tutoring
1:1 hsc english tutoring
framework-based coaching from someone who has taught 500+ students to band 6.
most tutoring gives students more content to memorise.
that is not the problem. students who struggle in hsc english already know the content — they struggle to decide what matters under time pressure and structure their thinking in real time.
this is a frameworks problem. i teach the underlying systems that let students apply what they know to any question, not just the one they practised.
not in a "here's a template" way, but in a "why does this actually score higher?" way.
- graduated sydney boys '24
- 2+ years private tutoring + centre experience
- took 4u english for fun
i'm based in hurstville — i love you but i ain't trekking to epping or castle hill. online works fine if you're far.
1:1 session
years 7–12 · english · advanced · ext 1 & 2 · eald
who this is for
- years 7–12 in english, advanced, extension 1 or 2, eald, or standard
- students who understand content but freeze in exams
- students who want to learn how to think, not just what to write
- students aiming for band 5 or 6
who this is not for
- students who want essays written for them
- students wanting generic tips and tricks
- students in other subjects (maths, science, etc.) — i can refer you elsewhere
- students who will not engage actively between sessions
faq
- where are sessions held?
- online via zoom, or in person at a location that works for both of us. when you book in person, enter your preferred suburb — i'll confirm whether it's workable before the session.
- what subjects do you tutor?
- english for years 7–10, english standard, english advanced, extension 1, extension 2, and eald. i do not tutor maths or other subjects — if you need a maths tutor i can refer you to friends who do.
- when can i book?
- weeknights and weekends. the booking page shows my live availability so you pick an actual open slot.
- how is this different from a generic tutor?
- i teach frameworks, not content. most tutors give you more information. i teach you a system for deciding what matters and how to write under pressure.
- what is your refund policy?
- if you are not satisfied after a session, i will refund it — no questions asked.
not ready for 1:1? the resources page has annotated exemplar essays you can work through on your own.
same frameworks, self-paced, a fraction of the cost.