Catherine B.

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Tutoring near Hornsby, Sydney, NSW & Chatswood, Sydney, NSW

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$100 per hour

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  • One-to-one tuition
  • Group tuition
  • Online help

Subjects

Year 11
Year 12

About

| NEW ENGLISH SYLLABUS | 1ST RANK HSC ENGLISH ADVANCED AT HORNSBY GIRLS | English Specialist Tutor Hi! My name is Catherine and I am a 2019 graduate from Hornsby Girls High School as an All-Rounders with an ATAR of 99.15. Across 2020 to 2024, I am pleased to announce that a majority of my Year 12 students have achieved the TOP BAND in HSC English Advanced (Band 6), with one student achieving a STATE RANK and many receiving an ATAR OVER 99. Being a part of one of the ONLY cohorts that has completed the new English syllabus and ranking 1 internally, I have a comprehensive grasp of both the course and what markers are really looking for. I am able to equip students with the necessary skills to do well through developing the student's skills, providing resources and in-depth and critical feedback on essays. I have vast experience in teaching and even throughout Year 12 provided English Masterclasses to my grade. This played a role in Hornsby ranking second in the state for Advanced English with more than half the cohort achieving Band 6's. I will tailor lessons according to each student’s needs, strengthening their foundations and breaking down texts so it’s easier to understand. Whilst developing effective exam technique and addressing any areas of concern through a results-driven approach, I will focus on the rigorous and often neglected specifics of the HSC English course to ensure that my students stand out from the rest. I believe that English is a fundamental subject in the HSC and that students must build a strong foundation to succeed. In fully understanding the demands of the course, I am able to offer effective help to students. **Currently only offering ONLINE lessons due to COVID-19** Feel free to contact me (Contact me for updated availabilities!) Good luck with your studies!

Achievements

  • HSC All Rounder
  • HSC Distinguished Achiever
  • English: Rank 1 (internally)
  • Economics: Rank 3 (internally)
  • School Vice-Captain
  • Academic Excellence Award (Hornsby Girls High School)(2019)
  • Maritime Union of Australia Eliot V. Elliott Prize (University of Sydney)(2020)
  • 180 Degrees Consulting: Project Leader (previously an Events Director and Project Consultant), collaborated with MBB firms to deliver social impact strategies for not-for-profit organisations (2021-22)

Education

Year 12 completed in 2019.

Mark achieved: 99.15(not verified).

Currently studying B. Vision Science/M. Clinical Optometry at The University of New South Wales.

Reviews

Catherine is a brilliant tutor who was a major reason for my state ranking in the HSC English. Without her, I definitely would not of done so well. Throughout Year 12, she integrated practice for final exams, which helped my success in them while also assisting me with the assessments and school work, which was an enormous help.
Frida Meares on 28th January 2023
Without a doubt, Catherine is an extremely high-quality tutor I would recommend for any Year 12 English Advanced students. Throughout the year her attention to detail, experience, and intelligence were invaluable to my achievement of a 99+ ATAR and an English Band Six. Her enthusiasm, patience, and positivity helped improve my skills, knowledge, and enjoyment for a subject I previously dreaded (as well as the occasional help for HSC Economics). Her personal insight into the HSC journey and commitment to my own development is something I much appreciated. I would highly recommend Catherine for any English students of all levels!
Lachlan H on 21st January 2022
Catherine was really friendly and a great tutor. She was flexible over what we went over each lesson and felt I was always getting the most out of them. Over the course of year 12, Catherine's consistent and patient teaching style helped me to became more confident in my essay writing abilities to the point where I could write a quality essay independently. My teachers had also noticed and commented on my improved writing over the year. Would highly recommend!
Aaron Gray on 21st January 2022
Catherine tutored me primarily for English Advanced for the HSC. Not only is Catherine highly skilled and knowledgeable, but she was also very supportive throughout the duration of the course and allowed me to move up by 13 ranks in my english cohort. She assisted in my essay structure and the eloquence and cohesiveness of my work, as well as my analysis of texts and consolidating my knowledge in preparation for exams. Her feedback toward my work was exceptionally detailed, which tremendously improved the quality of my internal assignments. I would not have achieved the mark I had without her time and effort! Catherine was also very accommodating towards lesson timing and her kind and positive attitude allowed me to enjoy english- I would highly recommend Catherine for anyone wishing to markedly improve their english performance.
Freyja P on 18th January 2021
Effective, supportive and patient, Catherine played a major role in my success in the HSC. My internal English rank increased by 15 places after starting lessons with her - I graduated with a 99.50+ ATAR as a result. I could not have achieved this without her, and I recommend her to all students. I am sure that she will be the perfect tutor to enhance your English performance!
Lily on 11th January 2021

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Around Hornsby

Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Around Chatswood

Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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