Years 5 and 6

Maths and English Tutoring

Focus Areas

english tutoring

Grades

Years 5 and 6

Delivery

1:1 and small groups (max 4)

Platform

Online or in-person

Led by

Qualified Maths and English teachers

Curriculum-Aligned. Confidence-Focused. Teacher-Led.

This tutoring is for students who are aiming to: Keep up with their year level/ cohort, extend their knowledge, build their confidence with mathematics and improve their understanding of mathematics.

Challenges students may face: Lack of confidence, mathematics anxiety, missed concepts and gaps in understanding.

Tutoring helps by: Building confidence, allowing students to be the focus (unlike a classroom) and tailoring the learning to suit the individual student 

Tutoring is held: In Murwillumbah studio and also online. 

What We Cover

What students gain from our tutoring sessions.

At Thrive Learning, our maths sessions go beyond helping students get the right
answers—we help them understand the “why” behind the concepts.
 
During their time with us, students will:

  • Receive personalised support tailored to their learning needs
  • Build strong foundational skills and develop mathematical fluency
  • Learn how to apply maths in real-life situations
  • Strengthen their problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Work with engaging resources and practice activities
  • Get regular feedback and progress updates to stay on track
  • Small groups (up to 4 students with a tutor) either online or face-to-face
  • 1:1 (one student with a tutor) either online or face-to-face

Teaching Style:

Small groups or 1:1 sessions provide a student-centred approach with explicit teaching and immediate feedback. Students can ask questions in a safe and nurturing environment. 

Structure of sessions:

  • Group sessions follow a set program with defined learning goals (four 8-week terms)
  • 1:1 session learning goals are determined each session by the student and tutor to give a more individualised approach

Face to face sessions: No equipment required 

Online: Computer with webcam, good internet connection and headphones/microphone

Our programs are designed to build confidence, nurture curiosity, and foster lifelong learning.

Whether your child is building foundational skills, catching up, preparing for assessments, or looking to extend beyond the classroom, our tutoring offers structured, curriculum- aligned support delivered by qualified teachers who know how to make learning engaging and effective.

Fun fact:

If you have two hands you have more than the average number of hands.

FAQ

"What if my child struggles with Maths or English concepts?"

It’s common for students to find certain topics tricky. That’s why our tutoring breaks down each concept into bite-sized, easy-to-understand steps. With regular practice and clear explanations, students gain confidence and develop a deeper understanding, no matter their starting point.

Our tutoring for Years 5–12 focuses on building core skills, strengthening foundational knowledge, and preparing students for assessments and exams while building confidence and independence.

FAQ's

From our experience we suggest weekly Maths and English tutoring sessions to get the best outcomes. 

Yes they can be personalised. Regardless of students year we can cater to their learning needs.  

Every tutoring session begins with goal setting and assessing the student’s current understanding. Tutors then create targeted learning experiences based on the student’s strengths, challenges, and academic goals, ensuring support is customised for maximum progress.

The best tutor is someone who understands your child’s individual learning needs, can explain concepts clearly, and builds confidence alongside academic skills. At Thrive Learning Co, we provide personalised Maths and English  tutoring for students in Years 5–12, tailoring lessons to each student’s learning style, current level, and goals. Our supportive approach helps students strengthen their understanding, improve problem-solving skills, and develop greater confidence.

Yes. Our Years 5–6 tutoring programs are aligned with the Australian Curriculum and designed to support what students are learning in the classroom. We cover key Maths and English concepts taught at this level while adapting lessons to each student’s individual needs, learning goals, and school requirements. Whether your child needs support with foundational skills, assessment preparation, or extension work, our qualified teachers provide personalised instruction that complements their school learning.

Year 5 and 6 Maths tutoring at Thrive Learning Co focuses on strengthening core numeracy skills before students transition into high school. This includes fractions, decimals, percentages, multiplication and division strategies, measurement, geometry, data interpretation, and problem-solving. We also help students develop confidence in applying maths concepts to real-world situations.

Year 5 and 6 English tutoring at Thrive Learning Co focuses on developing strong literacy skills and confident communication. Students build their reading comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and writing skills across a range of text types. We also help students strengthen their critical thinking, analyse texts more effectively, and express their ideas clearly and confidently in both written and spoken language.