Due to the current situation we are experiencing significant demand for tutoring. Fast track your enrolment online: Enrol Online Now

Private biology tutors that come to you in person or online

Northgate's tutors include a school maths and science teacher with years of K–12 experience, an award-winning Master of Data Science scholar, Kumon and Smith Family mentors, a university Dux with international competition success, peer leaders in STEM outreach, high-achieving IB graduates, and specialists in English, programming, creative writing, and languages.

  • 100% Good Fit Guarantee
    Love your tutor or it’s free.
    No risk.
  • Qualified Tutors
    Only the top 10% pass our screening.
  • We Come to You
    Flexible in-home or online flexible scheduling.
  • Working with Child Check
    Safety-first tutoring for peace of mind.
  • 100% Good Fit Guarantee
    100% Good Fit Guarantee

    Love your tutor or it's free. Guaranteed.

  • Qualified Tutors
    Qualified Tutors

    Carefully screened, fewer than 10% are good enough to work with us.

  • Simple Terms
    Simple Terms

    No booking fees, no hidden fees. Cancel any time, no lock-in.

  • We come to you
    We come to you

    You decide where and when to meet. As little or as often as you want.

  • Working with Children Check
    Working with Children Check

    All tutors have a valid working with children check

  • Real Results
    Real Results

    Reach goals and improve grades faster with private, 1-to-1 lessons.

  • Any Grade
    Any Grade

    High school or primary, you'll get a tutor that fits your needs.

  • 1000's of Happy Students
    1000's of Happy Students

    Our tutors show WHAT to study + HOW to study

  • Lesson Reports
    Lesson Reports

    You'll get feedback on each lesson, so you know how your child gets on.

Shivani
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
A tutor needs to help identify a student's strong points and motivate the students in every possible way. It's not always the tutor that should be valued and respected but the students also needs the same respect and care. Also, a tutor should know how to boost up the morale of a student when he/she is feeling low. If student is facing some…
Cassie
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
Try to make them feel confident in themselves and build intuition. Maths is hard and it is easy to feel discouraged; so being able to boost morale and keep them going is important in them being successful. I really do try to be engaging; I try to speak to students as an equal. I think talking to them as regular people and have regular…
1st Lesson Trial

Help Your Child Succeed in Biology

We will contact you to organize the first Trial Lesson!

Anis
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is to do active listening because in active listening who gain a lot of knowledge regarding that particular student or any information that should a tutor or teacher must know. and relate own personal experience with them so that they learn some lesson. - One should be a flexible because…
jashanpreet
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
Truly personalize the learning, Incorporate connections to the student's interests, Teach to the student's strengths, Minimize the student's weaknesses Excellent Communication Skills, Superior Listening Skills, Deep Knowledge of and Passion for the Subject Matter, The Ability to Develop Strong, relationships With Students, Friendliness and…
Pavneet
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
To be able to have an effective communication with the student and understand his/her mindset related to concepts explained. I am very good at explaining concepts deeply and make students practice properly with assignments and tests so that the concepts retain in their…
Jason
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
Developing personalised learning/teaching plans as each student is different. Help students understand the fundamentals to allow growth of foundations. Help minimise their weaknesses and further develop their strengths Patience and understanding their needs, Teaching the importance of understanding the fundamentals of every topic which is…
Madison
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I believe that tutoring is extremely important and can give students help in classes they may be struggling in or provide them a way to get ahead in their classes. Learning is incredibly important and tutoring can provide students with the knowledge they need to thrive. I am currently studying for a bachelor of science and am incredibly passionate…
Stephanie
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I think the most important thing is a tutor can do for a student is to build confidence in students in learning certain subjects and provide them with tools to be effective learners. I believe that I have a way of teaching things in a very clear and a simple manner and I also think that I am able to adjust my way of teaching according to the…
Elsa
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
Make concepts clear without doubts. I use simple real world examples to explain concepts so that they are well imprinted in pupils' minds clearly and…
Tooba toufiq
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I can make my students very comfortable so they can express their feelings very easily. It also help me to understand their learning. My strengths are: Establish a strong trust and rapport with my students. Time management skills And a good…
Jamie
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I will instill pride and confidence in students that they can be successful. Cultivating a growth mindset is important, a belief that small steps progress into achieved milestones. Importantly, I will instill in students the courage to try again and that there's no such thing as failure if we persevere. I can support students in their current…
Shiphrah
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I believe that getting high grades in school is not the most important goal for my student (although this is something we work towards), but rather what is most important for me as a tutor is to see them learn, progress and improve each time. I want to teach them the value of hard work while building up their confidence and motivation to tackle…
Cong
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • SACE
I believe the most important job of a tutor is to yield desirable results in a subject for the student(s) while keeping the student(s) inspired and interested in the subject. Even though my academic results are not outstanding, I believe in my ability to explain concepts with simple and relatable analogies. In Math specifically, I am strong with…
Chelsea
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
Believe in them. I'm a quick thinker, so am able to change how I explain concepts to better suit the…
Ankita
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
In my opinion, a tutor must be able to empathize with the student and create a safe space for them. Its important to be constructive and patient especially with the ones that take time to grasp topics. One must keep instructions clear and always strive to empower the child by focusing on their strengths. Engage them instead of lecturing…
Jitendra Singh
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
- Make student understand things and create a solid foundation for future. - Understand students and learn what they are interested in and guide them for future perspective - My strong desire to tell how things are happening in details, - Examples that i provide. - Understanding and dealing with every person in a different…
Lana
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I believe the most important thing(s) a tutor can do for a student include the following 1) Listen to their frustration on the topic/s 2) Learn and apply strategies that benefit each student's learning style 3) Provide a safe place for kids to learn and explore topics and subjects 4) Be a friend As a tutor, I believe my strengths are the…
Joel
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
A tutor must be able to commit to providing all the correct resources and help that a student needs. They should be patient with the student, understand learning patterns and be able to deliver information in simple terms. Tutors should also never judge but instead approach every problem in a friendly and helpful manner, as this will maintain an…
Jeevika
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • SACE
The most important thing for a tutor is to provide a fun learning environment for the student and empower them to learn. A tutor should be able to motivate the students to organise, formulate study goals and most importantly self learn and self improve. I am a very results-oriented person and one of my key strengths as a tutor is being able to…
Natalie
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is help them gain the tools necessary to be able to succeed on their own. As a tutor, helping students not only believe in themselves, but also helping them gain the strategies and tools to overcome difficult academic and non-academic problems is an important thing. Tutors need to not just…
Hassan
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is to hear the opinions and struggles of a student. This will allow them to move forward and solve any issues that they are having with their studies. I am very patient and hardworking. I take my time with students, allowing them to ask questions. I also provide my own homework and help with…
Anthony
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
I believe the most crucial thing that a tutor can do for their student is to encourage not only their understanding of a subject/topic but also their passion and enthusiasm for it. I believe that allowing a student to flourish in an environment tailored to them allows them to treat their studies less as a chore and more as a passion. This not…
Parul
  • y1
  • y2
  • y3
  • y4
  • y5
  • y6
  • y7
  • y8
  • y9
  • y10
  • y11
  • y12
  • Naplan
  • SACE
Understanding and solving a students problem patiently is the most important thing a tutor can do for a student. Guiding them to achieve their goals in life. There are a few skills that a tutor must possess. Patience, clear communication, active listening, problem solving and technical knowledge are my strengths as a…

Local Reviews

Fantastic organisation, extremely easy to get started. Exceptional tutoring
Renae Bonelli, Northgate

Inside NorthgateTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 8 student Rhea worked on linear equations with unknowns on both sides and practiced finding variable values by substitution.

In Year 9, Ethan focused on trigonometry—solving for angles using sine, cosine, and tangent—and also revised coordinate geometry concepts like midpoints and plotting straight lines.

Meanwhile, Year 12 student Isabelle tackled advanced differentiation skills including exponential and logarithmic derivatives, along with consolidating her understanding of the chain rule using textbook problems.

Recent Challenges

In Year 11 Chemistry, a student needed to "work backwards from final concentrations" in ICE tables but struggled with recalling definitions and key steps, causing hesitation mid-task.

For Year 9 algebra, skipping careful simplification—especially when opening brackets—led to sign errors ("she tends to overlook…changing of the equation sign once the brackets have been extended").

In Year 7 coordinate geometry, forming equations from worded problems was a sticking point; as noted, confusion with signs persisted even after initial guidance.

Meanwhile, a Year 5 learner often left fraction subtraction unfinished or missed checking double negatives, which meant answers were sometimes off by several marks.

Recent Achievements

A Northgate tutor noticed a Year 11 student who previously hesitated with logarithmic derivatives now confidently works through challenging problems independently, after struggling to apply the rules without guidance.

Meanwhile, a Year 8 student who was often unsure about expanding brackets managed to solve increasingly complex questions by herself near the end of their session, no longer making sign errors that used to slow her down.

In Year 5, one student who would guess at converting fractions is now asking clarifying questions and accurately placing values on number lines before moving forward with her calculations.

What they say about our tutoring

quote

Washim was absolutely fantastic with our daughter Josephine! He was very patient and knowledgeable. Josephine went from a C student in Semester 1 to an A student in Semester 2 last year. The only variable that changed was tutoring with Washim during that period of time.

We had our first lesson with Jacob tonight and I wanted to let you know that we were highly impressed with him. Jacob seems to be a great fit for my daughter, was very friendly and knowledgeable. I wanted to pass this feedback on and let you know that we are very happy with Jacob.

Stuart has been a big help to our son Ben and we have noticed that he is enjoying math homework from school more now. If Ben has any problems with Math then when he comes home he sends Stuart a message during the week and Stuart always responds to him at some point, which is great. Things are going really well indeed!

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 Greenacres Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Cedar College.