Thisal P.

Hi, I’m Thisal Pathirana. I’m currently studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Robotics and Mechatronics) at UNSW, and I offer online Mathematics tutoring for students in Years 5–7. I understand that every student learns differently. Some need support to build strong foundations and catch up with classwork, while others want to get ahead and feel challenged. My approach is to meet each student where they’re at, then help them grow their confidence and skills step by step—with clear explanations, lots of practice, and a calm, supportive learning environment. In high school, I was an academic scholar at Elizabeth Moir Senior School in Sri Lanka and achieved 4 A* results (equivalent to an ATAR around 99.95). I’m also a UNSW Scientia Scholarship recipient (awarded for ATAR 99.90+). Along the way, I gained lots of experience explaining concepts to others through peer tutoring, including being part of my school’s peer tutoring program—so I know how to break down difficult topics into simple, easy-to-follow steps. My lessons are interactive and student-friendly. Online sessions use screen-sharing and a digital whiteboard so students can clearly see worked examples and ask questions at any time. We focus on understanding first (not just memorising), then build speed and accuracy with targeted questions, homework help, and exam-style practice where appropriate. If you’re after a patient tutor who can break down Maths clearly and help your student build real confidence, I’d be happy to chat and see how I can support them.