Primary School Tutoring in Adelaide for Years R–6
Primary school builds the basics: reading, writing and number. When one of them wobbles, the problem doesn't stay small. A Year 2 student who still sounds out every word will read more slowly in Year 4, just as the texts get longer and the questions get harder. Our job is to find the gap and fix it while it's still small. Not sure your child needs a tutor? Read 7 signs your child would benefit from a private tutor.
For $80 per hour, we tutor Reception to Year 6 one-on-one in reading, writing, maths and science, at your home, a local library or online.
What We Cover By Year Level:
Years R–2:
Early Primary
Letter–sound knowledge, blending and decoding, sight words, handwriting and first sentences. In maths: counting, place value, and addition and subtraction strategies. SA public schools give every Year 1 student a Phonics Screening Check, and a weak result is worth acting on early. At this age the work is short, focused practice on the basics, with plenty of reading aloud.
Years 3–4:
Middle Primary
Reading shifts from decoding to understanding: vocabulary, inference and answering with evidence from the text. Writing moves to planned narratives, recounts and persuasive texts. In maths: times tables to instant recall, multiplication and division, fractions and problem solving. Year 3 students sit NAPLAN in March, and tutors can use NAPLAN-style practice to make the format familiar. NAPLAN is a trade mark of ACARA. We're not affiliated with, or endorsed by, ACARA.
Years 5–6:
Ready for High School
In SA public schools, Year 7 has been the first year of high school since 2022, so Years 5 and 6 are the run-up. High school assumes fractions, decimals, percentages, multi-step problems and paragraph writing are solid. We close gaps before the move and build a homework routine. Year 5 students also sit NAPLAN in March. Preparing for IGNITE or a selective-entry test? That's a separate program taught by Bren.
How Primary Sessions Work
Every student starts with a short diagnostic: some reading aloud, some writing and some maths on paper. That way the tutor can see exactly where things break down, rather than guessing from a report. Sessions then follow your child's school program, with plenty of practice and quick wins to rebuild confidence. Tutors can also extend a strong student beyond the class program.
You get an update after every session on what was covered, what improved and what to practise at home. For ideas, see our guide to helping with maths at home.
Who Teaches Primary Students
Primary students are taught by our high-achieving tutors, every one interviewed, reference-checked, and holding a current WWCC and National Police Check. Tutors are matched by year level and by the kind of help your child needs. A Reception child learning letter sounds and a Year 6 student polishing persuasive writing need very different people. You can meet the tutor in a free, no-obligation online meeting first.
Bren personally teaches IGNITE and selective-entry preparation, and has helped prepare 20+ students for selective entry and IGNITE tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Reception too young for tutoring?
Not if there's a reason. If letter sounds or counting aren't sticking, short, focused sessions help. If your child doesn't need tutoring, we'll tell you on the call.
Do you prepare students for NAPLAN?
We use NAPLAN-style practice so the format is familiar. Most of the work is the reading, writing and maths skills NAPLAN measures.
Do you prepare students for IGNITE and selective entry?
Yes, through a separate program taught by Bren. See IGNITE one-on-one preparation.
Online or in person for a younger child?
Both work. Read online vs in-home tutoring to decide.
Any questions? Ready to book?
Contact us directly or complete the enquiry form, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your child’s learning needs, goals and suitable tutoring options.
