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Dee Why's tutors include a seasoned secondary maths teacher with seven years' classroom experience, a Master's-qualified mathematician and calculus specialist, accomplished French and English language trainers, high-ATAR graduates with subject awards, dedicated peer mentors and youth leaders, plus experienced private tutors in maths, science and music—offering expertise across K–12 learning.

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Jocelynn

English Tutor Willoughby, NSW
Developing life values and soft skills in students beyond the course materials, through being a principled, warm and dedicated role model. I can see positive things about every child, understanding that each student learns uniquely with their own strengths and weaknesses. With active listening and empathy, I can be adaptable with my teaching style…
Liam
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Liam

English 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…
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Alexandria

English Tutor Chatswood, NSW
Transfer knowledge in an engaging, welcoming way Teaching them how to systematically approach a subject/field of study Offer motivational/psychological/wellbeing support Excellent communication skills Knowledge Compassion Enthusiasm Time management Understand students learn differently and will facilitate their unique ways of…
Lucinda
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Lucinda

English Tutor Newport, NSW
I think a tutor, or any teacher, can honestly make or break a subject. As a tutor, I want to be able to make a student fall in love with what they are teaching them, rather than them seeing going to tutoring as a chore. I find my biggest strength to be that I get along well with younger kids and other people in general. I am very patient, and dont…
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Zac

English Tutor Narraweena, NSW
To ensure a student can be tutored effectively, they have to feel open about discussing topics and concepts they do not understand well which can be daunting. Thus, by maintaining a friendly and welcoming personality and relationship as a tutor, students are able to be more open about their weaknesses, allowing for me to tailor myself to their…
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Georgia

English Tutor North Curl Curl, NSW
I consider the most important thing a tutor can do for their student's is inspire them. I want to enlighten them with my love for learning and organisation, inspiring them to do and be their best. I also would empower my student's to believe in themselves and gain confidence in their abilities, as I consider a high self esteem, when it comes to…
Theo
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Theo

English Tutor Brookvale, NSW
Be able to answer any questions a student has. Provide a healthy and safe learning environment. Each session provided should be progressive toward the students goals and tasks. Making the client comfortable by making sure they understand the content or question ect. Providing useful 'short cuts' or strategies that they might not be taught at…
Stephen
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Stephen

English Tutor Beacon Hill, NSW
To give to the student not only the knowledge of how a task is completed or formula applied, but an understanding of the logic in why this is utilised or possible. The ability to apply mathematics to a situation through the correct understanding of what needs to be done and what knowledge can be used to accomplish that end, is more necessary and…
Peter
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Peter

English Tutor Collaroy Plateau, NSW
Help the student realize his/her full potential. Patient, inspiring, and…
Imogen
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Imogen

English Tutor Freshwater, NSW
I think the most important thing I can do for s student is encouraging them to believe in themselves and their abilities. By allowing children chances of success their confidence can be built and they can do what they before believed impossible. I also feel like changing children's attitude to foster a love of learning can stand them in great…
Baeden
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Baeden

English Tutor North Manly, NSW
Create a space of no judgement, there are a lot of questions that students find intimidating to ask in a class environment, so as a tutor, creating a safe space for them to ask those questions is the most important goal to achieve. Not only does this allow for a further understanding of a topic, but also allows the student to be able to enjoy the…
Jyoti
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Jyoti

English Tutor North Manly, NSW
Honest, patient, and a good listener Be willing to share your own experiences Teach the student how to learn and explain to them different tricks and strategies Be confident. Creativity, Empathy, and kindness Knowledge of subjects and experience with kids Being patient is important so they can take their own time in…
Jess
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Jess

English Tutor Collaroy Plateau, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is be consistent, positive and a guidance for the student throughout their studies. It is through these attributes that a student can truly benefit from the teachings and have a willingness to learn and understand the concepts taught by the tutor. I am passionate about the subjects I teach, I…
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Alysha

English Tutor Beacon Hill, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is build their confidence. This is what will enable motivation and ultimately ensure the student can achieve the best possible outcome they can with their specific capabilities. It is also crucial for a tutor to create a comfortable environment for their student so that they feel they can ask…
Shona
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Shona

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to increase their confidence, so that even if they are struggling with a concept/ problem they know that they can achieve a solution and that they have the skills to do so. It is important that the student feels that they can achieve their goals after you have stopped tutoring them. I am a…
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Anke

English Tutor Queenscliff, NSW
Have a lot of patience and not get frustrated. Find a way of explaining or doing something that the child understands. Not giving up. A child who doesn’t understand can get frustrated and it is important for the tutor to motivate the child and try to find a way to tutor the child that focuses on their specific learning style. I have a lot a…
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Sian

English Tutor Balgowlah, NSW
I believe a tutor should be understanding, patient, passionate, and encouraging. I had a tutor for my HSC and I believe that to gain a strong connection with the student, you must be their biggest cheerleader. You must be there to support them through their obstacles and successes and be an ear to listen when things become overwhelming. A tutor…
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Rhys

English Tutor Seaforth, NSW
I believe a tutor should teach and engage a student in an way that cultivates a student's passion in the subject. From experience, I as a student do much better in subjects that I am passionate about and feel excited to study, rather than just trying to achieve high grades. I believe that students that are more passionate in their studies will…
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Bianca

English Tutor Frenchs Forest, NSW
I think as a tutor one of the most important things we can do for a student is be a pillar of support to guide them and follow them on their learning journey. Instead of talking to students and feeding them information its important to talk WITH students as learning is a 2 way street and both student and teacher need to have input. Learning is…
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Kyra

English Tutor Clontarf, NSW
Help them to feel confident in their own skills and help them to discover and explore knowledge My people skills and my ability to adapt my explanation to the learning style and ability of the…
Paul
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Paul

English Tutor Belrose, NSW
Being able earn the trust of the student and work together in achieving mutually set relevant/ realistic goals in their personalised Learning Program. Bring high levels of engagement to the lessons and making sure that the student clearly understands the learnings in the lesson through the end of lesson re cap. Provide assistance through…
Naya
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Naya

English Tutor Forestville, NSW
Tutors are there to make sure students fully understand the subjects taught in their classes, whether this be to engage them with new work outside of the classroom, aid them with homework or just spark more enjoyment in the subject. My main strength would be my ability to teach with different perspectives, this being an ability to explain a…
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Ella

English Tutor Warriewood, NSW
Empower them and help them to realise their potential to learn and understand, show them how to have fun while learning. I am good at relating to people and empathising and adjusting to their…

Local Reviews

Gracie, she has been very accommodating and has had the patience to work with my son. Even though I have not met her in person, she seems to be very dedicated.
Alex, Manly Vale

Inside Dee WhyTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 7 student Aidan worked on finding gradients and equations of straight lines as well as interpreting graphs to connect visual data with algebraic rules.

Year 10 student Olivia focused on quadratic equations, using different factorisation methods and completing the square to solve problems.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Ethan explored circles, hyperbolas, and exponential equations, tackling graph sketching and identifying key features of each curve type.

Recent Challenges

A Year 11 student found simultaneous equations challenging when only points and gradients were provided; she relied heavily on worked examples rather than practicing independently.

In Year 9, a student's tendency to "go extremely fast through questions" led to missed steps in algebra, as one tutor noted, "needs to slow down and show working."

Meanwhile, a Year 7 student hesitated with division tricks—impatience made her guess rather than apply strategies from previous lessons.

For a primary learner tackling times tables, confidence dropped when faced with the unfamiliar 8s and 9s; skipping practice left gaps that slowed progress in multi-step problems.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Dee Why noticed a big shift for Morgan (Year 7): she now breaks down tricky compound area problems into smaller shapes without prompting—last term, she'd freeze if it wasn't straightforward.

A Year 10 student recently tackled financial maths and, after previously making frequent errors with formulas, managed to complete a full practice set independently and accurately.

In English, a Year 11 student who used to write vague answers has started linking ideas more clearly in essays and even asked for feedback on structure before submitting her draft.

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 Dee Why Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Kevin's Catholic Primary School.