- 60 + Qualified teachers, Ph.D candidates and high achieving university students in our team
- 13 yrs Operating our 3 campuses across Sydney
- 95 % Student and parent satisfaction rate from Kindy to Year 12
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Some of our amazing teachers & tutors
Nell G
English
Double Bay
Nell (B.A. English (Hons) Sydney Uni., Dip. Ed. (Primary) Armidale Uni.) has been teaching and tutoring for over thirty years in primary and secondary schools in Sydney. She has many years of experience as an HSC and Naplan marker. In her teaching, Nell seeks to develop the literacy and critical thinking skills of her students, while fostering an enjoyment of print and film literature.
- Teaching for 30+ years
- English curriculum expert
Louise H
English, Maths
Mosman
Louise has over 20 years experience as a Primary teacher, having taught both in Independent Private Schools and Sydney Catholic Schools. She enjoys developing a love of learning in her students, a positive growth mindset and confidence in becoming critical and creative thinkers. Students thrive when they experience highly personalised assistance in their learning through a patient, knowledgeable and caring tutor, which Louise strives to be to all students she works with.
- 20+ years teaching
Joshua W
English, Maths
Mosman
Joshua is currently in his third year at UNSW studying Economics and Mathematics. He graduated from North Sydney Boys High School in 2017 with an ATAR of 99.90 and a state rank in German Extension. At UNSW, Joshua works as a Peer Assisted Study Leader for first- and second-year Economics students, and is the Events Director of a social running club. With over four years’ experience in private tuition, he recognises the uniqueness of each student’s learning style. He strives to keep his students interested in every session, and leave knowing more than what they came in with.
- All-rounder
- Tutoring for 4 years
- 99.9 ATAR
Jacob H
English, Maths, Physics
Double Bay
Jacob graduated from The King’s School in 2018 with the school’s highest award for academics. This earned him the HSC All Rounder award and an ATAR of 98.6. He prides himself on his hard-working, ‘practice makes perfect’ approach to learning as well as his ability to connect on more than just an academic level with his students in order to discover the best ways in which to help them – a quality that isn’t always common highly academic tutors. Jacob currently attends Sydney University completing a Bachelor of pre-Honours Economics with a minor in Physics.
- 98.6 ATAR
- All-rounder
Rachael B
English, Maths
Mosman
Rachael is a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate teacher. In 2012, she achieved first-class honours for Bachelor of Arts degree in Primary Education and in 2015 she graduated from her Masters degree in Education with a distinction. Rachael is passionate about children’s literature, reading and creative writing. She has an excellent understanding of reading comprehension and has delivered comprehension training courses to other teachers. She has also been part of a maths development team and taken part in writing an effective calculation policy. She believes that learning should be exciting and stimulating and works hard to ensure children reach their full potential and achieve their goals. Rachael aims to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment in order to increase children’s confidence and promote a lifelong love of learning.
- Primary teacher
- Teaching for 8 years
Georgia V
Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths
Double Bay
Georgia Velis has been tutoring at Capra since 2008 and has taken a special interest in helping to prepare motivated students for the selective schools and scholarship tests. Georgia studied Microbiology and holds a Masters of Public Health from the University of Sydney.
- NAPLAN Exam Prep expert
- 12 years with Capra
Christina S
English, Maths
Double Bay
Christina is studying a combined degree of Arts (International Relations) and Laws at the University of Sydney. She completed Year 12 at Kambala in 2017, achieving an ATAR of 99.85. She believes that every individual has different strengths, passions and personal goals, so her approach to tutoring is to encourage students to create their own success in a style that works for them.
- 99.85 ATAR
- 2 years at Capra
- All-rounder
Emma V
English, Maths
Double Bay
Emma has been at Capra for 4 years and ranked in the top 10 of her graduating class at Ascham, receiving an ATAR in the highest 2% of the state, and is currently studying a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) at the University of Sydney. Her approach to tutoring focuses on improving results through encouraging confidence in ability, enthusiasm for learning and genuine drive for academic success.
- 4 years with Capra
- Exam prep expert
Harrison A
English, Maths
Double Bay
Harrison has been at Capra for two years and graduated from The Scots College with an ATAR of 98.15 having studied English (2 unit), Chemistry, Physics, Economics in year 12 and Maths (4 unit) in year 11 through the accelerated program. He received the Academic Excellence prize and The Thomas McCleary Scholarship for the gifted and talented whilst at school. Harrison is currently studying a Bachelor of Commerce/Engineering at The University of Sydney.
- 98.15 ATAR
- All-rounder
Nicole K
Economics, English, History, Maths
Double Bay
Nicole is currently in her second year at Harvard University studying Economics and Computer Science. She graduated in 2017 from Sydney Girls High School with an ATAR of 98.65 and Band 6 results in 13 units. At Harvard, Nicole works both as a Research Assistant for the Departments of Government and Economics, and as a Writing Tutor for the Harvard College Writing Center. She believes that the key to academic and personal success is the ability to cater to individual learning styles, something she thinks can only be achieved by building rapport with a student.
- 98.65 ATAR
- All-rounder
Thomas M
Economics, Geography, Maths, Physics
Double Bay
Thomas completed his HSC in 2018 at Shore School achieving an ATAR of 99.0 with scores in the high 90’s for Mathematics Extension 1 and 2, geography and economics. He is a highly capable and personable tutor, particularly for Senior Mathematics, as he combines a genuine interest for the subject matter whilst still having the ability to keep his students engaged and relating to the content. Thomas is currently Completing a combined Bachelors’s degree in Commerce and Engineering at the University of Sydney whilst attending St Andrew’s College.
- 99.0 ATAR
- All-rounder
Grace B
Chemistry, English, Maths
Double Bay
Grace studies Engineering and Commerce at the University of Sydney and has been tutoring at Capra for 2 years. She has tutored a range of curricula and skill levels from Year 7 through to HSC / Year 12. Over that time she has built a great rapport with her students and their families alike and is one of our most highly requested tutors for both English and Maths due to her enthusiasm, reliability and overall tutoring skill.
- Popular tutor
- All-rounder
Sam P
Chemistry, Maths, Physics
Double Bay
Sam has been tutoring at Capra for a year and graduated with an ATAR of 98.85. Sam is currently studying a combined Engineering and Commerce Degree at The University of Sydney. Since starting with us, Sam has been able to build and encourage the academic skills of his students with great success leading him to become one of our best and most popular tutors for STEM subjects.
- 98.85 ATAR
- STEM Specialist
Marcel L
Maths, Physics
Pymble
Marcel is a high-achieving and driven third-year Engineering and Science undergraduate student at UNSW with a distinction average who graduated from Knox Grammar in 2017 with an ATAR of 99.3. He showed strong leadership skills having been the Year 12 Chairman & Executive Prefect and has continued to serve the school as a Senior Academy Tutor since finishing high-school.
- 99.3 ATAR
- STEM Specialist
Catherine B
Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths
Pymble
Catherine graduated from Hornsby Girls High School with an ATAR of 99.15. She received a Band 6 in all her subjects which included Advanced English, Extension Maths, Economics, Biology and Chemistry. Catherine also has strong leadership skills, having been Vice-Captain of her school and an executive member of the Student Representative Council. She has also completed her 8th Grade AMEB Piano exam and was the winner of the best delegate award at the Macquarie University ‘United Nations Women’s Day’ event in 2018. Catherine is passionate about empowering students to improve their confidence and achieve their academic goals.
- 99.15 ATAR
- All-rounder
Justin K
Chemistry, Maths, Physics
Pymble
Justin achieved an ATAR of 99.1, having attended Cherrybrook Technology High School. He received a Band 6 in all his subjects, which included Advanced English, Physics, Chemistry, 3 unit and 4 unit Maths. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Advanced computing/Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Sydney. Justin has a deep conceptual understanding of his subjects and a desire to impart his knowledge to his students. He also integrates ‘growth mindset’ techniques into his lessons and enjoys helping students fine-tune their exam technique and achieve their academic goals.Justin also enjoys playing basketball and volleyball and has completed Grade 8 in his AMEB Piano exams.
- 99.1 ATAR
- STEM Specialist
Charlotte M
English, Geography, History, Maths, Physics
Mosman
Charlotte Mason completed her International Baccalaureate at Queenwood School and graduated in 2019 with a final score of 42 (ATAR of 99.25). Familiarity with both the HSC and IB programs gives her a holistic view of education and helps in preparing students for their final school years. Charlotte is currently studying a combined Mechatronic Engineering and Mathematical Sciences degree at the University of Sydney on a leadership scholarship. She hopes to pass on her love of learning to her students by helping them gain a deeper understanding of their respective subjects.
- 99.25 ATAR
- All-rounder
Cellina P
Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics
Mosman
Cellina is currently in her final year of a Bachelor of Science (Medical Science), majoring in Immunology and Pathology, and Anatomy and Histology, and is on-track to commence the Doctor of Medicine in 2021. She graduated from NBSC Mackellar Girls Campus in 2017 with an ATAR of 99.05, achieving HSC scores of 97 in Biology, 96 in Chemistry (Ranked 19th in the State), 94 in Mathematics Adv, 93 in Physics, and 47 in Maths Extension 1. Cellina has been awarded 3 Scholarships by the University of Sydney: The Lionel Hooke Scholarship for Personal Qualities, the Sydney Medical School Summer Research Scholarship to perform Summer Research at the University of Sydney and Dalyell Global Mobility Scholarship based on academic Merit. In 2018 and 2019, Cellina was placed on the Dean’s List of Excellence in Academics, and was also awarded the Sydney Academic Merit Prize in 2019. Cellina loves teaching and learning, and strives for a positive, compassionate and engaging learning environment in all her lessons. Cellina consistently reinforces a growth mindset and encourages students to embrace challenges seeing them as an opportunity for growth.
- 99.05 ATAR
- STEM specialist
Jessica C
English, Maths
Pymble
Jessica graduated from Abbotsleigh with an ATAR of 99.6 and is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts/Law at the University of Sydney. She received a mark of 49/50 for the HSC in English Extension 2 and a mark of 97 in English Advanced. These results reflect her strong skills in analysis and written expression. Jessica also has strong leadership experience having been Vice Head Prefect at Abbotsleigh in Yr 12.
- 99.6 ATAR
- All-rounder
Max W
Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics
Mosman
Max has a High Distinction average in his studies of Science and Electrical Engineering Engineering at The University of Sydney, and more than 4 years’ experience teaching high-school and HSC curriculum. Over his time with us previously at our Mosman centre, he has become a highly regarded tutor with both parents and tutors for Maths and Science. He prides himself on having an enthusiastic approach to learning and being able to demonstrate difficult concepts in ways that foster better understanding with students.
- STEM specialist
- 4 years tutoring
Elissa Z
Chemistry, English, Maths
Pymble
Elissa graduated from Killara High School in 2017 with Band 6 results in Mathematics, Mathematics Ext 1, Legal Studies, English (advanced), English (ext 1) and Ancient History. She is currently completing a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Majors in Chemistry & Biochemistry) at the University of Sydney. Elissa has worked as a tutor since 2016, encourage students to develop their confidence in their own abilities and helping her students improve their results as much as 50% from a pass to distinction average. She is passionate about imparting her knowledge and helping students fulfill their academic potential.
- All-rounder
- 4 years tutoring
Stuart C
English, History
Double Bay
Stuart graduated from Riverview in 2017 with an ATAR of 97.6 received Band 6’s in all subjects and ranks in the top 5 for his cohort. He has been tutoring at Capra over three years and is currently studying a Bachelor of Politics & International Relations at USYD. Since starting with us at Capra he has become one of our most popular tutors for HSC English and History and has demonstrated a strong enthusiasm for learning.
- Humanities specialist
- 3 years at Capra
Eleanor M
Chemistry, Maths
Double Bay
Eleanor graduated in 2018 as the School Captain of Ascham School and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Science at the University of Sydney, with a major in Genetics and Genomics. She has previous tutoring experience and is passionate about education, especially surrounding STEM subjects. Eleanor prides herself on making connections with students and families alike that will enable the best possible learning achievements at Capra.
- STEM specialist
- Motivational specialist
Adelaide J
English, Maths
Double Bay
Adelaide is a Qualified Primary Teacher who has been teaching for the past 6 years in primary schools throughout Sydney and is currently teaching full-time at a school in the Eastern Suburbs. Adelaide has deep experience working with children from all backgrounds, including students with autism and mixed age group classes. Adelaide genuinely loves working with children and her profession, which is evident when she is with her students.
- Teaching 6 years
- Primary specialist
Ryan B
Chemistry, English, Maths
Double Bay
Ryan graduated from Sydney Boys High in 2019 with an ATAR of 99.50, and is studying Commerce and Law at the University of Sydney. He was heavily involved in debating, orchestral, sporting and leadership programs in his time at school. Ryan is eager to share his knowledge and study techniques with his students to help them achieve their potential in school and beyond.
- 99.5 ATAR
- Exam prep expert
Alina P
English, Maths
Pymble
Alina attended North Sydney Grils High School and attained an ATAR of 98.75 in her HSC. She is currently enrolled in Commerce/Law at the University of New South Wales. Alina has had over 4 years of tutoring experience and worked with 30+ students to ensure that they excel with OC/Selective School exams as well as senior students helping them to dramatically increase their results. She approaches every lesson with an enthusiastic and friendly attitude and this combined with her patience, high level of organisation and excellent communication skills has led to great success as a tutor. Alina was also the Operations officer and Marketing Director at Generation Entrepreneur from 2017-2019, which is a non-profit organisation that empowers an entrepreneurial spirit in high school students.
- 4 years tutoring
- 98.75 ATAR
William B
Biology, Chemistry, Maths
Pymble
William graduated from The King’s School with an ATAR of 98.7 and possesses strong leadership skills having been the school Vice-Captain. He achieved a band 6 in HSC Biology, Chemistry, French Extension and Mathematics. William is highly personable, dedicated and focused on helping his students reach their academic goals.
- 98.7 ATAR
- STEM specialist
Hal C
English
Mosman
Hal is an experienced tutor, with over six years of helping primary and secondary school students achieve their highest potential. Having received first-class Honours in 2019, she is currently working on a Master’s degree at Sydney University, focusing on ethics and the philosophy of literature. She has completed an Honours Research Fellowship with Sydney Environment Institute, and now works as a research assistant with Sydney Health Ethics, and as a tutor in the university’s philosophy department. Hal’s pedagogical style emphasises critical thinking, analytic and creative acuity, and student autonomy.
- English literature expert
Jason C
Chemistry, Maths, Physics
Mosman
Jason graduated from North Sydney Boys with an ATAR of 99.85. He is now studying a combined Commerce and Science Degree. Jason feels that the current approaches to teaching concepts (especially Maths) at schools often fail to illustrate the many and surprising ways they come about in our daily lives. This is something he looks to address in his teaching.
- 99.85 ATAR
- STEM Specialist
Harry H
Maths
Mosman
Harry graduated from Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview in 2017 with an ATAR of 98.7, with Band 6 / E4 results in all Mathematics units. He focusses on developing a student’s understanding of core concepts, rather than solely on marks. He works hard to create a relaxed, casual and stress-free environment for his students. Harry is currently at Sydney University where he is completing a Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering.
- 98.7 ATAR
Elizabeth L
Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths
Mosman
Elizabeth is currently studying Chemistry and Philosophy at The University of Sydney. She graduated in 2018 from SCECGS Redlands (Cremorne) with an IB score of 41 (ATAR equivalent 98.8). At The University of Sydney, Elizabeth is also a Mentor to first-year Science students. She believes that the key to academic success lies in catering to individual students and encouraging them to grow and develop in whichever way is most suitable for them.
- 98.5 ATAR
- All-rounder
Annikka B
English
Mosman
Having completed the IB Diploma, Annikka is studying a double degree between Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts. She graduated in 2019 from Queenwood School for Girls and is passionately invested in English tutoring. In the IB she achieved a 7 – the highest band for English. She is also very adept at Maths and Physics, having won the Higher-Level Physics Prize at Queenwood. Her personal belief is to cater to all students’ unique learning styles, and having been the inaugural founder of two clubs at school, she is a dedicated tutor with long-term experience in tutoring high-school students.
- English literature expert
Adam L
Maths
Double Bay
Adam is currently in his second year of studying a Bachelor of Psychology and Linguistics within a Bachelor of Science at the University of Sydney. Adam has been tutoring for the past three years with students ranging from Year 3 to Year 12. In his HSC, Adam achieved an ATAR of 98.05, excelling in Mathematics Extension 1, Chemistry & Chemistry Extension, English and Modern History. Adam emphasises time spent in class on knowledge gaps in order to make sure his students are building their knowledge on solid foundations.
- 3 years tutoring
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