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Tutors in Nicholls include a primary school teacher with over 16 years' classroom experience, an early childhood educator and former university engineering lecturer, a peer mentor in science and nutrition, an ANU theoretical physics master's student, a Maths Olympiad awardee, and multiple tutors with youth coaching, academic prizes, or specialist K–12 teaching backgrounds.

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Jayaminda Anuradha
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Give my best to help the students with their studies, while enjoying the work. Also, I motivate the students towards studies, and show them the benefits gained from education. I explain the things in a more elaborative and attractive manner, so that even the under performing students will also be able to understand. I do not hesitate to explain…
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I feel that a tutor can basically change a student's perception to a particular subject. A tutor has the power to build the foundations of a subject in a simplified and innovative way such that it is comprehended easily by the students. When it comes to teaching new concepts, I seldom go by the book. I think it is more important to give a…
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Liam
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I think the most important things a tutor can do is to make the content understandable rather than just helping to memorise it. But also to normalise mistakes and to assert the importance of educated guessing. Any student can learn faster by giving something a go rather than waiting until they are certain. I believe I can explain and break down…
Cooper
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I believe that patience is definitely a major aspect of tutoring. There is nothing worse than being expected to understand something and being unable to go back and revisit it, simply because the tutor is impatient or not understanding/empathetic enough. Another important aspect I would say would have to be teaching slowly where needed and not…
Om
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The most important thing a tutor can do is to actually understand the needs of the student and how their thinking process works and then teach the subject accordingly rather than forcing same traditional methods on them. The subjects I teach (Maths and Physics) are often considered dry and difficult because of their complexity, I have methods to…
Krisn
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Firstly, the tutor must minimize the students' weaknesses and teach to their strengths. Secondly, the tutor can incorporate connections to the student's interest. He/she can truly personalize the learning. My passion to educate people is itself a strength for me and my teaching profession. Good communication skills, jovial nature, empathy, being…
Priyanka
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Impotant things a tuto can do is making good changes in children life providing academic guidance and explaing the concepts. My paitence and understanding of students is the strenght i…
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Most important thing is understanding students problems. I am honest, understanding and patient…
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There are several things that a tutor can do to support and help a student succeed. Some of the most important things a tutor can do for a student include: Listen and understand the student's needs and learning style: It is important for a tutor to be able to listen to a student's needs and understand how they learn best in order to tailor…
Harsh
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The most important thing a tutor can do for their students is to ensure they have explained a topic and assisted with any problems with the requirements of the student. I think my strengths as a tutor are my communication skills. I believe I am very capable and good at explaining a topic/method in a way that is easily understandable and…
Joshua
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I think that not just teaching the student subject content - but also teaching the student how to learn and study independently should be one of the main goals for a tutor. I believe my strengths as a tutor include being able to explain difficult concepts clearly and being patient to work with students until they can understand the material. I…
Maximus
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Build rapport and knowledge that is retained long-term and not merely short-term. Patience and clarity in speaking are what my core strengths…
Laiba
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The responsibilities of a tutor involve not only cultivating subject knowledge but also developing a passion for learning. Building a strong connection with the student, identifying their unique learning style, and adapting teaching strategies accordingly are crucial. Moreover, a tutor plays a pivotal role in instilling confidence, critical…
Patrick
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Provide an actual genuine relationship so the student can understand that the tutor is not simply there to teach but to talk to about anything. In my experience learning always works best when everyone can feel comfortable asking questions. When I was at school, any classroom that undervalued asking questions was bleak and difficult to grasp…
noor
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The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is identify any key areas for improvement academically and set goals together to maximise and successfully achieve those goals and reach new levels of academic capability. Additionally, it is also important for a tutor to have a respectful and a comfortable relationship with their student so…
Sakib
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1. Create a safe and supportive learning environment. 2. Listen closely to the student’s needs and tailor the tutoring sessions accordingly. 3. Encourage the student to ask questions and foster critical thinking. 4. Identify areas where the student needs help and provide guidance. 5. Provide resources and materials to help the student…
Bihan
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Guide them, show them the way they should go for. Teach less but teach the way students can understand. Ability to understand the students better and teaching based on…
Navkiran
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The most important things a tutor can do for a student are provide academic guidance, human connection, and consistency. My strengths are ability to explain difficult things in a simple way, connect with children on a personal level and understanding for the world of children, their emotions and…
Adam
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The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to make the student interested in whatever subject they are learning. The best way to learn anything is to show genuine interest in that topic. Tutors should not only assist students in specific areas, they should also engage with the student in a manner that makes the student interested in…
Ugyen
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A tutor is more like a friend, I believe tutors make learning an enjoyable activity, instead of making it nerve-wracking for the child. Tutoring is a more relaxing route to guide and educate. I am capable of explaining and demonstrating different methods that help students understand better. I always find ways to integrate their own interests in…
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Develop the student’s knowledge and confidence in the topics they are being tutored in. Clarity and depth of explanation. Personal experience in chosen…
Sukhdip
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Listening and understanding the needs and challenges of your students is essential. When you take the time to listen to your students and understand their unique situations, you can provide more targeted and effective support. This can also help build trust and rapport between you and your students, which can lead to better outcomes. The ability…
Jules
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It's most important that a tutor makes the student enjoy learning. I believe I'm very patient. I am creative in terms of how I teach students. I try to find ways to make learning fun for them, so they'll see studying not as a chore but something to look forward…

Local Reviews

Saara is so lovely and our daughter is really enjoying her sessions.
Nicky

Inside NichollsTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 6 student Olivia focused on simplifying linear equations and practiced converting fractions to decimals using real-world word problems.

For Year 9, Ethan worked through solving simultaneous equations with both substitution and elimination methods, reinforcing these skills with targeted examples.

Meanwhile, Year 10 student Mia covered compound interest calculations and reviewed the application of Pythagoras' Theorem in geometry questions, using step-by-step diagrams to aid understanding.

Recent Challenges

A Year 9 student regularly relied on a calculator for basic times tables, as noted: "needs to work on fundamentals—times tables for year 9—the more he can guestimate the answer the more likely he can eliminate any extreme errors."

In a Year 7 algebra session, skipping written steps led to confusion when isolating unknowns, resulting in extra time spent correcting sign errors.

At primary level, several students avoided completing homework or forgot materials needed for revision, which slowed progress and left gaps before new topics.

One senior student's tendency to overthink subtraction meant test time was wasted second-guessing instead of answering.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Nicholls recently noticed a Year 9 student finally cracked simultaneous equations using both substitution and elimination—something they'd avoided before because it felt overwhelming.

In a Year 7 maths session, another student began to independently spot when subtraction was needed in word problems, catching their own mistakes instead of waiting for hints.

Meanwhile, one of the younger students who used to freeze during reading now volunteers to read aloud and even pauses to sound out tricky words without prompting. At the end of her last lesson, she confidently finished a whole page by herself.

What they say about our tutoring

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We are very happy with Phanidah, he is very nice and patient and seems to teach Emily effectively. Emily likes him and already seems to have a more positive outlook with her maths. We are happy overall that the one-on-one tutoring allows Emily to relax about 'not knowing it'Âť so she can truly go back to basics with Phanidah and build slowly from there.

Ashleigh is really enjoying the help Sunny is giving her & is starting to feel more confident within herself. Apparently even her teacher has remarked on her improvement. Ashleigh is keen to continue tutoring for the rest of the year. Sunny is a great tutor & matched perfectly with Ashleigh.

A quick note to advise you that we have already been pleasantly surprised with Liam's current test result. Josh is doing a great job, and the Liam is responding well. In fact , for the first time ever, Liam has surpassed his twin brother in a Maths exam.

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 Gungahlin Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Gold Creek School.