What parents have to say about tutoring from AHeadStart.
"Eva got excellence for all her internals in science this year and also did well in her prelims. This means that she qualifies for a science award at prize giving. Even though she has always had a good understanding of science, the tutoring has really helped her write her answers in the way they want."
Eva’s mother Frances, November 2014
Year 11, Science
“Veronika enjoyed her first session with Helena, she thinks that Helena is a very knowledgeable and helpful tutor. Veronika is looking forward to her next session on Friday!”
Veronika’s mother Lana, March 2015
Year 12, Mathematics & Physics
“Mae has found Emma to be an excellent tutor. She was punctual, knowledgeable and friendly. Mae said she could always answer her questions and was an informative teacher. Her exact words were "she knew heaps about chemistry!"
Please pass on our thanks to Emma.”
Mae’s mother Truus, November 2015
Year 12, Chemistry
"Isaac checked his results today and was delighted to see he had English endorsed with excellence. Two excellences and one merit so please pass on our thanks to Paula."
Isaac’s mother Jenny, January 2014
Year 11, English
“Zac was very helpful with the graphs which was an area Ashleigh has been struggling with in Economics. Hopefully with Zac's support she will be able to successfully pass her second sitting of her economics internal open book exam before the end of the term.”
Ashleigh’s father Karl, June 2016
Year 12, Economics
“We assessed AHeadStart and Kip McGrath. My son had a definite preference for AHeadStart as it was much more 'slick' and professional with younger tutors.”
Peter’s mother, January 2016
Year 9, Mathematics & Science
“Ethan very happy with Hamish. All positive feedback from last night’s tuition, with explanations provided helpful as to what he needs to write for excellence level.”
Ethan’s father Brett, May 2015
Year 10, Level 2 Mathematics & Physics
"Hamish did much better than we expected with his Economics exam.
All indications from parent interview/school reports were that Hamish was struggling. So, I suspect these results are a result of the excellent work Alexandria has been doing with Hamish. Please thank her. She has a lovely personable manner as well."
Hamish's mother Fiona, August 2025
Year 12 Economics
"Thanks heaps for all the great work you have done with Bryony over the last 3 years. She has really enjoyed working with you, and you can certainly take credit for her results so far. I think you have a great way of relating to her, and getting the best from her in a non-threatening way. I wish you well for the future."
Bryony’s mother Paula, December 2012
Year 13, Level 3 Chemistry, Physics & Statistics
“Josh did enjoy and found the tutorials very helpful from Blake, Max and Hugh. Next year he will decide which scholarship subjects to take. He will be wanting assistance with tutorials in 2016 and I will get in touch with you with his requirements as soon as I can.”
Josh’s mother Cate, December 2015
Year 12, Level 2 Accounting, Economics, English & Mathematics
"[My daughter] was advised not to attempt Chem or Stats as her level 2 results were not good enough. She passed all of her internals with some merit passes. She has worked very hard with the tuition showing her how to maximise her efforts."
Mother of student December 2009
Year 13, Level 3 Chemistry & Statistics
“Ben is very happy with James. James is teaching Ben stuff that Ben's teacher isn't teaching, which fills in the gaps for Ben. So we are all happy!”
Ben’s mother Sarah, March 2016
Year 12, Mathematics & Physics
“Charlie said it went really well & Josh was great - cool in fact! He believes Josh has made a difference already! Thanks heaps.”
Charlie’s mother Jane, August 2015
Year 11, Mathematics
“Dawn said she had a very good experience & Aaron is a very good teacher. She got excellence for her NCEA English & Classics.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for guiding her in her English subject.”
Dawn’s mother Doreen, January 2016
Year 13, English
“We have been very impressed with the tutorial service you are providing. Anna has been wonderful teacher of Physics.”
Emma’s mother Elizabeth, November 2015
Year 13, Physics
“Hi Melanie
Sorry for late response but in relation to Friday’s session the feedback I received from Braxton was really good. He said it was a really good session with Zak and he understands what they were working on sooooo much better so please can you pass on my thanks to Zak.
Kind Regards, Donna.”
Braxton’s mother Donna, May 2016
Year 11, Accounting
"I hope Bevan passed message on that Matt made a huge improvement in Cambridge maths mid yr exam. 68%! He’s feeling good about it!"
Matt’s mother Robyn, June 2012
Year 11, Level 1 Mathematics
"The tutorials are going well and he got a lot out of the most recent one with Robert. I wish we had started them earlier!"
Alex’s mother Lois, July 2014
Year 11, Physics
“Melanie, I meant to call you on Friday to say how delighted Jordan was with the pack and goodies and how impressed both he and Fletcher were with Michael. They said he's making physics sound so achievable.
Please pass on my congratulations to Michael - he may be able to crack the 'code' and get Jordan excited about science again.
Looking forward to tomorrow. Liza.”
Jordan’s mother Liza, April 2016
Year 12, Physics
"Mikayla absolutely adored Laura and James, they were both so amazing and helped her so much. I know they really had to work hard in getting Mikayla up to scratch and without their help she would not have been able to get through this year, so I am incredibly grateful for all their hard work and for your service that you offer!"
Mikayla’s mother Leeann, November 2014
Year 11, English & Mathematics
“Hi Melanie
Having Aria as Mackenzie's tutor for Maths has been the best decision - it has made a huge difference to her understanding of the topic. This has shown up in her confidence and been reflected in her grades at school. One to one lessons has been the great benefit compared to the classroom where she struggled to get the teachers attention for most of the year. Mackenzie did well in her internal geometric reasoning exam and felt confident going into the end of year exam - however she said it was a strange exam compared to what they had been learning so end results will tell.
So please give Aria a huge thank you and we would love to have her time again next year. Overall I am pleased with your service and the reports provide Mackenzie with great support.
So best wishes for the end of the year and I will re-enrol for next year.
Many thanks, Bronwyn”
Mackenzie’s mother Bronwyn, November 2016
Year 11, Mathematics
"Thanks for everything - exams went well and just await results in January. Jackson was delightful and has the makings of a great teacher / communicator of science - a young man going places!"
Josie’s mother Juliet, November 2014
Year 12, Chemistry & Physics
“Sean has been outstanding, as always, and Tom has had fantastic marks this year, graduating middle school with a Distinction, Sean has been instrumental in this. He has also been wonderful with Ethan, who can be a challenging boy at times!
I hope you have a lovely Christmas, and thank you to you and Sean for all your support this year.
Best wishes, Jo”
Ethan’s and Tom’s mother Jo, December 2016
Year 6 & Year 10, Mathematics & Science
“Callum has found his sessions very helpful and we are grateful to have been able to get this organized at such a late stage of the year so - a big thank you to you! We have found your service great."
Callum’s mother Sara, November 2013
Year 13 Calculus & Physics
“We have been very happy with how it all went. Sarah was very patient and related really well with Nicole. She went into NCEA exams quite confident which is something I didn't think I would see. Previous to the meeting Sarah she would stress out at thoughts of any test.
She has managed over 80 credits already without even relying on credits from her external exams and is really proud of herself. I know Sarah thought there was always so much to get through in a session and felt rushed but she did a great job and we really appreciated her help.
I have recommended your business to a couple of friends with students heading into exams next year and will be in contact."
Nicole’s mother Alison, November 2013
Year 11 English, Mathematics & Science
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