Maths tutoring in Sydney at GEA is all about conceptual understanding.
It is not about the number of questions your child will go through, but it is about if they understand the concepts or not. Our Maths Tutoring methodology, curriculum and strategies are developed based on current research into education and cognition and follow Cognitive Load Theory, the leading theory in explicit learning.
Our Sydney Maths Tutors explain each concept at a deeper level and make sure your child understands it thoroughly. Following this, strategies are explained and demonstrated and linked to the concept tutored so your child can solve the questions with understanding.
Read more about why Maths Tutoring Matters on our recent blog.
Making sure students understand the question; the information given, the key words, and what the question is asking.
Students are taught how to plan for the solution.
Usually, the planning part is the most difficult for students. They sometimes just want to give an answer. Planning is an important skill that if it is learned at an early age, saves a lot of tutoring and a lot of struggles in the future.
Students solve the question simply by executing the plan. They will be directed by the tutors on ways to execute with minimal mistakes.
After each question, students reflect on the question solved and on what they have learned from it. This is very important as it directs some of the cognitive load in the brain towards the vital process of building schemas.
Schemas are mental structure that can be used in the future to solve similar problems. Our tutors are trained on how to facilitate this step.
Our maths tutoring Sydney curriculum is developed based on cognitive load theory and aligned with the Australian curriculum and beyond. Our courses have been specifically written to incorporate the outcomes and indicators from the Australian Curriculum for each stage of students’ learning.
All levels 1 to 8 are offered in a small tutoring group (average 5 students in a group). All Year 9 to Year 12 tutoring sessions are offered on an individual tutoring basis. GEA can also arrange any level to be tutored on an individual basis.
Offered in a 2-hour maths tutoring block per week.
This maths tutoring course is the Building Blocks of Numeracy (Stage 2). It has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 3.
At this level the foundation of mathematical knowledge and skills are laid. In addition to the main concepts and areas of maths, we introduce students to the problem-solving analytical skills. Students are introduced to the unique strategy we use for problem solving. This level incorporates the following elements
Offered in a 2-hour block per week
This course builds on the skills students are developing at school at the end of Stage 1. This program combines the following elements and has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 3.
Learn More About Year 2 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course is the Building Blocks of Numeracy (Stage 2). It has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 3.
At this level the foundation of mathematical knowledge and skills are laid. In addition to the main concepts and areas of maths, we introduce students to the problem solving analytical skills. Students are introduced to the unique strategy we use for problem solving. This level incorporates the following elements
Learn More About Year 3 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course is for students in Stage 2 extension and has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 5.
This level reinforces and strengthens the foundation of the primary curriculum outcomes. At this level students practice more techniques and are equipped with more analytical skills to be problem solvers and have solid understanding of the mathematical concepts.
Learn More About Year 4 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course is mainly for Year 5 students and advanced Year 4 students.
At this stage students are skilled to handle more complex concepts. They also get exposure to higher level of thinking skills. For students in Term 1 Year 5, this course services as an introductory course for the Selective School Program that starts in Term 2 Year 5. It has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 5.
Learn More About Year 5 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course opens the door to advanced learning in all areas of mathematics. It provides extension opportunities for capable students to explore more complex concepts in mathematics and more advanced problem solving skills. This course is designed for Year 6 students. It equips them very well for the demand of high school. It also has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 7.
Learn More About Year 6 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course supports students as they move into the domains of high school curriculum. The year 7 curriculum is highly demanding and the transition from year 6 to year 7 curriculum is quite challenging. Usually students in year 7 experience unexpected assumed knowledge and skills. The year 7 program supports students and take them through the concepts and the skills they need to possess with ease and understanding. It also has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 7.
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
This course in essence contains the same fundamental elements of the year 8, yet explores beyond this to encourage students to develop more independent proficiency to become more skilful as problem solvers. The outcomes set for each of these elements also link to the Australian Curriculum. It also has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN Year 9.
Learn More About Year 8 Maths Tutoring
Offered in a 2-hour block per week.
Our Year 9 course focuses on the conceptual understanding of all Mathematics areas to ensure that students are fully confident in their mathematics ability. The year 9 course is written to include all the syllabus outcomes. Students gets a vast exposure to all the concepts and techniques based on their level. They are also empowered by analytical skills and problem solving strategies. It also has all the components that are tested in NAPLAN TutoringYear 9.
Learn More About Year 9 Maths Tutoring
Our course consolidates students’ knowledge and gives them a head start for Year 10.
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I began my career in engineering, computer science and corporate education and have followed my interest in education by teaching Mathematics since 1985. I also have experience as a numeracy coordinator in a primary school. I have taught HSC Mathematics from General to Extension and taught support classes for Maths students with learning difficulties. I have recent experience teaching International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Maths (IB MYP Maths) and I am a member of the Mathematical Association of NSW (MANSW). In addition, I have taught Mathematics to university level and have taught Science and Computer Science to Stage 5 students.I am interested in using available research evidence to bring effectiveness into the classroom and to promote student confidence and understanding.
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I have experience teaching a wide range of subjects including Maths, Chemistry, Physics and Junior Science. I spent many years as a Head of Science in a high school and I am passionate about teaching and lifelong learning.I am aware of the need for quality teaching and I promote a quality teaching environment. As part of this, I have high expectations of my students and I offer extension activities to address their strengths and talents. I make sure my lessons are well-planned while giving importance to a variety of learning strategies.I develop and implement strategies, which allow students to further develop their skills, grow knowledge and increase understanding of the topic. I always use a wide range of practical activities, which are interesting and enjoyable for junior students with the aim of developing a comprehensive level of both skill and knowledge. I aim for the development of students as independent workers and encourage them to achieve their full potential.
“Being wrong isn’t a bad thing. It is an opportunity to learn.” – Richard Feynman
Hi, my name is James Cullen and I am a tutor and a physicist. I have 8 years’ experience tutoring every level of high school mathematics. I believe having a solid understanding of mathematics and problem solving is essential for high academic achievement and for making informed decisions in all facets of life. Thus, I aim to teach my students in a way that fosters mathematical and logical thinking to maximise their results in high school and beyond.
“Intelligence plus character- that is the goal of true education” – Martin Luther King Jr
Hi, my name is Kosta and I am a tutor and scientist. I have about 8 years experience tutoring various levels of high school Mathematics and Science. I have a genuine love of learning and discovery- something which I hope to pass on to the students I teach. Not only is it fun to learn, but I believe that education is one of the most important aspects of life, and something that positively affects the individual and society overall.
“It is not knowledge, but the act of learning, not possession but the act of getting there, which grants the greatest enjoyment.” – Carl Friedrich Gauss
Andrew is a dedicated maths teacher with over 20 years classroom experience. He has taught at Waverley College and in the Foundation program for international students at UNSW Global. Possessing a deep love for maths and complex problem solving, his engaging and visual teaching style makes learning fun for all abilities.He has taught the Australian Mathematics Trust enrichment classes, tutored at the prestigious National Mathematics Summer School at ANU, taught up to HSC Mathematics Ext II and tutored at Sydney University.From 2011 to 2013, Andrew worked with Dr Majeda Awawdeh writing and critically reviewing materials for the ICAS Mathematics tests which are held in 41 countries.Having taught many students from non-English speaking backgrounds, Andrew is able to communicate sophisticated concepts using diagrams and simple language. He believes that the role of the teacher is not just to give the answers, but to point students in the right direction at each blockage in understanding so they may find the solution for themselves.
Our maths tutoring caters for students who want to get a head of the game and be on the top of the class as well as the ones who seek to be comfortable in the class. Also for parents who are seeking a different type of tutoring. They want their child to learn how to think and how to problem solve.
Our students consistently exceed expectations, becoming better and more creative in their learning. We recognise the power of collaboration between teachers, tutors, parents and students to set our learners up for success – whether that means reaching a personal best or top ranks year on year. Our approach nurtures an educational environment based on growth mindset beliefs towards achievement across internal assessments as well as external examinations!
If a student has an untapped potential our expert tutors will identify that potential and we can put them on pathway to prepare for OC test, Selective test, scholarship test or gifted classes. Our maths tutoring unlocks your child’s full potential.
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