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Burwood, NSW

Find a Tutor in Burwood

Updated 30 June 2026·4 min read

A great local tutor in Burwood gives your child one-on-one support matched to the NSW Syllabus, whether they need NAPLAN prep, selective-school coaching or HSC help to reach Band 6.

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Key takeaways

Finding a tutor in Burwood is straightforward with Top of the Class. Here is what to know:

  • Typical rates: Primary $45-$70/hr, Years 7-10 $55-$85/hr, HSC $70-$110/hr
  • Sessions run in-home, online or near Burwood station and local libraries
  • Our matching team reviews every enquiry personally; you choose the tutor who fits
  • Local focus covers NESA HSC, selective-school entry, NAPLAN Years 3-9 and Stage 4-5 NSW Syllabus
  • First-lesson satisfaction guarantee on every match

Local expertise

What Burwood families ask for

Why Burwood families choose tutoring

Burwood is a high-ambition suburb. Families here want their children in selective schools and strong HSC cohorts. Nearly 3,900 school-age children live in the area. Competition for places at selective schools nearby is real. One-on-one tutoring gives your child a focused, calm edge over classroom learning alone.

What students need at each stage

Primary students need solid Maths and English before NAPLAN. Years 7 and 8 cover Stage 4 of the NSW Syllabus, algebra, essay writing and scientific thinking all arrive at once. Stage 5 in Years 9 and 10 lifts the pace again. The students who do best in the HSC are usually the ones who got targeted help early in those middle years. A local tutor who knows the NESA curriculum keeps your child on track at every stage.

Selective and HSC focus

Burwood families regularly target selective high schools nearby. The selective-school test is specific and coachable. A tutor who knows the test format helps your child practise the right skills. For HSC students, the goal is a strong ATAR to open doors at the University of Sydney, UNSW or UTS. Reaching Band 6 in even one or two subjects makes a real difference to that final score. The right tutor knows exactly what NESA examiners look for and trains your child to deliver it.

Local schools

- Burwood Girls High School
Secondary
- PLC Sydney (Presbyterian Ladies' College)
- Burwood Public School
Government
- St Patrick's College Strathfield
- Meriden School

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Year levels covered

Is this the right fit for your child?

Whether your child needs to build confidence, prepare for selective entry, or push for a strong ATAR — the right tutor is in our network.

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Years 3–6

NAPLAN & Primary

Reading fluency, phonics, early numeracy, and NAPLAN at Years 3 and 5. OC test preparation for families targeting the Opportunity Class pathway.

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Years 7–10

Stage 4 & Stage 5

Core subject support across Maths, English, Science and HSIE. Building confidence before the HSC years while keeping pace with the NSW Syllabus.

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Years 11–12

HSC & ATAR

Mathematics Advanced, Extension 1 and 2, English Advanced, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Economics. Tutors understand NESA exam structure and mark-band expectations.

Selective Entry

Selective & OC Prep

Targeted preparation for selective school entry tests and OC placement tests. Structured planning from Stage 4 level, aligned with the ACER-based assessment format.

The process

Three steps.
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Tell Us About Your Child

Share your child's year level, the subjects they need help with, and your location. Takes under 2 minutes.

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We Find the Perfect Tutor

We search our network of experienced local tutors to find the right match for your child's year level, subjects, and budget.

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Get Connected Within 24 Hours

We make the introduction and you connect directly with the tutor to arrange your first session.

Transparent pricing

Tutoring rates in Burwood

Year levelSession typeTypical Australian rate
Primary (Years 3-6)1-on-1$45-$70/hr
Years 7-10 (Stage 4 and 5)1-on-1$55-$85/hr
HSC (Years 11-12)1-on-1$70-$110/hr
NAPLAN / selective prep1-on-1$55-$90/hr

Rates are typical national ranges for independent Australian tutors and may vary by subject and experience.

One or two sessions per fortnight is the most common arrangement. Matching is always free for families.

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Full curriculum coverage

Subjects covered in Burwood

Most in-demand subjects for Burwood students:

  • Primary Maths and English (Years 3-6)
  • NAPLAN preparation (Years 3, 5, 7 and 9)
  • Selective High School Test prep
  • Stage 4 Maths and English (Years 7-8)
  • Stage 5 Maths, Science and English (Years 9-10)
  • HSC English Advanced and Standard
  • HSC Maths Standard, Advanced and Extension 1
  • HSC Chemistry, Biology and Physics
  • HSC Economics and Business Studies
EnglishEnglish AdvancedHSC ChemistryBiologyPhysicsHSC EconomicsNAPLAN preparationPrimary MathsBusiness StudiesMathematics AdvancedMathematics Extension 1Mathematics Extension 2English StandardChemistryEconomicsHistory ExtensionScience (Stage 4–5)NAPLAN Preparation
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Top of the Class matches you to an experienced local tutor in Burwood through a simple, personal process. When you enquire, our matching team reads your request directly. They are real people, not an algorithm. They look at your child's year level, the subjects they need help with and your schedule. Then you browse a shortlist of experienced tutors and choose the one who feels right for your family. You are never locked in. If the first lesson is not the right fit, our first-lesson satisfaction guarantee has you covered. Sessions can run in your home, online, or at a convenient spot near Burwood. You stay in control every step of the way.

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