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Updated 14 May 2026·11 min read

Top of the Class connects Hawthorn families with qualified local tutors across all year levels, from primary NAPLAN preparation to VCE subjects at schools like Scotch College and Swinburne Senior Secondary College.

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Parent of Year 9 student, Hawthorn

Tutoring Rates

Tutoring Rates in Hawthorn

Year LevelSession TypeTypical Rate
Primary (Yr 2-6)1-on-1 private$65-$90/hr
High School General (Yr 7-10)1-on-1 private$75-$100/hr
VCE General (Yr 11-12)1-on-1 private$90-$120/hr
VCE Specialist Maths / Chemistry1-on-1 private$100-$130/hr
Selective Entry / Scholarship Prep1-on-1 private$85-$115/hr
UCAT / GAMSAT Prep1-on-1 private$110-$150/hr

Tutoring centres in the Glenferrie Road area and nearby Camberwell offer group coaching at approximately $40-$65 per hour per student. Group sessions can work for consolidating content, but students needing targeted VCE support typically benefit more from focused 1-on-1 time. Find a tutor within your budget.

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Where Our Tutors Work

Schools in Hawthorn our tutors cover

Scotch College
CombinedIndependentYrs Prep-12
Swinburne Senior Secondary College
SecondaryGovernmentYrs 11-12
Hawthorn West Primary School
PrimaryGovernmentYrs Prep-6
Auburn South Primary School
PrimaryGovernmentYrs Prep-6
Erasmus Primary School
PrimaryCatholicYrs Prep-6
Subjects & Year Levels

What Tutors in Hawthorn Cover

Primary school students in Hawthorn most commonly need support in foundational maths, reading and writing, and NAPLAN preparation for Years 3 and 5. Scholarship and selective entry exam preparation for Year 5 and 6 students is also in high demand across the Inner East. At secondary level, Years 7 to 10 students frequently seek maths, English, and science tutoring, with an emphasis on building strong study habits before VCE. VCE demand is concentrated in Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, English, English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Psychology, Legal Studies, and History are also regularly requested. For students in Year 12 and beyond, UCAT and GAMSAT preparation is available through tutors with relevant science and verbal reasoning backgrounds. Hawthorn's proximity to Swinburne University means some tutors are postgraduate students with current subject knowledge, a genuine advantage for complex VCE topics.

Before You Book

Choosing the Right Tutor in Hawthorn

Before confirming sessions with any tutor, take these steps as a parent. Ask for the tutor's Working With Children Check number and verify it yourself at workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au, the process takes under a minute. Ask directly about their tertiary qualifications and their experience with your child's specific subject and year level. A Specialist Maths tutor should have a mathematics or engineering background, not just general tutoring experience. Finally, book a trial lesson before agreeing to an ongoing arrangement. This gives your child a chance to assess the fit and gives you the information you need to make a confident decision. Top of the Class is a directory platform; all verification steps are the parent's responsibility and are worth completing every time.

Local Area

Tutoring in Hawthorn

Hawthorn is home to a diverse community of families who value education. With a mix of public, private, and Catholic schools, students benefit from a range of learning environments — but many still need personalised support outside the classroom.

Private tutoring in Hawthorn helps bridge the gap between classroom teaching and individual learning needs, whether preparing for selective school entry, HSC exams, or building confidence in core subjects.

Points of Interest

Hawthorn LibraryHawthorn ParkHawthorn Town HallHawthorn Community Centre
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