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Need a boost in learning? I can help you become 'big brain' ?

Call me "Garth of the Asian Five" or "Renaissance Man", as my Knox School Principal once did ?
I've had the privilege of helping people on their paths towards becoming doctors and brain surgeons ??.

I tutor subjects like Reading, English, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Maths Methods, and Specialist Maths—as well as many others. I work with all primary and secondary year levels, VCE (and can do HSC and others), beyond into tertiary, and I serve students of all ages in and out of schools.

What are your goals? What do you want to achieve? I’ll help you get there.

I enjoy sharing knowledge, understanding, and skills, and I tailor my help to fit your needs—whether it’s working through your textbooks and worksheets or creating custom resources just for you.

? I’m available daytimes and evenings in the week, and Saturday nights and Sunday on the weekend.
? Call, SMS or WhatsApp me on 0438 773 235 and we’ll book a time that suits.
? You can also find me on Facebook:
facebook.com/tutorDrG
facebook.com/TutorGarth

I also offer online tutoring. For first-time online sessions, I kindly ask for payment in advance. Just message me and we’ll chat about how I can best support your learning.

And if you’ve got an unusual subject—don’t hesitate to ask. I’ll give almost anything a go! ?

Contact

Experience

With over 27 years of recent tutoring experience and a lifelong passion for helping others learn, I offer support across a wide range of subjects.

I’ve tutored students in VCE Specialist Maths, Maths Methods, Further Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, Psychology, Legal Studies, and English. I also offer tutoring in Music Theory and many other subjects; please ask me ?.

Beyond VCE, I’ve supported first-year university students in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Maths, assisted a Master’s student in Psychology, helped several students with Nursing Calculations, and prepared candidates for entry into the police force.

I tutor students of all ages—primary through secondary—and in all subjects. I'm also open to learning new material to ensure I can teach you exactly what you need to succeed.

Qualifications

?? Academic Background & Qualifications ??

? VCE ENTER Score: 99.00 ?
Achieved high study scores across all subjects:
? Mathematical Methods: 45/50 ?
? Specialist Maths: 45/50 ?
? Physics: 45/50 ?
? Chemistry: 43/50 ?
? English: 38/50 ?
? Music Group Performance: 40/50 ?

?Tertiary Qualifications ?:
? Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
? Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical)

? High IQ Society ?:
? Qualified for Mensa membership (27 Feb 2013) ?

About Me
I’ve continued to sharpen my mind over the years — but what gives me the most satisfaction is helping others learn how to think clearly, logically, and effectively. I believe intelligence is not just inherited, but cultivated — and that we all have the potential to grow in it.

Other Details
* Current Working With Children Check ??
* I'm a student of the greatest teacher to walk the earth — the man from Nazareth ?.

Rates

? Special Offer: $60 for a 1.5-Hour Session at My Home in Boronia (20 Beresford Drive, VIC)

My standard rate is $80 for a 2-hour session at my place, which works out to about $40/hour. But if you’d like a shorter session, I’m currently offering:

1.5 hours for just $60

1 hour for $50

30 minutes for $35

Need more help? Longer sessions are even better value — after the first two hours, extra time is just $30/hour. Many families book me for 3 or 4 hours to tutor multiple children in one go.

? The actual pricing formula I use: $20 base + $30 per hour of tutoring.

? Want Me to Come to You?

No problem — I can travel to your home. The fee will be based on the session length plus estimated return travel time. SMS me your address for a personalised quote.

? Get in Touch

Message or call me on 0438 773 235. Let me know your situation, your location, and what kind of help you’re after. We’ll work out a time and fee that suits you.

?? Punctuality Policy

If I’m running late, we begin within 60 seconds of my arrival.

If I’m on time, we start on time.

If you’re late, we started on time.

?Cancellations & Changes

Life happens — sickness, surprises, forgetfulness, and more. To protect my time and support my family, here’s our mutual understanding:

? Weekday Appointments (Mon–Fri)

No fee charged if you cancel/reschedule with at least 24 hours’ notice by SMS or call to 0438 773 235.

Full fee charged if less than 24 hours’ notice is given.

? Weekend Appointments (Sat–Sun)

No fee charged if notice is given before Friday 12 noon.

Full fee charged if notice comes after Friday 12 noon.

A simple message like “I remember our agreement — I’ll fix you up soon” is appreciated if notice is late. Thank you.

? Dress Code (Applies Online Too)

All students are asked to dress as they would for respectful public appearance — according to standards acceptable to both their father and mother.

Minimum standard:
Qantas Club Dress Guidelines: https://www.qantas.com/au/en/frequent-flyer/the-qantas-club/dress-guidelines.html

Girls and women who are comfortable doing so are warmly encouraged to wear a modest head covering (veil, snood, hijab, bandana, etc.). Inexpensive options can be found here:
Search "bandana" on eBay: https://www.ebay.com.au/
I’m happy to provide one if needed.

Student Discount

Special Offer - A low rate of $30/hr for extra time! :)

Gender

Male

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Joined Tutor Finder on 02-Feb-2012 (updated profile on 14-Jun-2026)