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Catherine

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important thing is to support their learning. For example, when I ask a student to do a question and they are struggling, I wouldn't give them the steps but remind them of what to do and possibly where to start. It is important for student's to be able to develop problem solving skills and be independent with their learning. Being patient…
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Anthony

Tutor Padstow, NSW
I think an important role tutor must be able to do is to be able to adaptable in their teaching style to cater to the needs of students. Additionally being relatable and exploring how this knowledge can be expanded to world wide applications. I believe tutors need to make strong relationships with both students in order for them to feel…
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Angela

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Build their confidence in their weak areas - I will want to see all my students feel they can overcome challenges and difficulty in their work through my help and support. I want my students to be inspired as I have been inspired by my teachers in the past, including when times were tough - to never give up on a student is essential. Also…
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Graziella Marie

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Tutors are not just teachers. We are also our stydents's friend, parent, guardian and counselor. We should be knowledgeable and always prepared so we can answer and teach our students well. I'm very patient and froendly. I like children so i make it to a point to make learning fun. I'm flexible and adaptable. I am used to making lesson and…
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Neriman

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Explain it several times if you have to. Let them have a go themselves. They need to be able to understand it not just memorise the work so they can do it on their own when you are not there. Patience. Listening to students to see where that it is they have trouble understanding. Trying to explain the situation in different ways by giving other…
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Keshav

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Once, I heard a wise thing on the internet, "You should demand more from yourself, not from anyone else, or anything." Ever since, I find myself sticking to this thing to push those I am tutoring. Also, tutoring facilitates individualized attention, through which we as a tutor can provide more guidance, and support to get most out of the…
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Mausham

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Just make the student learn about the things and boost their level of knowledge on the subjects they find difficult. Create the best environment for the students to learn something new. I am masters graduate and I have been working as Tution tutor since…
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Inshaa

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are listening carefully, being patient and identifying that not all students are the same. A strategy that may work wonders for one student could not be useful for another student. Being able to employ different strategies to different students is a key aspect of being a great tutor. My…
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Vasiq Ahmed

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Try to understand and listen to them and make them feel important. Also make them responsible and how to deal with problems can be the best thing a tutor can impart to a student. Patience, Tolerant, Active listener, Fun, Responsible, Mature, Realist are some of the qualities that I think are necessary that should be present in a tutor like…
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Margaret

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Tutors need to be understanding and patient while knowing that students may not have the required knowledge to solve a simple question quickly. They may also have knowledge gaps which the tutor will need to discover and revise with the student for their question solving ability to improve. So most importantly, a tutor needs to ensure students are…
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Madeleine

Tutor Padstow, NSW
I had a tutor in high school for my VCE studies. I learned that a tutor must be a supportive figure that guides their student with compassion and patience. The demeanor of my tutor relived the stress of studying and gave me the confidence to attempt difficult problems that I would have given up on. Students at any year level will often feel…
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Damian

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to ask them for constant feedback/questions. Some students are hesitant to ask questions when they are confused, which can easily lead to them not understanding content. Hence, it is important as a tutor to actively make sure that your student actually understands what you are teaching. As a…
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Jacob

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Being accepting of any & all questions in a friendly and non-judgmental manner, so as to make sure the student feels comfortable asking such questions, because otherwise it would defeat the purpose of being tutored. I also think that it's vital for the tutor to give their students the best chance at being able to succeed with their own ability…
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Parul

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Be Versatile: As someone who has trial and errored with a lot of different tutors who had different and rigid teaching methods, I understand the importance of a teacher's ability to be versatile and cater to each student differently. The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is match their speed and create a safe space of learning…
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Frederick

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can for a student is to make them fall in love with learning, learn without pressure and let them feel confident when they are getting taught by new concepts or difficult questions. Another important thing a tutor should have is to be active, this brings both sides to be passionate about learning. Tutors who are…
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Abdullah

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Showing the right path. It’s way easier if you get someone to show you the right path. I mean a student will do on their own but if you got someone to guide you the right way then it’s much more easier I try to give examples using real life…
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Thi Hong Thu

Tutor Padstow, NSW
I think the most important things for a tutor are the responsibility and being a good listener. A tutor must be able to listen to a student carefully to understand what difficulties they might have in their studies, hence finding solutions to help them. A tutor must be responsible for assisting a student to reach their goals. I am patient to teach…
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Victoria

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for the student is to believe in them and show encouragement. Self-esteem can be extremely vulnerable during schooling years, and tutors have the power to enhance their students' level of self-confidence and sense of self-efficacy. When I believe in their potential, work with their strengths, support their…
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Keely

Tutor Padstow, NSW
I think tutors give students the confidence and knowledge to excel in their studies throughout primary and high school which I think to be one of the most important things for students. I excelled in all areas of math throughout my years of study. I have the experience of being a primary school teacher, giving me the abilities and experience of…
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Michael

Tutor Padstow, NSW
The most important thing I can do for student is to understand them. As a tutor, I need to understand their situation, what their level is and what they want to achieve. With this in consideration, I must try my best to help them reach their goals and guide them as a mentor in their academic endeavors. As a tutor, my biggest strength would be…
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Agnes

Tutor Padstow, NSW
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Arpan Keshar

Tutor Padstow, NSW
To help them realize their aim that's subconsciously already established in their mind and to show the path towards it. I believe I am able to engage students and because children have a short attention span, engaging them is not a piece of…
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Zena

Tutor Padstow, NSW
Show commitment, whether its through showing up on time, or taking some of your spare time at home to mark their work. Also to support and encourage the individual to achiever their very best. I can explain a concept in many different ways, so if the student doesn't understand, I can easily explain in other ways until they get it. I can also adapt…

Local Reviews

At this point, we are happy with the way things are progressing. Ryan seems a bright and capable young man and Kirsten does feel the sessions are assisting her.
Tracee, Padstow

Inside PadstowTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Pranay focused on spelling difficult words and improving his story writing by revising descriptive introductions, while also practising basic reading and comprehension skills.

Year 6 student Beau worked through multiplying and dividing fractions as well as order of operations, with extra practice using maths mentals exercises to strengthen understanding.

Meanwhile, Year 6 student Grace tackled equivalent fractions—learning how to cancel them out—and moved into adding and subtracting decimals, often applying concepts through worked examples in her homework.

Recent Challenges

In Year 8 English, not applying written feedback on story drafts meant improvements in structure and clarity were missed—one note read, "I have given him both verbal and written feedback... I would like him to start applying it."

A Year 7 student hesitated to ask questions during class or tutoring, missing chances to clarify misunderstood concepts.

In Year 6 maths, skipping working out led to difficulties tracing errors later ("she is forgetting to show this when answering questions both during the tutoring session and whilst completing homework").

By lesson's end, a Year 7 student often disengaged, leaving harder problems unfinished.

Recent Achievements

One Padstow tutoring session saw a high school student, Noah, take real ownership of his study by breaking down an English assessment with the tutor and independently committing to submit a final essay draft by a set deadline—a big shift from needing step-by-step guidance.

Another win came when Robine, also in high school, started leaving questions blank in her homework if she was unsure, instead of guessing—she now actively asks for help so she can fix mistakes together during sessions.

Meanwhile, younger student Pranay proudly shared that he's begun regularly asking his teacher clarifying questions at school when confused.

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 Padstow Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Southside Montessori School.