounting
- Award-winning tutor
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
English
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Yanjun
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
To increase the interest of the student towards his or her subject.
To improve his or her academical results
To help him or her on the content that he or she might not understand during school time or in tutoring Communication.
Can set up easy examples to help the student to understand.
Patient with students
Helpful and flexible, willing to…
Strengths:
- 1st in USYD Eng Comp
- 2 yrs tutoring exp
- UNSW Eng student
Subjects:
Maths
Engineering Studies
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Mark Wayne
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
To make them realize and harness their own brain power to process the beauty of numbers. By doing so, fear of numbers can be eliminated and that will definitely propel them for their future. I am a well-rounded person with an aptitude for Math. My style of teaching is to make Math as fun as possible and interesting as possible. I am patient and I…
Strengths:
- 15+ yrs coding exp
- Team leadership
- UP Diliman grad
Subjects:
Maths
Info Processing
Software Dev
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Jiajun
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
Cares about the learning experiences of the student and communication. A good communication and care can motivate students to learn and make the teaching process a lot enjoyable I have a good communication skill that allow me to explain complex questions and topics in a easy understanding way. My Actuarial degree also qualify and prove my solid…
Strengths:
- Distinction average
- Actuarial grad
- Maths HDs
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Stephen
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
One of the most important thing a tutor can do is to help a student to acquire the knowledge. What it means is that the student can internally understand what is being taught as a building block, which enables the student to advance his/her learning.
An important aspect of acquiring knowledge is to teach student how to think. As different…
Strengths:
- Uni finance tutor
- Mentoring exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Malarselvi
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to bring in a positive connection between the student and the subject so that learning happens naturally along with concept realization rather than focusing on memorization. 1.Good Listener
2.Passionate teacher
3.Consistent Learner
4.Mentoring peers and team.
5.Coherency in the lessons…
Strengths:
- Academic Topper
- Maths & Sci focus
- Patient mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Business Studies
Info Processing
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Jonathan
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
I believe that the most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to either create of amplify one's enjoyment in studying a subject, as well as creating or increasing confidence and developing a positive mindset for students who are discouraged by a course. I believe that my strengths as a tutor lie in my patience in dealing with…
Strengths:
- 90+ ATAR
- 3+ yrs tutoring
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Nicholas
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
Apart from the obvious requirements to provide sound academic knowledge and advice, the other aspect of tutoring that I consider most important is getting the student excited about learning. The best teachers have a successful balance of both aspects. When a tutor is excited about the content, that will get the student excited as well. An…
Strengths:
- PhD candidate
- Sci & math focus
- Robotics wkshp exp
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Engineering Studies
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Adrian
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student can vary, depending on the student. For e.g I had a friend who's outlook on maths was very negative, he had despised it his whole life and every time we'd have maths h would just have a frown upon his face and his mood would change. I assumed this was because he had never really…
Strengths:
- Knox Grammar grad
- Youth mentor exp
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Liam
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
I think that the most important things that a tutor can do for a student would be to inspire them to love the subjects that they take and study, to be able to inspire them to do their work and really work at it in their own time, such that the tutoring isn't a dependency but a supplement to their success. Once that's achieved, it becomes much…
Strengths:
- Science (Med) degree
- Student mentor exp
- Violin teaching
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Biology
Science
English
- y1
- y2
- y3
- y4
- y5
- y6
- y7
- y8
- y9
- y10
- y11
- y12
Yuanyu
Tutor Willoughby, NSW
The most important thing for a tutor which are
- understanding students' needs
- be able to support them
- engaged with students
-willing to communicate with students and parents
- respect students' personality - I am a patiently and friendly person
- Good communicating with students, parents and co-worker
- understanding student's…
Strengths:
- Academic Excellence
- Maths teaching exp
- Engaging lessons
Subjects:
Maths
Chinese
Local Reviews
Inside Balgowlah HeightsTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
Year 7 student Jerry worked on converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages, then applied these skills to problems involving GST and profit/loss, and also practised writing equations for linear relationships using tables of values.
Year 9 student Amelie focused on mastering surd simplification, multiplication/division, and rationalising denominators, and completed summary notes for key topics like indices and quadratics as part of her assessment preparation.
Meanwhile, Year 12 student Clara revised loans and annuities in financial maths ahead of an exam, tackled network problems involving minimum-cut/maximum-flow theorems, and reviewed standard deviation questions in normal distribution using formula sheets.
Recent Challenges
In Year 8 maths, one student often avoided writing out full working in algebra and geometry problems; as a tutor noted, "he lost marks in his exam as he did not show his working out." This meant that even correct answers couldn't earn maximum credit.
In Year 12 financial maths, another student sometimes brought incomplete notes or forgot key materials like her calculator, making it harder to apply concepts independently during lessons.
When a student skipped homework attempts before sessions, the opportunity for deeper revision and targeted feedback was lost—especially leading up to tests when problem-solving skills mattered most.
Recent Achievements
One Balgowlah Heights tutor noticed that Jerry, a high school student, has started double-checking his working out and now asks for help only after attempting challenging questions himself—a big shift from when he'd get stuck and wait for guidance.
In another session, Clara took the initiative to complete several past papers on her own before her exams, showing much more independence in her study routine than earlier in the term.
Meanwhile, Lilly (Year 4) has begun recognising and correcting her own times tables mistakes during "Hit the Button," instead of guessing or waiting for answers.
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 Mosman Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School.