Find a Tutor in Glebe
Top of the Class connects Glebe families with the right tutor for their child's year level, subject, and goals, usually within a few hours of enquiry. Glebe sits minutes from the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, two of the most sought-after destinations for NSW graduates. That proximity shapes what local families ask us for: strong HSC results, competitive ATAR scores, and early preparation for selective school entry.
Year levels covered
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Whether your child needs to build confidence, prepare for selective entry, or push for a strong ATAR — the right tutor is in our network.
NAPLAN & Primary
Reading fluency, phonics, early numeracy, and NAPLAN at Years 3 and 5. OC test preparation for families targeting the Opportunity Class pathway.
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.
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 & 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.
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Tutoring rates in Glebe
Tutoring in Glebe typically starts from around $55+/hour for primary students and from $80+/hour for HSC subjects. In-person sessions may carry a small additional fee depending on tutor location and travel.
One or two sessions per fortnight is the most common arrangement. Matching is always free for families.
“The process was so simple — we didn't have to search or compare anyone. Within 24 hours we had an introduction to a fantastic tutor who truly understands our daughter's needs.”
Sarah M.
Parent of Year 9 student, Glebe
Local expertise
What Glebe families ask for
HSC students in Glebe study under the NSW Syllabus set by NESA. Assessment tasks count for 50% of the final mark; the external exam counts for the remaining 50%. A subject-specialist tutor helps with both, from structuring assessment responses to working through past HSC papers.
Top of the Class connects Glebe families with the right tutor for their child's year level, subject, and goals, usually within a few hours of enquiry.
Glebe sits minutes from the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, two of the most sought-after destinations for NSW graduates. That proximity shapes what local families ask us for: strong HSC results, competitive ATAR scores, and early preparation for selective school entry.
Local Schools and What Families Ask Us
The most common requests we see from Glebe families involve students at Glebe Public School, Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus, and St Scholastica's College Glebe Point. Selective school ambitions are high in this part of the Inner West. The three schools Glebe families most often target are Sydney Boys High, Sydney Girls High, and Fort Street High (Better Education, 2024). All three require strong results across the ACER-style selective entry test, and the right tutor can make a measurable difference in preparation.
For HSC, the top-ranked schools near Glebe include Sydney Grammar, Newington College, and St Andrews Cathedral School (Better Education 2024 rankings). Students working toward Band 5 and Band 6 outcomes in subjects like Mathematics Extension, English Advanced, and the sciences benefit most from a tutor who knows the NESA syllabus and can work through past HSC papers systematically.
Tutoring Rates in Glebe
Rates reflect year level and subject complexity. The table below shows starting rates for both online and in-person sessions.
| Year Level | From (online or in person) |
|---|---|
| Primary (Years 3–6) | $55+/hr |
| Years 7–10 (Stage 4 and Stage 5) | $65+/hr |
| HSC Years 11–12 (Stage 6) | $80+/hr |
| HSC Extension Maths or Science | $90+/hr |
| Selective School Prep | $70+/hr |
In-person sessions may carry a small additional fee depending on tutor location and travel.
One or two sessions a fortnight is the most common arrangement for primary students. HSC students in Year 12 typically move to weekly sessions from Term 3 onward as trial exams approach.
What the HSC Looks Like From Glebe
Glebe students sit the HSC under NESA rules, which means school-based assessment tasks count for 50% of the final mark and the external exam counts for the other 50%. A tutor who understands the NSW Syllabus for each subject can help students structure their assessment tasks as well as revise for exams. This is different from simply helping a student do homework. The best HSC tutor for a Glebe student is one who has worked through the current syllabus document and knows which dot points carry most weight in the external exam.
With the University of Sydney and UTS both reachable by public transport from Glebe, many families have a clear university destination in mind. The ATAR required for courses like Law, Medicine, Engineering, and Commerce at those two universities is well-documented. Past students have achieved the scores needed for competitive courses when preparation started early and was structured around the NESA syllabus.
How to Get Started
Submit one enquiry through the form on this page. Tell us your child's year level, the subject or subjects you need help with, and whether you prefer online or in-person sessions. The Top of the Class team reviews every enquiry personally and connects you with the tutor who fits your child's situation. Your tutor reaches out directly to introduce themselves and arrange a first session. Every first lesson comes with a satisfaction guarantee: if it is not the right fit, we find you a better one.
All tutors connected through Top of the Class confirm their Working With Children Check status when they join. You can ask to see it before the first session.
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Schools our tutors cover
Glebe families most often ask us about tutoring for students at Glebe Public School, Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus, and St Scholastica's College Glebe Point. Selective school targets in the area include Sydney Boys High, Sydney Girls High, and Fort Street High.
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Subjects covered in Glebe
Tutors cover every stage of the NSW curriculum from NAPLAN preparation through to the full Stage 6 HSC course range.
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There is no lock-in contract. Sessions continue on your terms, at whatever pace suits your child and your schedule.
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