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READ MOREVerified Year 12 English tutors help refine essay structure and exam strategy.
1:1 lessons provide detailed feedback on drafts that teachers often miss.
Curriculum-aligned tutoring keeps focus on assessments and final exams.
Tutor-led planning reduces last-minute stress before major deadlines.
Learnmate makes it easy to find a mentor who has excelled in your specific texts.

In a crowded Year 12 classroom, getting detailed and timely feedback on every practice essay is almost impossible. Teachers simply cannot read and critique every single draft a student produces in the lead-up to final exams. A private English tutor changes this dynamic completely by acting as a dedicated editor and mentor for your work. By providing specific, line-by-line feedback on your writing, a tutor helps you identify the nuances in expression and analysis that separate an average grade from a top band result. This personalised attention ensures that you are not just writing more essays but actually improving the quality of your arguments and evidence with every single attempt, giving you the competitive edge needed for high achievement.
For many students, Year 12 English is not just another subject but a mandatory component that significantly impacts their final ATAR or study score. The pressure to perform can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with complex texts and the demand for sophisticated analysis. HSC English Advanced, VCE English and other state-level equivalents require a depth of understanding that goes far beyond surface-level reading.
The tutors on Learnmate act as a pressure release valve by demystifying the curriculum and breaking down big tasks into manageable steps. They provide a clear roadmap for the year and offer the reassurance that comes from expert guidance. By helping students organise their thoughts and structure their revision effectively, these tutors replace anxiety with a sense of control and capability that allows students to perform at their best when it counts the most.

Find a tutor for much cheaper than traditional agencies without sacrificing quality. Tutors set their own rates, allowing you to find a budget-friendly option that meets your specific exam preparation needs.
Whether you need deep analysis of specific texts, help with creative writing, or exam timing strategies, you can find a tutor who matches your goals and schedule for online or in-person lessons.
Each tutor brings proven expertise, with many having achieved top bands themselves. Let their detailed profiles and testimonials guide you in choosing the right match to maximise your English results.

Finding a tutor who truly understands your specific text list or curriculum is crucial for success in Year 12. That is why the detailed profiles on Learnmate are so valuable. Tutors create their own biographies where they list the specific novels, plays, or films they have studied and taught. This means you can find a specialist who knows the quotes and themes of your specific texts, rather than a generalist who is learning them alongside you.
Transparency is at the core of the platform. You can view hourly rates, verify qualifications, and read genuine reviews from past Year 12 students who have achieved their goals. This open approach allows you to find a writing tutor or literary guide who not only understands the syllabus but also matches your learning style, ensuring that every session contributes directly to improving your final rank.
Learnmate is a trusted community marketplace that helps connect individuals all over Australia with quality tutors and coaches who want to share their skill, knowledge and experience. Learnmate’s tutors and coaches are the go-to for individuals and families all across Australia, including:
At Learnmate, we recognise that time is our most precious commodity in life. We can expend it once and we can’t buy more of it. But we can save it and ensure we realise the true value of it.  By partnering with a Learnmate, individuals can leverage a tutor's expertise and experience to avoid spending time figuring it out, learning by mistake and the all too familiar stress and anxiety that usually accompanies those struggles. That means achieving more and succeeding faster.
Whether you’re someone looking for school tutoring, professional coaching or to learn a new skill or language, or are an enthusiastic tutor or coach with services to offer, we’d love to see you join Learnmate.
Tutors set their own hourly rates on Learnmate and the cost of tutoring varies based on several factors, including the tutor's experience, qualifications, and the level of education they are teaching. Here are some average hourly rates on Learnmate in 2024 to give you a better idea:
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The best tutors.
Learnmate provides a platform to find trusted individuals you want to learn from. Our community consists of high achievers, highly experienced teachers and professionals who have conquered a subject or domain and can help you achieve your learning goals.
Whether you're after a tutor who was a high achiever in school, a qualified teacher, a coaching professional or simply an expert in their domain, there's someone for everyone on Learnmate.
Affordable and fairly priced
Tutors and coaches set their own hourly rates on Learnmate based on their experience, qualifications and overall service. With over 600+ tutors on Learnmate, there is an affordable tutor available for every household budget.
On average, tutors and coaches are up to 50% cheaper than tutors and coaches engaged through agencies and other companies. Why? The simple answer is Learnmate takes less with an industry leading commission structure. Agencies and companies typically take a margin of between 40-65% from tutors while Learnmate's commission ranges between only 23-30%. That simply means less is passed onto you.
Simply and effortlessly succeed and save with a Learnmate.
Learnmate is a cashless platform.
To have lessons with a tutor, users need to join Learnmate and have a valid credit or debit card linked to the account. You will be prompted on sign-up to add connect a credit card to your account. As per our Terms & Conditions, cash payment and direct transfers are not accepted.
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Finding a tutor or coach has never been simpler. Simply start your search by entering the subject you're seeking support for in Learnmate’s search bar. Take advantage of Learnmate's search fields and advanced filters to find the perfect tutor for you. These include:
You can then view a tutor's full profile and reach out to them directly by clicking 'Contact tutor' and sign-up to get started.
You'll be taken to your account where you can talk directly to your tutor, see and manage your lesson schedule, purchase prepaid packages to save and more!
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If you have tried searching but are unable to find a tutor or coach for your needs, feel free to hit 'Request a tutor' in the top right of your browser and we'll do our best to match you with a Learnmate in 1-2 business days.
Reduce stress and boost performance with expert guidance
Year 12 is not the time for wasted effort. Tutors on Learnmate ensure that every lesson is directly relevant to the specific assessment criteria of your state's curriculum, whether that is VCE, HSC, or QCE. If you are struggling with unseen texts, a reading tutor approach can be integrated to boost comprehension speed. This targeted alignment ensures that students are not just learning "English" broadly, but are mastering the specific skills they will be marked on.
One of the biggest causes of stress in Year 12 is poor time management. A tutor does more than just correct work; they help plan it. By setting interim deadlines for drafts and breaking down major assessments into smaller, manageable chunks, tutors help students avoid the panic of the night before. This structured approach fosters a sense of calm and allows students to produce their best work without the adrenaline of a last-minute rush.
Knowing where you stand is vital in your final year. Tutors on Learnmate can provide regular updates on how a student is tracking against their goals. This might involve reviewing marks from school assessments together or tracking improvements in practice essay scores over time. This open loop of communication keeps parents informed and ensures the student remains accountable and motivated throughout the marathon of Year 12.


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