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Mrs Annemarie McGarry Var -  Wollongong - Mount Pleasant

Overall rating of 4.9 stars based on 38 reviews Show Ratings
Student Stars K C P A A P I V Subject Lessons Date
Ava 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English standard 85 29-11-2025
I couldn't recommend Annemarie enough! Her depth of knowledge, experience and passion for her teaching helped build my confidence and performance through my senior english. When I first began tutoring my essay writing was unstructured and struggled to give me marks I wanted for my HSC. Through Annemaries constant challenges and her providing clear communication, I was able to enjoy English more as my confidence was growing. Annemarie's friendly nature makes tutoring a safe and welcoming environment. I wouldn't change anything about my tutoring experience. I couldn't recommend a better tutor!

Annabelle 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 5 24-11-2025
Annemarie was not only an excellent tutor to expand my knowledge and confidence in English Advanced, but was also a strong support for me during my HSC journey. Annemarie's experience and passion for English is integrated into the lessons and work, assisting me to reach my full potential to go into every exam feeling prepared, confident and calm. Particularly, I appreciated her dedication to always return my countless messages with questions, as well as her kind and genuine nature as a powerful mentor to push me to the best of my abilities. Annemarie's tutoring service supported me beyond English Advanced, it helped me build independence, consistency, and skills that will continue to benefit me in the future.

Charlotte 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 45 16-10-2024
Annemarie is a passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated tutor who immensely helped me in senior English. She consistently challenges her students to reach their full potential by providing thorough feedback and clear communication. Annemarie not only helped my writing improve significantly, but she also instilled a confidence in me regarding English that I had never experienced before. She is a one-of-a-kind tutor who knows the HSC inside and out, always staying up to date on the latest developments and readily available to offer assistance. I truly appreciate her support and guidance!

Eva 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Standard 20 10-10-2024
I began tutoring with Annemarie at the beginning of year 12 in term 4 2023. When I first began I was not confident in English and struggled to achieve the marks I wanted to. Annemarie helped me build my essay writing and analysis skills a lot and pushed me to do my best. She always gave lots of valuable feedback and helped me improve my work to achieve better marks. Annemarie has helped me gain my confidence in English and has also helped me from time to time with Studies of Religion 2 such as giving me essay writing tips and helping with my structure. Annemarie has enabled me to receive my desired results in both English and SOR2 and I would definitely recommend her as a tutor.

Louis 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advance 25 13-03-2024
I began weekly tutoring with Anne-Marie during my first term of year 12 English advance. My original marks were sitting around 65-75 before receiving her service. Anne-Marie is the perfect tutor for you if you are willing to put in the work and effort to get the most out of each session. She is a tutor with a notable sense of humour,personality and professionalism from years of experience to create a pleasant and welcoming environment. Sessions included receiving feedback on handwritten responses by analysing strengths and weaknesses to highlight focus areas in your writing, understanding NESA verbs in their entirety,evaluating full mark responses and comparing them to your own work to identify similarities and differences, understanding how to achieve maximum marks in short answer responses, and diversifying your vocabulary to add sophistication to responses. For the price you pay, it is value for money. This is evident in my results going from a low C/B to a final HSC mark of 91, receiving a band 6 for English Advance. To assure maximum value, you must be prompt to put in the extra work by writing essays or responses before each session, otherwise, you may not get the most value out of each session. If you are not willing to put in the extra effort I would not recommend her as you are wasting your time and hers. Anne-Marie is the tutor for the job if you are a student looking to boost your English mark significantly and achieve a band 6.

Brendan 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Standard 10 01-11-2023
I starting tutoring with Annemarie 10ish weeks before my hsc exams and in that time she was able to give me alot of support whilst also boosting my english ability greatly. She is amazing to work with and offers constant feedback and advice to improve, as well as helping me build my confidence in English. I truly believe that without her guidance and expertise, I wouldn't have been able to improve my English skills and performed as well as I did in my HSC exams. She's an outstanding tutor and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an English tutor.

Brendan 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Standard 10 01-11-2023
I starting tutoring with Annemarie 10ish weeks before my hsc exams and in that time she was able to give me alot of support whilst also boosting my english ability greatly. She is amazing to work with and offers constant feedback and advice to improve, as well as helping me build my confidence in English. I truly believe that without her guidance and expertise, I wouldn't have been able to improve my English skills and performed as well as I did in my HSC exams. She's an outstanding tutor and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an English tutor.

Domenica 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Standard 30 14-10-2023
I worked with Annemarie for most of year 12 and I have seen amazing results. I was original ranked 13/25 and have moved up significantly as I placed 3rd in my trials. I have found English to be challenging in the past, however her encouragement and assistance has allowed me to improve immensely.

Alexander 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Standard and Studies o 100 09-10-2023
I have been tutoring with Annemarie for three years now. I initially had a low C grade average, but due to the weekly practice and support, I have consistently achieved B and A grades throughout my schooling. She educated me on the structure of various text types and provided excellent feedback whenever I completed homework. I couldn't suggest anyone else as an English tutor.

Patrick 4.5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 4
English Standard 40 05-10-2023
Before tutoring with Annemarie, English had been both my least favourite and weakest subject. Yet, her incredibly useful (and fun) tutoring sessions have played a massive role in turning this around. As a predominantly science/maths nerd, Annemarie understood my strengths and weaknesses, and gave me just the right advice to take me to the top ten within a cohort of over a hundred. Absolutely recommend, whether you struggle with English or not!

Kayla 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Advanced English 85 02-10-2023
Annemarie tutored me for 2 years of my senior education (years 11 & 12). As someone who is not a fan of English, she has worked miracles to improve my standard of work in the course. She fills the gaps that the school often misses and keeps students consistently completing some level of work. Additionally to improving my capability and knowledge of the subject she also made my self confidence improve every week. She is an excellent tutor for people of all levels and will work with you to improve in whatever way you need.

Anthony 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 20 23-09-2023
Through her extensive knowledge and expertise, as well as her ongoing care for her students, Annemarie provides a holistic tutoring experience which has enabled me to significantly increase in my understanding of studied texts, language techniques, sentence variations, prohibited words that should never be used, and many more aspects of English that have subsequently propelled my marks much higher than I would have expected before starting my first lesson with her. Before attending Annemarie's tutoring, I was ranked around the middle of my English Advanced cohort and was unsure about my potential in the coming year. However, after receiving her guidance and feedback on homework and practice papers, along with her continuing and genuine interest in her students wellbeing, I was able to increase my marks substantially and ended year 12 on rank 3rd of my cohort. Although my betterment in English can be attributed to all the hours and dedication that I had personally put into study, I can honestly acknowledge that with the help of Annemarie, my potential to do as well as I did was realised. If you want to achieve your highest capability in any of the subjects she offers, I definitely recommend Annemarie to assist you along the way.

Marcus 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced, Extension an 85 21-09-2023
Annemarie has been of great assistance in my senior education, especially in the realm of English and Studies Of Religion. She has always encouraged me to accomplish the best possible results, challenging me to stretch the limit of my abilities and what I deemed just too hard to achieve. Whilst maintaining a professional and dedicated outlook on tutoring, it is worth noting her amiable and supportive personality.

Nicholas 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 36 24-10-2022
Anne Marie has been nothing short of spectacular. Coming into tutoring my performance in English Advanced had been my greatest drag out of all of my subjects. Despite moving through two different English tutors prior, I failed to see the improvement in results I was hoping for. Once I started working with Anne Marie, however, I finally gained a greater Grasp of the content. I found her to be proactive, involved in my learning and effective in explaining challenging concepts. I also found her wonderful to work with and she demonstrated a clear interest in my academic performance. 10/10, I could not have asked for a better tutor

Emily 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 30 16-10-2022
I would highly recommend Annemarie, she helped me improve dramatically in HSC English Advanced. I went from being ranked 27/47 in one assessment to coming 6th in the trial exam after only two terms of tutoring. She is really dedicated and always provides comprehensive feedback on work. The lessons were really engaging and enjoyable and I learnt a lot from her. She is really supportive, especially during exams, which helped with managing stress during these times.

Emma 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English, Modern History 150 15-10-2022
I want you to think about your or your child’s current English skills. Their existing analysis and comprehension abilities. Their appreciation for quality literature and writing skills. Now, I want you to think about a goal in the future, whether that will be completing your HSC, writing a job resume, or writing an article in the New York Times. How are you planning on achieving those goals? Whatever your goals are for the future, you will NOT achieve them without Annemarie’s help. Annemarie’s tutoring saved my life! She truly improved my English skills and my appreciation for literature more than I ever imagined. I completed my English HSC exams two days ago (2022) and I have never been happier! (unless you are talking about that time I was allowed to dog-sit two of the most delightful puppies in the world). I was able to complete pages of quality writing for both English and Modern History, and it is all thanks to Annemarie. She encouraged me, supported me and even occasionally brought my focus back to what was important. There was not a single article of work set by Annemarie I completed that did not benefit me and take my skills from barely a pass to A-range responses. The group English workshops Annemarie would host allowed me to discuss my work with other peers, and gain a higher understanding of the task at hand. My sub-par marks and disappointing attitude towards English at the end of Year 10 metamorphosised into an experienced I loved, envisioned and much to my younger self’s disbelief, grew to love it. Along with my positive attitude and improved marks, I gained much more from this experience. I gained two new friends. It began as a tutor-student relationship. I remember entering Annemarie’s tutoring room for the first time at the beginning of Year 11. I was overwhelmed with awe and joy. The bookcases containing hundreds of fascinating books, the colourful stationary and highlighters, the stack of intimidating papers in front of me. I was scared. I felt like I was dumped into the deep end of the ocean with the English sharks chasing me for dinner. Moving to the academically selective high school at the end of Year 10 was jarring, yet Annemarie made it easier. The experiences I had with Annemarie made me begin to enjoy school again. We began having cups of tea each lesson, lending each other books, and talking. We became friends. A friendship I hope to have for the rest of my life. However, she was not the only friend I made. One day, the student in the session after me arrived five minutes early. We began talking, and then we became friends. For each tutoring session we would have, she would arrive five minutes early and we would catch up. For each birthday or celebration, we would bring treats and talk over a cup of tea before we began tutoring. A friend I would not have without Annemarie’s tutoring sessions. If you are considering hiring anyone else, you are erroneous. Annemarie’s tutoring is more than just tutoring. It is an enjoyable and wonderful experience that you cannot live without. Her diverse knowledge and panoply of skills ensure you have a safety net of information and help ready to catch you if you fall. Do you or your child the biggest favour and utilise this opportunity. You will NOT regret it.

Neha 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 60 14-10-2022
Annemarie is one of the most dedicated teachers I've had the pleasure of being taught by. Annemarie approach to teaching is not only strong, but her connection and appreciation of who her students are is astounding. Annemarie enabled me to strengthen my writing skills for the HSC examination, and provided guidance For HSC assessments which showcased significant improvement from previous years. I recommend Annemarie as an English tutor, she will definitely guide you into the right direction.

Nadia 4.5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5
English Advanced 20 14-10-2022
Annemarie's tutoring was extremely beneficial throughout my final year of school, her extensive knowledge, experience and guidance was really helpful as I studied English Advanced. She is continuously checking in for the wellbeing of her students (especially after an exam), always open to hearing stressful rants or panicking phone-calls; as her breadth of knowledge spans across multiple subjects, she is able to provide advice on school as a whole. While attending her tutoring I was always welcomed in her home, feeling comfortable in the environment (she's never reluctant to offer a cup of tea). If you are seeking help throughout year 11 and 12, I would highly recommend Anne-Marie.

Isaak 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English, Religion & History 200 07-02-2021
Annemarie is a fantastic teacher, if not the best teacher I ever had. A journey which begun in Year 7 and completed in Year 12, Annemarie taught me how to love english as a subject and eventually as a hobby. Her expertise in English through my journey at high school assisted me to become confident in both my essay and creative writing skills, whilst also extending my skills in spelling, grammar and punctuation. Annemarie's passion for English literature was reflected in my desire to achieve outstanding results during my time at high school. Also, Annemarie has great teaching skills and techniques as she has the ability to keep the student engaged through the variety of lesson delivery structure, causing the student to remained involved in the process of constantly improving. In addition to this, Annemarie was of great assistance in the subjects of Ancient History, Studies of Religion I and Studies of Religion II. She proved herself time and time again that her expertise is exemplified through her students' drive and desire to achieve their best results as possible. It was a pleasure having Annemarie as a tutor, teacher and ultimately an outstanding mentor through my six year journey during high school.

Adam 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 100 01-12-2020
An absolutely outstanding tutor! Annemarie is a very enthusiastic tutor and professional tutor who will go above and beyond to ensure an exceptional quality of learning. She has helped me improve in all areas of English such as essay writing and text analysis allowing me to have a far better understanding of the prescribed texts. Annemarie is a fantastic person who will always support her students academically and on a more personal level. There are no regrets and most certainly no dull moments with Annemarie!

Alanah 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 100 19-10-2018
Excellent tutor! Annemarie has been great with improving my English results from average C's to B's and even A's! Highly recommend, especially for senior years as she is very supportive and extremely experienced.

Brodie 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English (adv) and SOR2 100 15-10-2018
Annemarie is a very enthusiastic and motivating tutor, constantly supportive and dedicated to her students. She has significantly helped me with my essay writing and has assisted in improving my overall mark across English and Religion.

Chris 4.5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5
English 98 13-10-2018
Highly recommended for Religion and English studies (not so much for Math). Brilliant people's person even outside academic work. Casual working environment but does not discredit the standards of a serious and effective form of teaching for both one on one and group activities. Personally the best tutor I have had and will ever have.

Rachel 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 200 11-11-2017
Having attended tutoring with Annemarie weekly from when I was in year 9 to my graduation in year 12, I can say with absolute confidence that her gracious, patient nature and ability to communicate concepts have enabled me to dramatically improve my marks in not just English, but all writing-related subjects. Extremely hardworking and diligent, she always offers help and resources to better improve not only grades but student comprehension of texts. Her compassion and enthusiasm have made her not only one of the best teachers I've ever had but also a great friend that always provides support. Her astounding commitment to her students is admirable and has definitely improved my ability to respond and analyse texts. The strong friendship formed from years of tutoring only reinforces my belief that Annemarie is one of the best tutors out there.

Meena 4.5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4
English 5 29-10-2017
Annemarie is an excellent english tutor, for the year that she tutored me in Year 12 she helped me improve a lot in English Advanced and gain confidence in my ability. Annemarie's deep care and compassion for her students truly makes her stand out from any other tutor or teacher, investing 110% of her time and effort to ensure her students are ready and comfortable with their ability. This is not limited to just the classroom, from last minute messages to ask her questions late at night to constant guidance on dealing with the HSC year, she is invested completely in her students wellbeing which is something I truly appreciated. I couldn't help but admire her dedication and hard work to ensure that I've reached my best potential, her dozens of other students also sharing this admiration. I consider Annemarie a friend that I will keep in touch with beyond year 12, who I can always look to for advice or to have a nice chat over an extravagant cup of tea!

Anamaria 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Religion, English, Modern Hist 100 11-10-2017
Annemarie is a wonderful tutor that genuinely cares about her students not only academically but also on a personal level. She is one of the most professional, hard-working, well-respected and compassionate people I have met. She goes above and beyond for her students, and is motivating as well as dedicated and encourages her students to strive for the best. Annamarie has stayed consistent throughout my journey with her and has given me a wide range of resources that have helped me greatly. Her collection of resources is extensive and she always has something different to offer each time. Annemarie has helped me in deciding my future and assisted me in many aspects of my life, guiding me and in the process creating a bond that will last years. She stays in contact on a weekly basis and communicates with my parents consistently. I have recommended Annemarie to many of my friends and I highly recommended her to anyone who seeks help. Since she has been tutoring me, my marks has increased profoundly. Annemarie not only lets you in on her knowledge but also welcomes you into her home and her life with open arms, her door is always open. I am so glad to have met Annemarie and I believe she is the best tutor out there!

Jack 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English / modern history 10 04-10-2017
Annemarie offers the perfect service for any student wishing to improve their ability in the studies she teaches but also in life lessons. there is never a dull moment and no possibility of regret in choosing her.

Victoria 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Advanced English & Studies of 5 04-10-2017
Although not a full time student of Annemarie's, I have immensely enjoyed working with her in the weeks leading into my HSC trials and final exams. Annemarie is a supportive and passionate tutor whose extensive experience in various subjects has not only increased my marks and knowledge, but also boosted my confidence. I have never met a educator more dedicated to her students, for example holding emergency sessions to increase confidence after a poor trial mark. Her extensive knowledge, tools and tutoring methods are highly effective and are tailored to the student. Not only a tutor, Annemarie is a kind and caring friend who provides all students with the academic and emotional support to get them through the HSC. Thank you Annemarie for welcoming me into your tutoring family over the past few months, I truly appreciate your love and hospitality.

Ryan 4.0 5 4 5 3 5 5 5 3
English 25 04-10-2017
Loved working with her towards hsc, so happy that my results improved !!!!

Tayla 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Advanced English 50 03-10-2017
The journey towards the light at the end of the tunnel (being the HSC) is a hard one to say the least, however, made easier with the guidance, expertise, and insight of Annemarie. Annemarie is beyond an amazing tutor, who has extensive years of experience in her field including HSC marking, having access to someone who has seen first hand what markers are looking for is invaluable for students. I have not known a teacher who is more dedicated to helping her students, more than Annemarie, she will go above and beyond to help you make sure you achieve the best mark possible, whether it be extra tutoring sessions even when she is fully booked, marking an essay the night before it's due and giving you crucial feedback or a simple phone call to her in your hour of need before an assessment. Since starting tutoring with Annemarie in year 11, my marks have improved immensely in advanced English and religion, jumping from a band 4 to 6 in religion and Ad. english after just one term with her. Her considerable background in both teaching and private tutoring is made obvious throughout her tutoring methods and her overall knowledge in not only ALL THINGS English (essays, creative writing, short answer etc) but most humanity subjects. Annemarie is not only an amazing tutor but woman, she cares about her tutoring students extraordinarily and caters to both the emotional and academic needs of each unique student that comes her way, crafting her teaching style around the student. When tutoring with Annemarie it is not only the academic components you will be receiving but a mentor to guide you through to the light at the end of the tunnel. If in need of help through your journey, Annemarie is the tutor you need.

Aaron R 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Advanced English 35 14-12-2016
Annemarie was an outstanding tutor for English. I came to her in the middle of year 12 pretty incompetent in my analysis and writing sophisticatedly but left with a much higher rank than expected thanks to her genius and copious hours reading my essays and answers. More than qualified, lovely person, tough and effective tutor that will improve your marks.

Lydia H 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 1 08-12-2016
I first started tutoring with Annemarie, for English and Ancient History, at the start of year 11 and right through to my HSC exams. Annemarie is always professional, passionate and a perfectionist with everything she does, and as a result of this - my assessment and exam marks improved dramatically. I always enjoyed going to tutoring with Annmarie as she was friendly and fun, making lesson time enjoyable. I am so grateful to have gone to tutoring with Annmarie as i would not have been able to get through my HSC exams without her. Not only and fantastic tutor, but a caring friend. Thanks Annemarie!!

Morgan 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 44 08-12-2016
Annemarie is one of the best tutors in her area. Her home provides a comfortable and well equipped area to learn about a variety of subjects and tackle the key concepts needed to excel in school. Her extensive knowledge of all English texts helped me to gain the understanding and confidence I needed to succeed in my HSC year. Without Annemarie's guidance, I would have finished Year 12 trailing at the bottom of my classes like I was in Year 11 - instead, I finished amongst the top students across several of my classes. She was always able to answer my questions, even when I wasn't sure what I was asking. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a tutor

Zain 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English Advanced 50 20-11-2016
Annemarie is a fantastic tutor, with the credentials to back it up. What I feel shines most is her extensive knowledge on the intricacies of English, and of humanity subjects in general. Having been a HSC marker, her assistance will directly correlate to what markers and teachers are looking for, ensuring an improvement in one's marks. Her ample experience as both a teacher and private tutor means that, no matter what one is having trouble with (Essay Writing, Creative Writing, understanding complex poetry etc.), Annemarie will be well equipped to cater to the student's unique needs. She also understands and sympathises with the major workload a student must deal with, specifically during the HSC year. So be sure that if you sign up with Annemarie, you will not just be signing up for a lesson or two every week, but a coach or companion who will guide you throughout the HSC (or whatever year you may be in), whenever you require help. Annemarie is always available for questions, concerns, or feedback, and will definitely give you a little push if she finds you lacking the motivation. Signing up at the beginning of Year 12 after some woeful marks in Year 11 English, I immediately saw a huge leap in my abilities and confidence. A dedicated and passionate tutor, Annemarie is THE person to go to if you're looking to do your best!

Chloe 4.5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5
English 100 03-10-2015
I have known Anne-Marie for two years, starting English tutoring at the start of yr 11 and continued until the end of year 12. During this time I discovered Anne-Marie has a caring and passionate nature towards all the students she tutors and persistent approach, pushing all her students to reach their potential and achieve the best results they can. She has an extensive range of knowledge on the HSC course, an endless amount of resources (short answer and essay questions) and provides in depth feedback. Personally, Anne-Marie has built up my confidence levels and with the endless amounts of feedback, I have been able to improve the quality of my work and my overall marks at school. Not only is Anne-Marie a fabulous tutor, she is a great person who is easy to talk to and someone I have created a lasting friendship with.

Andrew 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English advanced and extension 1 10-07-2015
AnneMarie is an excellent tutor that understands the needs of each student independently and ranges in assisting with basic writing skills to complex analysis and creative writing of Extension English. Her extensive knowledge across all humanities subjects (modern history, ancient history, English [adv, std and ext], religion, etc) has allowed my progression as a student to not only excell in one area but across all areas allowing me to truly achieve my highest. AnneMarie's persistence is evident in her constant encouraging to strive for the best and is available at always despite time or place. She values each student equally and strives in providing the best quality service. AnneMarie understands the complexity of school life during the HSC and provides education that allows students to truly achieve their best! AnneMarie provides quality and enjoyable tutoring!

Bailey C 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 50 26-06-2015
My English before Anne-Marie was elementry and if not disappointing but thanks to her hard work, unlimited resources (both educational and intellectually) and her no crap policy. She has drastically improved my results for this coming HSC. Thanks Anne-Marie for being not only a great tutor but a great friend. :)

James r 5.0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
English 6 27-03-2015
Annemarie has helped me gain knowledge in English by focusing on my weak points. My assignments and results have risen greatly because of her once a week training.

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