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STATE RANK TUTORING❗100% B6 Rate❗ 4+ Yrs Tutoring Experience❗Multiple state-rank students❗English Literature Degree❗
Hey, I'm Uzair Rizwan, Founder and Owner of Ascentia Academy. We are a tutoring boutique providing comprehensive, quality education for all HSC subjects - only hiring state rankers who are passionate, driven and want to make an impact on students that last beyond school. Check out our programs and team of comprehensive tutors by searching up 'Ascentia Academy' - we look forward to hearing from you and helping you excel and hit your academic goals!
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Let me tell you a little bit about my story: I graduated from Alpha Omega Senior college, currently ranked the 21st school in NSW (also 2nd in the state for Eng Adv), ranking 1st in Advanced English. Driven by a love for English, I've gone on to pursue a double degree of IT/Arts (with a major in Literature and minor in Creative Writing) and also have been tutoring professionally for the past four years.
I'm proud to share that I've produced numerous state-rank calibre students: my student in 2024 achieved a 49/50 in 3U English (SR mark), whilst in 2023, my student achieved a 98 in Adv Eng and placed 8th in the state, also achieving a 49/50 in 3U English (SR mark). In 2022, a student of mine achieved a 97 in Adv Eng (SR mark) whilst another achieved a 49/50 in 3U English (SR mark).
Now, with 4+ years of experience tutoring English, professional teaching experience with Prelim/HSC cohorts, and my experience pursuing an English Literature degree (driven by my immense passion for English) it's fair to say I'm more than proficiently equipped to help you tackle the cryptic mystery of a subject that is English.
My passion for reading and my English degree translates into having read and covered nearly every single prescribed text, making me well-suited for teaching all texts. On top of this as I am undergoing a degree in literature, I understand how the mind of a HSC marker works and what English teachers (who have completed English degrees) look for in high quality essays.
Please don't hesitate to contact me for any inquiries!
🎓 Academic Achievements:
📍 English Advanced: 1st internally (98% overall)
📍 Oxford University scholarship for essay-writing
📍Multiple state-rank calibre students
📍100% B6 rate for English Advanced and Extension
📍 Consistent HD's and distinctions in a literature degree
📍 UNSW LAT (Law Admissions Test): 99th Percentile
I'm also happy to help with other subjects, academic queries, navigating Uni degrees/career paths and exams such as the UCAT/LAT. As both a tutor and mentor, it is my personal philosophy to aid my students not only in English, but in their holistic approach to HSC, including their study and mental preparation. My students see me as someone who not only elevates their grades and study skills, but also as a source of guidance and someone to rely on as they navigate HSC and life in general.
🏅 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬: (100% B6 Rate for Eng Adv)
2024
T: 96 Eng Adv, 99.70 ATAR
L: 95 Eng Adv, 99.85 ATAR
A: 95 Eng Adv, 99.80 ATAR, Dux of FSHS
V: 94 Eng Adv, 49/50 3U, 99.70 ATAR
H: 94 Eng Adv, 5th in state for Ancient History, 99.60 ATAR
Z: 93 Eng Adv, 12th in state for Business Studies, 99.40 ATAR
2023
W: 98 Eng Adv 8th in the state, 3rd in the state for Modern History, 49/50 3U, 99.95 ATAR, Dux of NSB
M: 96 Eng Adv, 48/50 3U, 99.85 ATAR
R: 95 Eng Adv, 46/50 3U, 99.75 ATAR
H: 94 Eng Adv, 9th in the state for Chemistry, 99.90 ATAR, Dux of AFC
R: 94 Eng Adv, 99.75 ATAR
A: 92 Eng Adv, 99.70 ATAR, Dux of CHS
2022
J: 97 Eng Adv (state-rank equivalent), 99.45 ATAR
R: 96 Eng Adv, 99.45 ATAR, Dux of PHS
D: 94 Eng Adv, 99.85 ATAR
J: 92 Eng Adv, 99.70 ATAR, Dux of NHS
L: 91 Eng Adv, 49/50 3U (state-rank equivalent), 99.5 ATAR
K: 91 Eng Adv, 99.40 ATAR, Dux of JEHS
📚 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤:
Students will get complimentary access to my personal bank of state-rank exemplars, top-tier notes, scaffolds and more for English.
📊 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠:
If you need something marked on a short time span and quality feedback, PM me so we can arrange a price. For arranging workshops please PM me so we can arrange a venue, price, group size, etc.
Small group (2-5 students): $90-65/hr (negotiable based on group size/location)
1 on 1 online: $150/hr online
Achievements
- Offered 50% scholarship at Oxford University for English Literature course (50% scholarship)
- Macquarie University High Performance Award in English Literature (2022, 2021)
- Award for Excellence (Rank 1) in English Advanced (2021, 2020)
- 99th Percentile UNSW Law Admissions Test (2021)
- Rank 1 internally with a 98% overall at AOSC
- Check us out at: ascentiaacademy.com.au
Education
Completed Year 12. Over halfway through an English Literature degree Working With Children Check
Interests
- Reading
- Gym
- Poetry
Reviews
Throughout the course of my HSC year, I found Uzair's expertise, guidance and feedback imperative in my achievements. He was supportive, knowledgeable and more than willing to dedicate special sessions tailored towards my goals and ambitions. He played a crucial and pivotal role in my HSC English journey, and it's safe to say that his guidance greatly helped me flourish and excel.
Wilson T. on 31st January 2024
Amidst the challenges of his hectic schedule, Uzair surpassed the role of a typical tutor, emerging as a true pillar of support in my educational journey. His profound guidance and constructive feedback allowed me to secure top positions in both English Advanced and English Extension. Uzair's unwavering commitment to my success and genuine friendship made the learning experience not only effective but also enjoyable, so I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an English tutor who goes above and beyond in order to help students unlock their full potential!
Mike on 18th January 2024
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Around Baulkham Hills
Around Parramatta
Around Hurstville
Around North Sydney
Around Chatswood
Travel policy
For in-person classes, travel and travelling prices are negotiable depending on each student's case (distance, individual/group tutoring, etc.)