Private tutoring · Sydney & online

Most students aren't behind. They're missing one keystone.

A student who "can't do maths" is usually a student who missed fractions in Year 5 — and everything built on top of it wobbled. We find that missing piece, rebuild it properly, and marks follow. One-on-one at your home, online, or in small groups — Years 3 through to the HSC.

No lock-in contracts. The first assessment is free and there's no obligation to continue.

THE KEYSTONE

In an arch, one stone at the top locks every other stone in place. Remove it and the whole structure fails. Learning works the same way — which is why we start by finding the keystone skill, not by piling on more homework.

WWCC-verified tutorsEvery tutor holds a current Working With Children Check.
NSW syllabus alignedLessons follow what your child is actually being assessed on.
Progress report every lessonYou'll never have to ask "so… how's it going?"
Your schedule, not oursAfternoons, evenings, weekends — we work around your family.
Three ways to learn

Pick the format that fits your child — not the other way around.

Some kids focus best at their own desk. Some open up more over a screen. Some need a bit of friendly competition. You can switch formats any time.

1-on-1 home tutoring

Your tutor travels to you. No driving, no waiting rooms — just a lesson at your own table where your child is most comfortable, and where you can see exactly what they're working on. Also available as holiday and exam intensives.

Best for: maximum convenience, younger students, and kids who focus best in familiar surroundings.

Online 1-on-1 tutoring

Live lessons with an experienced tutor and interactive digital learning tools. Same tutor, same structure, no travel time — learn from anywhere, and every worked example is saved to revisit before exams.

Best for: high schoolers, students outside our home-visit area, and flexible scheduling in packed weeks.

Small group tutoring

A small group of peers at a similar level, working through the same material together. It's collaborative and engaging — kids explain ideas to each other, which is often when things finally click — at a lower cost per student.

Best for: siblings, friends studying the same subject, and families wanting more sessions for the same budget.
Subjects & year levels

Years 3 through to the HSC, one tutor at a time.

Every program is built around the NSW syllabus and your child's actual school assessments — not a generic workbook.

Primary

Years 3–6
  • Reading & comprehension
  • Writing & spelling
  • Mathematics fundamentals
  • NAPLAN preparation
  • OC & selective school prep

High school

Years 7–10
  • Mathematics
  • English
  • Science
  • Study skills & NAPLAN preparation
  • Assessment task support

Senior & HSC

Years 11–12
  • Maths Standard, Advanced & Extension
  • English Standard & Advanced
  • Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
  • Trial & HSC exam preparation
  • Essay & long-response coaching
Reviews
★★★★★

"Thanks to Josh and his teaching style, I managed to get a Distinction with my English mid-term with his custom worksheets."

Isabella P.Year 7 high school student
★★★★★

"Josh's tutoring style really made sense for my daughter and aligned well with what she's currently learning at school, making the material much more engaging for her."

Priya K.Parent of a Year 6 student
Email from a parent: Please see attached Rory's report for this semester. He's improved in leaps and bounds which we're pleased with.

Received by email from a Keystone parent

Common questions

The things parents ask us before booking.

How do I know the tutor will be safe and reliable?

Every Keystone tutor holds a current NSW Working With Children Check, which you're welcome to verify. For home visits, you'll receive your tutor's details before the first lesson, and a parent or carer is always welcome to sit in — especially for the first few sessions.

What if the tutor isn't a good fit for my child?

Tell us after any lesson and we'll rematch you at no cost. Personality fit matters as much as subject knowledge — a brilliant tutor a child doesn't warm to won't get results, and we'd rather rematch early than waste your term.

How much does tutoring cost?

Rates depend on the format and year level — small groups cost less per student than one-on-one, and online is priced below home visits. You'll get exact pricing at your free assessment, before you commit to anything, and there are no lock-in contracts or hidden fees.

How soon will we see results?

Most families notice a shift in attitude — less resistance to homework, more willingness to attempt hard questions — within the first three or four weeks. Measurable improvement in school results typically follows within a term, and your weekly reports let you track it the whole way.

What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule a lesson?

Life with kids is unpredictable. Give us 24 hours' notice and we'll reschedule at no charge. Recurring times can also be adjusted between terms as sport, music and everything else shifts around.

My child says they don't want a tutor. Will this still work?

This is more common than you'd think, and it's usually not laziness — it's a child protecting themselves from feeling behind again. That's exactly why the first session is a low-pressure assessment rather than a lesson. Most reluctant students change their mind after experiencing one session where things actually make sense.

Find your child's keystone this week.

Book a free 30-minute assessment. You'll walk away knowing exactly where the gap is and what it will take to close it — whether or not you book a single lesson with us.

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