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Shelley's tutors include a Perth Modern Sphinx Society scholar with a predicted 99.75 ATAR, experienced K–12 and university-level mentors in maths, science and English, an award-winning peer coach and basketball referee, accomplished school Duxes, Dean's List engineering students, certified teachers, private tutors with proven results, and academic high achievers recognised for excellence across multiple subjects.

Alexandra
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Alexandra

English Tutor Thornlie, WA
Tutoring is a form of specialised teaching, and two-way communication is fundamental to successful teaching. It is easy to talk at a child to teach them a concept on a basic level, but patience, asking the child questions and listening to their responses effectively are essential elements in ensuring the student understands the content. From many…
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Lovenein

English Tutor Beckenham, WA
As stated, giving the correct guidance and the motivation for the correct way to study is extremely important. As is well knwon, we can walk a horse to the water but cannot make him drink it, similarly giving the syllabus content and teaching the subject is important, however, the most important part it to mame sure the student knows in the first…
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Aden
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Aden

English Tutor Thornlie, WA
Ideally, although admittedly ironic, you want a student to be able to stand on their own two feet and achieve their goals without the need of a tutor at some point. So, although the direct role of a tutor is to teach content, the wider, arguably more profound role of a tutor is to teach lifelong skills, habits, and techniques that students can…
Ruchie Mark
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Ruchie Mark

English Tutor Kardinya, WA
A tutor must build two things in a student: confidence and knowledge. A tutor develops confidence in a student by simplifying the learning process. Through tips and shortcuts, the student will confidently answer questions. The tutor also expands the student's knowledge by providing exposure to different learning materials. With these both, the…
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Jenan

English Tutor Kewdale, WA
To be patient and supportive at all times, encourage them to attempt questions and support independent learning. I am motivated and enthusiastic to teach students. I am adaptable and flexible, as well as empathetic to different students'…
Ajitesh
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Ajitesh

English Tutor Kewdale, WA
The assistance for gaining problem solving ability allows the student to solve about 50% of the task and remaining 50% comes with practice. This aspect to develop Problem solving skills is essential and most important thing a tutor can do. I can explain any concept given to me in the my domain with the most rudimentary approach. Which allows to…
Rena
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Rena

English Tutor East Perth, WA
Helping them to understand any difficult or confusing concepts they may not understand before. I am patient and enjoy taking my time to ensure the concept I'm teaching is explained…
MD RIAD
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MD RIAD

English Tutor Rivervale, WA
As a tutor, the important things I can do to support and benefit my students: To tailor my approach to meet each student's needs and learning styles. Understand their strengths, weaknesses, and goals, and adapt your teaching methods accordingly. Personalized attention helps build a strong rapport and creates an environment where students feel…
SHOBHIT
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SHOBHIT

English Tutor Crawley, WA
Understand his/her concern and teach the things in most amicable and productive way so that the student loves learning. Amicable to students, Cooperative and understanding, Time management…
Christopher
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Christopher

English Tutor Crawley, WA
A tutor does not just teach a student a particular subject. I believe that the most important function of a tutor is to foster overall academic confidence in a student and to develop better study techniques/learning habits more generally. A good tutor can give a student motivation and techniques to achieve not only in the tutored subject, but in…
Sarah
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Sarah

English Tutor Crawley, WA
I think the most important things I can do for a student revolve around mentorship. Being a tutor is not just about imparting information and tips to the student. It is recognising the student as a whole, looking after their mental wellbeing, and ensuring that what they're learning is being tailored to them, rather than a cookie-cut approach. A…
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Caitlin

English Tutor Crawley, WA
Above all else, I believe a tutor should prioritise student wellbeing. Beyond academic achievement, it's essential to foster a sense of belonging, confidence and self-worth in each student. This involves attentive listening, emotional support, and creating a safe, judgement-free space. Additionally, empowering students to take ownership of their…
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Winnie

English Tutor Crawley, WA
Ensure that the student is gaining confidence and is improving. I believe its not the final result that counts, but its ensuring the student's mental health is taken care or whilst the student is experiencing a steady improvement. I believe I am a person with strong moral values that can grasp concepts relatively quickly. I also memorise content…
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AFEEF AHMAD

English Tutor Crawley, WA
Taking initiative to bring the student out of their comfort zone. In a lot of cases, students fear showing their lack of knowledge, especially in group settings. However, it is important for the tutor to recognize this and invite the student into the circle of discussion and let them contribute. It is crucial to create a safe space that is…
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Jordi

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
To believe in the students ability to take what they've learnt in the session out into practice and to take part in individual study to further improve their skills as a student, particularly going into more serious years of high school. My ability to cater for a students individual concerns and needs. I know that ALL students have different…
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Yana

English Tutor Nedlands, WA
I consider the time and space a tutor gives to the student the most important thing. It is all about what they, as the student, are comfortable with. However, this does not stop another important aspect; pushing a student through their limits in order to achieve their goals. These are the most important things a tutor can do for a student. I…
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Deena

English Tutor Jandakot, WA
Provide the student with clarity on their work with a full understanding of the information. Not only does it educate the student and prepare them for the future but it gives each student a mass amount of satisfaction and relief once they understand each topic. I’m very throughout with communication, being a public speaker for 5 years and with …
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Georgi

English Tutor Kardinya, WA
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to encourage the individual to be more confident in their own abilities. This can be achieved by showing the student the most appropriate way to tackle the problem, and then rewarding them when they are able to complete the problem without any assistance. This should ultimately…
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Ruthvik

English Tutor Perth, WA
Although it is highly important that a tutor teaches their students the material covered in the syllabus, it is equally as important that the tutor teaches their students the tools required to succeed in a competitive academic environment. As a tutor, I instil in my students a great work ethic, teaching them highly effective study and time…
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Zakery

English Tutor Jandakot, WA
Patience is first and foremost when you're with a student. It is vastly important that you should respect the pace at which the student learns and works at, to never pressure or rush the student, to challenge them without making them feel small or inadequate. We all learn in different ways and at different speeds - none of which are better or…
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Shiva Ram

English Tutor Perth, WA
I think the best thing a tutor can do for a student is to teach him different things while motivating the student and making sure he/she/they understand the essence of the teaching so that they can apply it in daily life rather than asking them to memorize different things. This way the students not only get good grades but also store whatever…
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Amal

English Tutor Huntingdale, WA
Personalize learning and teach the student specific to their learning style. Its best to ensure they learn the info required in the way the student is capable of learning, rather than enforcing them to follow a default method. Definitely communication and experience with younger people, if they struggle to understand a topic I could explain in…
Joshua
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Joshua

English Tutor Southern River, WA
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is establish a meaningful relationship with them, as this aids in the effectiveness of their learning. By getting to know students on a more personal level, the students can be more comfortable in their learning environment and thrive as individuals. Another important element is…

Local Reviews

During the first phone call, I felt the staff member was quite rushed. I had a lot to explain and felt I didn't get to finish. His final decision was no, the company probably couldn't help me but I persisted. Then it worked out in the end and I got a tutor. The tutor has attended once and I'm happy with him.
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Inside ShelleyTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 5 student Aryan practised dividing fractions and calculating percentages, focusing on applying these skills to piecewise defined relationships.

In Year 10, Ethan worked through factoring and expanding quadratic expressions as well as a brief introduction to compound interest using step-by-step examples.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Grace revised matrix multiplication and explored the normal distribution in statistics, also touching on key finance topics relevant to her coursework.

Recent Challenges

A Year 8 student struggled with factorising quadratics in a test and, as noted, "ran out of time"—test anxiety led to second-guessing answers and slow progress.

In Year 10 maths, skipping clear layout on simultaneous equations meant errors weren't spotted until feedback was given; the tutor wrote, "laying out answers properly and clearly" was still an issue.

In primary maths, one child hesitated to ask for help when stuck multiplying large numbers—missing chances to clarify confusion early.

For a senior student using the CAS Classpad, over-reliance on calculator steps made it harder to remember key finance formulas without prompts during practice.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Shelley noticed one Year 10 student, who previously hesitated to check her own work, now confidently uses the "talking aloud" technique and backchecks her answers on quadratic expansions—meaning she trusts her instincts but also double-checks without wasting time.

Another high schooler has shifted from struggling with linear equations to independently substituting values and successfully graphing lines, even explaining how slope direction changes with gradient sign.

In a younger session, a primary student who rarely participated began asking more questions when uncertain and started showing all working steps for each maths problem before moving on.

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 Riverton Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Shelley Primary School.