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Yvonne

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
Firstly, a tutor can give guiding questions instead of displaying the answers straightaway. This way, the students can be prompted to think of a way to get to the solution. Secondly, I believe a tutor should build the foundation first before going deeper into the subject. I am a patient person. I would give time for the students to digest the…
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Deepak

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
The most important thing that any tutor can do for a student is to be a good listener. Knowing a student's expectations is really important in planning effective tutoring techniques. Only when we understand the requirements of the student and the hurdles that he or she face, will we be able to suggest solutions and work towards them. My biggest…
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Steven
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Steven

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
I believe that a tutor should make the subject easy for the students to understand as each students learn in different ways. If a tutor is able to identify them and be able to make the student understand the subject then it is the best thing a tutor can do to help a student thrive. I think my strengths as a tutor would be that I believe that any…
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Gaynell

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
making enjoyable and fun environment. even a boring subjects can be easy to learn for students if they are happy and willing to learn my biggest strength in tutoring is willing to helping student in difficulties. some area where they are struggle or they need certain…
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Curt

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
-Explain concepts in a way that is tailored to the way in which the student understands. -Provide examples and analogies -Be friendly as accessible. -Be open to answer any question that the student might have. Explaining complex things in a simple manner so that anyone can easily understand. I am also very patient with people because I know I…
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Rithik

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
I consider the most important things a tutor can do for a student to be providing personalized guidance, fostering understanding, and building confidence in the subject matter. I often think my strengths as a tutor are patience, knowledge, and clear…
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Ha

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
For me, the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to motivate the student to study. In my opinion, students are the ones who make progress and I, as a tutor, am only a guide and a motivator. As for me, motivation is much more important than knowledge. Every student can find possibly any knowledge available by using Google, but…
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Brian Sze Kai

Software Dev Tutor Kent Town, SA
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to teach the student to enjoy learning, and impart a good studying method. After all, even the best tutor cannot help an unmotivated student, and a lack of self-motivation is the biggest obstacle that many underperforming students fail to overcome. I am good at following the student's pace.…
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Anisha

Software Dev Tutor Adelaide, SA
I can truly personalize the learning and incorporate connections to the student's interests. i will teach to the student's strengths and minimize focus on the student's weaknesses. It is vital to exercise extreme patience and not cave into their own frustrations. When the student senses impatience from me, at best, it can demotivate them or…
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Ashwini

Software Dev Tutor Torrensville, SA
I believe there are never bad students. It is the responsibility of the teacher to understand/identify the strength of the students and help them build on it. A teacher can have great influence on students life. The more positive and encouraging the teacher is, more successful and confident the student will become. Students look up to their…
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Yuze

Software Dev Tutor Hampstead Gardens, SA
1.Be Knowledgeable enough in math. 1.Improve mathematical skills 2.Always be patient 3.How to get higher marks in the exam I am good at communicating with others. English is not my first language, however that is not a problem. I am good at explaining complex concepts and ideas in a easy-understood…
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Alex

Software Dev Tutor Norwood, SA
I consider the two most important things for a tutor to do are to first inspire confidence in the student and identify the area of difficulty as precisely as possible. Students are generally not equipped to identify the precise area of their difficulty as they don't have the knowledge to fully place it in the context of the subject. By…
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Roozbeh

Software Dev Tutor Maylands, SA
teach the student how to study and how to look for answers. most students are overwhelmed by the diversity of subjects and cant relate them together. I believe the best a tutor can do is how to classify subjects and become self-sufficient. I believe I can find the concept that the student Is having problems with and the reason they find a subject…
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Muhammad Talha

Software Dev Tutor Northgate, SA
Being able to bring own personality to same ground so the communication gap is minimum. Teacher should always welcome the question as there is no such thing as silly question. I can easily teach complex concept by using simple analogies which can help students grasping the matter easily. And I often study the personality of my student so I can…
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David

Software Dev Tutor Rose Park, SA
Give the student confidence in their own ability. Patience and flexibility. When it comes to mathematical ability, it is important to let the student develop their own approaches to…
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Parminder

Software Dev Tutor Hilton, SA
Help them in enjoying the subject rather than seeing it as a fear. Interaction with the student Ability to make the student understand the concept and steps to find the solution in an manner which is easy to…
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Tiffany

Software Dev Tutor Glynde, SA
(a) help a student to become an independent learner rather than fostering a dependency relationship (b) be part of building a growth mindset in the student (a) being able to explain concepts in a way that students understand (b) valuing whatever strengths students bring to the table (c) strong personal relationship skills that enable me…
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Aastha

Software Dev Tutor Wayville, SA
A tutor is not just a subject tutor but a mentor, a friend and, a counsellor. Having friendly conversation, helps them to open up and discuss the issues they are facing in the subject. Taking small steps and praising words, helps them build confidence. regular revision and taking assessments also clear the doubts of the students Being a mother of…
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Muhammad

Software Dev Tutor Mansfield Park, SA
1-Build a Strong Relationship 2-Set Clear Goals 3-Explain Concepts Clearly 4-Encourage Critical Thinking 5-Provide Constructive Feedback 6-Offer Guidance, Not Just Answers 7-Instill Growth Mindset: 8-Be Patient and Supportive 1- Patience 2- Listening Skills 3- Motivational Skills 4- Problem Solving 5- Effective Communication 6-…
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Pankaj

Software Dev Tutor Frewville, SA
To understand the weakness of the student and to address it with corrective action to motivate him to perform with more confidence and subject expertise while taking away the student's fear or anxiety that may come up with studies. Patience, perseverance, good listener, excellent mentoring skills, content management skills, ability to adapt to the…
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ASTROFIL HYDE

Software Dev Tutor Gepps Cross, SA
I believe that tutoring helps students to be open since most of them are shy and afraid of their teachers. The tutor could also help boost the confidence of his/her students. Lastly, I believe that tutor's guidance and help can make the impossible possible, a slow student to an honor student. I believe that my experiences as a faculty/teacher and…
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Utsav

Software Dev Tutor Windsor Gardens, SA
I believe that as a tutor, the most important thing that a tutor can do is to motivate and teach students in such a way that they enjoy it and get motivated to realise their true potential and do great in the subject. - Knowledgeable - Motivation - Communication - Caring - Analytical - Use tech for learning-teaching…
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Jan

Software Dev Tutor Woodville West, SA
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is practicing patience and empathy, and providing positive reinforcement to encourage continuous improvement. I believe that my greatest strengths lie in my patience and empathy. By being patient, I can provide the necessary support and encouragement needed to help students grasp challenging…

Local Reviews

Adam has been a wonderful tutor for Lauren not only is she catching up on her maths but her confidence has improved dramatically...
Michelle, North Adelaide

Inside ThorngateTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Ava practised skip counting and worked on structuring clear sentences for English.

In Year 9, Ethan focused on Pythagoras' Theorem and calculating the circumference of circles using step-by-step diagrams.

Meanwhile, Year 10 student Grace revised indices and surds, strengthening her understanding of both simplifying expressions with powers and working through related textbook problems.

Recent Challenges

In Year 10 Maths, one student relied heavily on a calculator for even basic arithmetic, slowing progress in algebra as noted: "Student needs to work on mental arithmetic as they rely on calculator too much."

During Year 11 Probability, another hesitated when textbook problems became more complex than standard practice drills—requiring additional explanation and after-lesson follow-up by email.

In Year 7, a reluctance to write working for division unless questions were laid out neatly led to confusion if the format changed. Each moment reflected a process block rather than lack of understanding; anxiety or formatting issues shaped how the task was tackled.

Recent Achievements

One Thorngate tutor noticed a Year 10 student who previously hesitated to tackle complex area questions now breaking down irregular shapes into rectangles and triangles on her own, using the right formulas without prompting.

In a senior session, a Year 12 student who used to get stuck on surds and powers started expanding brackets accurately after targeted practice, asking for extra examples instead of avoiding tough questions.

Meanwhile, in primary sessions, one younger student began reciting times tables aloud without relying on charts—she now asks for harder problems and completes them with growing speed each week.

What they say about our tutoring

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Being a tutor with EzyMath made tutoring students to be successful, a really comfortable and structured process. This is because as a tutor we are continually being updated on effective teaching methods through the CEP and have support throughout tutor forums. It ensures the greatest success potential for studnets.

I would highly recommend the service of ezy math tutoring. I found it  to be very professional, when first looking for a tutor  the guidance I was given made it an easy choice, our tutor was extremely helpful to our daughter and we notice improvement almost immediately, the regular reports on her progress was also beneficial,  Sue-Ellen Hope

In response to your earlier email, I am absolutely delighted with Nick.  Tabi trusts that Nick can help her and is beginning to deal with the sense of panic she builds up when confronted with problems she is not sure how to solve or techniques taught in class that she did not understand.  I can see Tabi beginning to feel more confident and she certainly feels supported by Nick.

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 Adelaide City Libraries - Tynte Street—or at your child's school (with permission), like Blackfriars Priory School.