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185+ verified Chemistry tutors covering VCE, HSC, IB, QCE, SACE and WACE curricula — all in one place.

1:1 lessons aligned to your specific curriculum — from Year 7 fundamentals through to Year 12 exam preparation.

Tutors include retired university lecturers, Cambridge-educated chemists, qualified teachers and 93–99.95 ATAR graduates.

Flexible online or in-person sessions across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

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Chemistry success requires more than memorising reactions and formulas

Chemistry demands the ability to apply chemical concepts to unfamiliar scenarios, perform multi-step calculations under time pressure, and communicate scientific reasoning clearly. Whether it’s balancing redox equations, interpreting equilibrium graphs, predicting organic reaction products, or explaining electrochemical cell behaviour, students need deep conceptual understanding — not just recall.

A dedicated Chemistry tutor identifies exactly where your child needs support and builds understanding before gaps compound. The best tutors align lessons to curriculum-specific requirements — whether that’s VCAA Study Design criteria for VCE Chemistry, NESA syllabus outcomes for HSC Chemistry, or IB assessment criteria for IB Chemistry – rather than teaching from generic science textbooks.




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99+ ATARs. Perfect study scores. Qualified teachers. All ready to help you achieve
Jeannette
5.0
IB 45 (ATAR 99.95), 2.5 years experience.
BioUniversity of Sydney veterinary student
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SubjectsIB Chemistry, Biology, English & Maths
Jie L
5.0
PhD Applied Mathematics student
BioHighly sought after Adelaide-based tutor
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SubjectsSpecialist Maths, Maths Methods & Science
Caitlyn M
5.0
99.2 ATAR. Completed IB in 2020.
BioBachelor of Biomedicine with First Class Honours
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SubjectsChemistry, Biology, Maths Methods, General Maths
Sherin A
5.0
Primary and secondary science tutor
BioTaking up Master's in Clinical Audiology
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SubjectsBiology, Chemistry, Physics
Anthony H
5.0
Experienced IB Chemistry Teacher
Bio20 years of tutoring experience
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SubjectsChemistry, General Maths, Maths Methods
Pranjal P
6+ years tutoring experience!
BioBiomed Science (Adv) student at Monash
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SubjectsChemistry, Maths Methods
Cheryl G
2.5 years of helping students excel in Maths
BioPh.D. student in Environmental Chemistry
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SubjectsChemistry, Essential Maths, Maths Preliminary
Harry R
9 years tutoring experience
BioStudied Physical Natural Science
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SubjectsMaths Methods, Chemistry, Physics
Shirin Rose K
ATA Member, 15 years experience
BioIB Chemistry Expert | PhD Nanotechnology
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SubjectsChemistry, Science
Samuel S
5.0
ATAR 98.5 | 79 Overall GAMSAT Score
BioMedical Student | GAMSAT Specialist
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SubjectsGAMSAT, Chemistry, Biology, Methods
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Chemistry is taught differently across VCE, HSC, IB, QCE, SACE and WACE — each with its own syllabus, assessment structure and exam format. Many tutoring platforms offer generic chemistry help without specific curriculum expertise. Learnmate solves this by connecting you directly with tutors who have deep experience in your curriculum — including retired university lecturers with 30+ years in higher education, Cambridge-educated chemists, qualified science teachers, and high-achieving graduates now studying Medicine, Biomedicine, Pharmaceutical Science and Veterinary Science at leading Australian universities.

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Specialists for every Australian Chemistry curriculum

Whether your child is studying VCE Chemistry in Melbourne, HSC Chemistry in Sydney, IB Chemistry anywhere in Australia, or QCE, SACE or WACE Chemistry in their home state, Learnmate has tutors who specialise in that exact curriculum. No more generic chemistry help — find a tutor who knows your syllabus, assessment structure and exam format inside out.


Tutors who understand how Chemistry exams are marked

Beyond content knowledge, tutors focus on exam technique — how to structure multi-step calculations for full marks, show working clearly, and address the application-style questions that distinguish good results from outstanding ones. Many tutors have direct experience with curriculum assessment criteria including VCAA, NESA and IBO marking standards.


Support from Year 7 foundations through Year 12 exams

Chemistry tutoring isn’t just for senior students. Tutors on Learnmate support students from Year 7 science foundations through to Year 12 exam preparation, SACs, HSC trials, IB IAs and beyond. Building strong fundamentals early prevents gaps from compounding in senior years.


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Raw 50 study scores, 93–99.95 ATARs, retired lecturers and Cambridge graduates

Chemistry tutors on Learnmate combine deep scientific expertise with outstanding academic results across every Australian curriculum. You'll find a retired university lecturer with 30+ years in higher education, a Cambridge Chemistry graduate with 9 years of tutoring experience, a qualified teacher with 15+ years teaching IB and VCE Chemistry, IB 45 (99.95) and IB 42 (99.2) achievers with 7/7 in HL Chemistry now studying Veterinary Medicine and Medicine, and Raw 45–50 VCE Chemistry scorers with 1,000+ hours of tutoring experience across 30+ students.

Whether you need a VCE Chemistry specialist, an HSC Chemistry expert, or an IB Chemistry tutor with HL experience, the right tutor is on Learnmate. Browse all 185+ Chemistry tutors or start with your curriculum below.


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LamyaReviews rating

I was struggling in chemistry for so long until I found Surbhi! She explains things in great depth a detail, making it really easy to understand. She even realises what details I might be missing and helps me to understand understand the basics so that I can understand the harder stuff. Only wish I had found her sooner!

MollyndaReviews rating

Louisa is an outstanding tutor in Chemistry. I've had Louisa as my tutor for two months now and I can confidently say that she provides excellent academic support to her students. Although I am an IB student and she completed the QCE, Louisa still achieves to precisely teach me the difficult concepts of Chemistry and continually aspires to learn more about the particular IB standards.

ChloeReviews rating

I really like how you introduce the topics broadly speaking initially, like discussing the real life applications to let us understand how it works in the real world which will help us visualise it as well. I also really like how you go in great detail explaining everything, and also doing many exam questions in every lesson. The questions were very relevant and have varying difficulties which help improve my abilities over time. Your explanations were also really really good. I never understood volumetric analysis in year 11 and initially in year 12 and I went through 2 chemistry tutors and also 3 school teachers over the course of a year and a half but you managed to teach me and let me fully understand and comprehend it in a matter of 20 minutes. I was seriously impressed.

LindaReviews rating

Benjamin has done wonders for my son. He tutors my son in Yr 12 Chemistry. My son’s confidence in the subject, and subsequently his grades, have improved significantly since seeing Benjamin. He was thinking of Chemistry being in his bottom 2 subjects prior to the tutoring, but that has now changed.

GillReviews rating

Pre is an absolutely fantastic tutor who has assisted my daughter with Units 3&4 in Biology and my son through VCE Units 3&4 in Biology & Chemistry. She is patient, knowledgable and incredibly encouraging. Often I found her taking the time to explain complex issues in a different way to ensure their full understanding. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Pre and we will miss her regular tutoring sessions!

EvaReviews rating

Jeannette is the best tutor I’ve ever had - she’s so friendly and good at explaining things that I always looked forward to and enjoyed our lessons. Her help is the reason why I scored highly in IB HL Chemistry. She’s a perfect IB tutor because she uses a lot of different resources and actual IB past paper questions. She also really helped me with my Chemistry IA. Thank you, Jeannette!!

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What Chemistry curricula do tutors on Learnmate cover?
Tutors on Learnmate cover Chemistry across all major Australian curricula including VCE (Victoria), HSC (NSW), IB (International Baccalaureate), QCE (Queensland), SACE (South Australia) and WACE (Western Australia). Many tutors also cover junior science (Years 7–10) and university-level chemistry. Use the search filters or browse the curriculum pages below to find specialists for your exact course.
How much does a Chemistry tutor cost in 2026?
On Learnmate, Chemistry tutors set their own hourly rates based on experience and qualifications. In 2025, the average hourly rate for Chemistry tutoring is $64/hour, but rates range from $40 to $90+ depending on the tutor. Retired university lecturers and Cambridge-educated tutors tend to be at the higher end, while current university students offer more affordable rates. You can also save by purchasing prepaid lesson packages.
Can I find a Chemistry tutor near me?
Yes. Many tutors on Learnmate offer in-person Chemistry sessions across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional areas. You can also choose online tutoring for maximum flexibility — ideal if there are no specialists in your area or if your child prefers learning from home. Use the search filters to find tutors near your location, or post a job and let tutors come to you.
What’s the difference between VCE, HSC and IB Chemistry?
Each curriculum has different syllabus content, assessment structures and exam formats. VCE Chemistry (Victoria) uses SACs and an end-of-year exam aligned to the VCAA Study Design. HSC Chemistry (NSW) uses trial exams and a final HSC exam aligned to NESA syllabus outcomes. IB Chemistry (international) includes Internal Assessments (IAs) and external exams with Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) options. Learnmate has specialists for each — see the curriculum pages below.
Do tutors cover organic chemistry specifically?
Yes. Many Chemistry tutors have specific expertise in organic chemistry — naming conventions, functional groups, reaction pathways, synthesis problems and spectral analysis. Organic chemistry is heavily tested across VCE Unit 4, HSC Module 7 and IB HL Topic 10. You can browse our dedicated VCE, HSC and IB chemistry tutors for specialists in these area.
When should my child start Chemistry tutoring?
It’s never too early or too late. Many students begin in Year 10 or early Year 11 to build strong foundations in atomic structure, bonding and stoichiometry. Others start during Year 12 to tackle advanced topics like organic chemistry, equilibrium and electrochemistry. Starting earlier gives tutors more time to identify gaps, reinforce core concepts and build the problem-solving confidence that drives strong exam results.
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Specialists across VCE, HSC, IB, QCE, SACE and WACE Chemistry

VCE Chemistry tutors

Find expert VCE Chemistry tutors who know the VCAA Study Design inside out. Specialists in organic chemistry, equilibrium, electrochemistry and stoichiometry for Units 1–4. Tutors include Raw 50 study score achievers, retired university lecturers with 30+ years of experience, and 99+ ATAR medical students. SAC preparation, exam technique and ongoing assessment support. Melbourne students preparing for VCE Chemistry can also browse VCE Chemistry Tutors in Melbourne for city-specific matches.


HSC Chemistry tutors

Find expert HSC Chemistry tutors aligned to the NESA syllabus. Specialists across all four modules including Equilibrium and Acid Reactions, Organic Chemistry, and Applying Chemical Ideas. Tutors help with trial exams, Module assessments and the final HSC exam. Many tutors have achieved Band 6 results and are studying Science and Medicine at Sydney’s leading universities. If you are in Sydney preparing for HSC Chemistry, browse HSC Chemistry Tutors in Sydney for city-specific matches near you.


IB Chemistry tutors

Find expert IB Chemistry tutors for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). Tutors help with Internal Assessments (IAs), extended essays and external exam preparation. Includes IB 45 achievers with 7/7 in HL Chemistry and qualified teachers with 15+ years of IB Chemistry classroom experience.


QCE, SACE and WACE Chemistry tutors

Find Chemistry tutors for state curricula across Australia. Browse QCE Chemistry tutors (Queensland), SACE Chemistry tutors (South Australia) and WACE Chemistry tutors (Western Australia). Each page connects you with tutors who specialise in your state’s specific syllabus and assessment structure.

Chemistry tutoring by topic

Looking for help with a specific Chemistry topic? Many tutors specialise in areas that students find most challenging, including organic chemistry (naming, reaction pathways, spectral analysis), equilibrium and Le Chatelier’s principle, electrochemistry (galvanic and electrolytic cells), stoichiometry and mole calculations, and atomic structure and bonding. You can also browse our broader science tutors page for support across Chemistry, Biology and Physics.


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