What parents have to say about tutoring from AHeadStart.
“Hi Melanie
Having Aria as Mackenzie's tutor for Maths has been the best decision - it has made a huge difference to her understanding of the topic. This has shown up in her confidence and been reflected in her grades at school. One to one lessons has been the great benefit compared to the classroom where she struggled to get the teachers attention for most of the year. Mackenzie did well in her internal geometric reasoning exam and felt confident going into the end of year exam - however she said it was a strange exam compared to what they had been learning so end results will tell.
So please give Aria a huge thank you and we would love to have her time again next year. Overall I am pleased with your service and the reports provide Mackenzie with great support.
So best wishes for the end of the year and I will re-enrol for next year.
Many thanks, Bronwyn”
Mackenzie’s mother Bronwyn, November 2016
Year 11, Mathematics
"Awesome. Thanks Melanie. Ruby got her maths result from last term and got excellence so we are thrilled with Robert and the work they are doing. Thank you."
Ruby’s mother Keryn, May 2014
Year 12, Biology & Mathematics
“Jeremy is a great tutor for Lorna – it is a great match and she has done superbly this year, gaining full excellences in all standards. They relate very well, and I would like her to continue with him next year.”
Lorna’s mother Jane, September 2015
Year 11, Level 2 Mathematics
“Anna was simply fabulous! An amazing tutor with such energy and personality! My children are both hoping they can secure her again this year. As Madeline said she made learning seem fun!! (:”
Madeline’s mother Louisa, January 2016
Year 10, Mathematics & Science
"Anna was delightful! Madeline seemed relaxed with her, they appeared to be having fun whilst focusing and working hard together, so I am thrilled! There was lots of positive energy which Madeline thrives on as she is quite outgoing by nature. Thank you."
Madeline’s mother Louisa, July 2015
Year 10, Mathematics
“Hi Melanie,
We could not be happier with the service you and Hayden have provided for both Ella and Jacob.
I have, and will continue, to highly recommend your service to others.
We wish you and yours, a safe, happy and restful holiday season!
Kind regards, Adele”
Ella’s and Jacob’s mother Adele, December 2016
Year 12 & Year 13, Mathematics & Physics
“I am very pleased with Mathew’s progress and I know he feels the same. Aaron has definitely changed Mathew’s attitude towards English. I know Mathew feels more confident heading towards exam time with the confidence he has gained with Aaron. Thank you so much to Aaron.”
Mathew’s mother Andrea, October 2015
Year 11, English
“Please thank the tutors very much from both Josh and myself. Josh has said they have been incredibly helpful over this past year, the difference between Merit and Excellence.
Thank you for your assistance over the past years with both Josh and Matt, it has been invaluable.
Kind Regards, Cate”
Josh’s mother Cate, November 2016
Year 13, Calculus & Statistics
“The tuition was excellent and believe it really helped my son to achieve the best level he could. Dion's results did improve thru the year with tuition. I think he would have struggled without it. I'd like to say thanks!”
Dion’s mother Andrea, January 2016
Year 13, Calculus & Chemistry
“Ruby wanted to achieve a good result in accounting as she was struggling with low achieved or not achieved scores.
In her NCEA Lvl 1 externals she got 2 merits and 1 excellence. Joe was amazing and in 10 weeks she learnt more than a whole year in the class room.
Her maths was always good but needed help with the end of year subject. She achieved Merits and got Maths Lvl 1 endorsed in Merit."
Ruby’s mother Keryn, January 2014
Year 11, Accounting & Mathematics
“I just wanted to say thanks for organising to have Jordan come to tutor Ben over the past few months. He has been very helpful. He was very professional, got straight on with the job, and related well with Ben.
Thank you for everything. I would not hesitate to recommend your service to all."
Ben’s mother Nikhola, November 2013
Year 11, Mathematics
"I think Supun has already let you know his results. He has been awarded Merit endorsement for Chemistry. I am happy with the other subjects as well. Finally he has achieved University entrance for Engineering which I dreamed. This is the path I wanted Supun to show to go ahead and to achieve. Your teaching, your efforts and encouragements was a huge factor Supun to gain this. So thank you very much and much appreciate this."
Supun’s father Rohana, January 2012
Year 13, Level 3 Calculus, Chemistry & Physics
"Kathleen went from 'giving up' to 'give it a go'. She was amazed and relieved to find she could understand the work."
Kathleen’s father John, December 2009
Year 13, Level 3 Physics
"Henry seems to be enjoying meeting up with Cameron and think that the match is a pretty good fit. I like the looks of the spreadsheets they are doing, especially the "changing modifiers" one, as this is what Henry tends to do in his writing (and his speech when he is describing an event/experience). Cameron said "it's all there, he just needs to slow down" which is exactly what his teachers are saying, so Cameron is working on some techniques to help him slow down and produce better quality work."
Henry’s mother Maree, August 2015
Year 5, English
“Hi Melanie… Thank you for this report. Excellent feedback from Anna, she is doing just great work with our Sarah, they get along really well. Anna’s ability to motivate Sarah is fabulous!
Best regards Bev”
Sarah’s mother Bev, February 2016
Year 11, Mathematics
"Sophie I'm sure has gained a good deal from her tutorials, even if just increased confidence in her abilities. Helena was a good match for her and very flexible with times etc."
Sophie’s mother Kirstie, November 2014
Year 11, Mathematics
“Clare's science and English internal assessment standard scores both improved. Her tutor is very keen to understand and support her with her new learning disability diagnosis which we are very grateful for.”
Clare’s mother, January 2016
Year 11, English & Science
“Hayden has been amazing. Morgan is a much more confident boy with his studies :)”
Morgan’s mother Joyce, October 2016
Year 11, Mathematics & Science
"Just by having 4 or 5 one to one sessions with Melanie, Jack's confidence and understanding of the subject was increased enormously. Jack has said he felt confident with his answers but would not have if he hadn't had the tuition. Thank you Melanie."
Jack’s mother Karen, December 2009
Year 11 Biology, Chemistry & Physics
“Jake had a very positive opinion of his first tutorial. He did say that he liked the way Hayden explained things and they seemed to have a good rapport.
Thank you very much for your assistance and we are very confident that this arrangement will be very beneficial for Jake.”
Jacob’s mother Adele, April 2016
Year 13, Calculus & Physics
"Thanks for all the help you have given Sam. You have done a great job and have a lovely way of teaching."
Sam’s grandmother Jackie, December 2012
Year 13, Level 3 Statistics
“She has done exceptionally well this year in maths, gaining a school prize for maths in the year 12 cohort when she is a very young year 11! She has really enjoyed the tutorials and she and Jeremy seem to be a good fit.”
Lorna’s mother Jane, November 2015
Year 11, Level 2 Mathematics
“Tuition with Hamish was fantastic - thank you. Sophia said he explained things really well and was able to answer her questions. She even came back enthusiastic and explained to us how you calculate the charge of elements in the periodic table! We would like to keep the Monday sessions with him.”
Sophia’s father Greg, October 2015
Year 11, Science
"Melanie had exactly the right approach to engage Elsie about Maths. We all enjoyed Wednesday nights - and Elsie made real progress. Her confidence and enjoyment of the subject improved and she got improved test results - having struggled to "get" maths all the way through High School."
Elsie’s mother Mary-Anne, December 2009
Year 12, Level 2 Mathematics
"Just wanted to say how thrilled we are with Caitlin's tuition. In addition to the skills and knowledge she has helped Josh acquire she has given him a lot more confidence. We are very grateful to Caitlin and the service you provide."
Josh’s mother Lynnette, October 2013
Year 12, Biology & Chemistry
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