What parents have to say about tutoring from AHeadStart.
“It was a great help to Grace. It gave her more confidence with exams and she passed her MCAT which she had been concerned previously that she may not. There were particular aspects also of the curriculum that were specifically letting her down in exams and she was able to get a greater understanding of these areas.”
Grace’s mother Pam, January 2016
Year 11, Mathematics
“Thank you for your kind wishes to Charlie. He is quietly confident for a good result! Our thanks to James also. We were very happy with the quality of his tuition.”
Charlie’s mother Margaret, November 2015
Year 13, Calculus
“I have been very happy with the progress Henry has been making and finding the tutoring very beneficial for him. He seems to connect well with Jackson.”
Henry’s mother Tracey, September 2015
Year 10, English & Mathematics
“I felt the help Anna received was invaluable and has made a positive contribution to her general development in both maturity , conscious application of concepts grasped and reflective appraisal of own work. Extremely rewarding to see and of immense worth to Anna and her self-esteem.”
Anna’s mother, January 2016
Year 12, Biology & Mathematics
"Rachel became more and more confident after each lesson. The one-on-one tutoring helped her to build on the knowledge she had (or didn't have) and apply that to the exam questions."
Rachel’s mother Elizabeth, December 2009
Year 13, Level 3 Chemistry, Physics & Statistics
“Grace came out buzzing from her first session with Kyle, the 1-1 format really works for her and she was very happy. She walked in the door and went straight to her room to start some of her homework for the week!! So we are very happy thank you. I think this is going to be really beneficial for her so thanks again :-)”
Grace’s mother Pam, August 2015
Year 11, Mathematics
“Ben was nervous initially. Afterwards he said it was really good and he felt relieved and a little bit excited that he finally understood it.”
Ben’s mother Sarah, October 2015
Year 11, Science
“Jade was rapt with her first lesson with Amelia, thanks soooo much.”
Jade’s mother Sherie, September 2015
Year 11, Mathematics
"[We found it helpful] that our tutor Michelle, was more than business - she was REALLY interested in our daughter, her experience at school, her progress, how she related to her teachers.
She also taught how to look at the problem from another angle or another way, until you find one that makes sense to you."
Olivia’s mother Allie, January 2014
Year 9, Mathematics
"Yes, Alex came home buzzing. She really wants to do well in her exams later this year. Sadly for her, her results in the mock exams were disappointing.
So after her first English tutorial yesterday, she is already feeling a lot more confident and is a happier person. Many thanks for organising Paula."
Alex’s mother Cassandra, September 2013
Year 11, English
“Please pass my thanks on to James. Thanks to his help, Jess feels more confident and feels like she has done well in both her statistics and Physics exams.
Thanks and have a great Xmas. Clare”
Jess’s mother Clare, December 2016
Year 12, Mathematics & Physics
“Alex has achieved a greater understanding of Physics thanks to working with Emma. It has taken her from not achieving in Term One to full internal Excellence results for the balance of the year. So please pass onto Emma our thanks for working with Alex throughout most of 2016. Picking Physics up for the first time in year 13 was a challenge.
Kind regards, Karen”
Alexandra’s mother Karen, October 2016
Year 13, Physics
"Hamish did much better than we expected with his Economics exam.
All indications from parent interview/school reports were that Hamish was struggling. So, I suspect these results are a result of the excellent work Alexandria has been doing with Hamish. Please thank her. She has a lovely personable manner as well."
Hamish's mother Fiona, August 2025
Year 12 Economics
“Thank you for your excellent tutoring service and support of Ben over the past couple years.”
Ben’s mother Anya, November 2015
Year 13, Statistics
"The session went really well thanks. Molly said Cameron was great answering her questions and that he communicated really well the answers. She said it was very helpful"
Molly’s mother Pip, September 2014
Year 12, English
“Leading up to the MCAT exam, Megan was still really confused and school was not offering anything in the way of tutorials. After 2 sessions with AHeadStart Megan felt she had enough understanding to pass the exam, and she actually achieved merit.”
Megan’s mother Donna, January 2014
Year 11, Level 1 Mathematics
"Sarah has been wonderful for Nicole and so patient. She has come a long way and has had a good attitude and self-belief which is showing in her work."
Nicole’s mother Alison, October 2013
Year 11 English, Mathematics & Science
"Daisy's exams seem to have gone well so far. Helena has made a huge difference to her knowledge and confidence and Daisy has approached her learning and the exams with little anxiety."
Daisy’s mother Lorelei, November 2014
Year 11, Chemistry, Mathematics & Physics
"Thanks heaps for all the great work you have done with Bryony over the last 3 years. She has really enjoyed working with you, and you can certainly take credit for her results so far. I think you have a great way of relating to her, and getting the best from her in a non-threatening way. I wish you well for the future."
Bryony’s mother Paula, December 2012
Year 13, Level 3 Chemistry, Physics & Statistics
"Nick has thoroughly enjoyed his tutor Daniel and learnt plenty. It was well worth the time and effort. Please pass onto Daniel our gratitude. Thanks for your services."
Nick’s mother Anthea, November 2014
Year 13, Physics
"Issey has found her time with Jackson really valuable. He has been a superb tutor for her and they have managed to cover a lot of ground. We hope to use AHeadStart again next year."
Issey’s mother Robyn, November 2014
Year 11, English, Science & Mathematics
"Mikayla absolutely adored Laura and James, they were both so amazing and helped her so much. I know they really had to work hard in getting Mikayla up to scratch and without their help she would not have been able to get through this year, so I am incredibly grateful for all their hard work and for your service that you offer!"
Mikayla’s mother Leeann, November 2014
Year 11, English & Mathematics
“Thanks so much for the wonderful service to Emerson- we have been very impressed. And Emerson really enjoyed being tutored by Jackson.”
Emerson’s mother Tracey, November 2015
Year 13, Biology & Chemistry
"I am so happy to have had Paula working with Abbie today, she is awesome! She had the session well worked out and kept Abbie involved and interested.
As you know I have been worried that Abbie is missing out on some basic foundation steps in maths and spelling. I now feel reenergized (how's MY spelling?) to work with Abbie myself through the week following Paula’s' lead on the Wednesday.
So many thanks."
Abbie’s mother Pam, May 2013
Year 3, English & Mathematics
“Hello Melanie,
Thanks to you & Amelia for all your help with Neve. Her Chemistry & Physics have improved dramatically! Neve walked into the exam on Monday with confidence and is proud of her achievements and hard work. She really enjoyed going to tutoring with Amelia as she made it easy to understand and helped build her confidence in the subject.
Neve's looking at Year 12 Biology next year so will be keen to continue with AHeadStart in the new year.
Thanks again.
Cheers Shirene :)”
Neve’s mother Shirene, November 2016
Year 11, Science
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