Helping Every Student Thrive — One Lesson at a Time

What Makes Dean’s Tutoring Place Different

Supportive tutoring that builds confidence and real results

At Dean’s Tutoring Place, we do more than tutoring — we build confidence, strengthen skills, and help students become independent learners.

Every student is supported, encouraged, and guided to succeed.

Our approach includes:

• Lessons tailored to each student

• Patient, qualified tutors

• Focus on confidence and progress

• Support from Prep to Year 12

• Trusted tutoring in the Burdekin + online options

Proudly supporting Burdekin families with in-centre tutoring in Ayr and online Australia-wide.

What We Offer

Expert tutoring at every stage, tailored for confident success.

Mathematics

English

• Strong foundations in numeracy and problem-solving

• Support from early concepts to exam preparation

• Personalised maths tutoring from Prep to Year 12

• Literacy, comprehension and vocabulary development

• Writing, grammar and communication skills

• Support for confident readers and writers from Prep to Year 10

Science

• Core understanding across biology, chemistry and physics

• Hands-on learning that builds curiosity and confidence

• Support for students from Prep to Year 10

Physics

• Senior Physics concept support

• Problem-solving & exam preparation

• Targeted tutoring for Years 11–12

Chemistry

• Senior Chemistry concept support

• Calculations & exam preparation

• Targeted tutoring for Years 11–12

• Personalised help with schoolwork

• Builds confidence & understanding

• Support from Prep to Year 12

Homework Support

Sibling Discount

• 5% discount for sibling enrolments

• Applies from Prep to Year 12

• A simple way to save and support every child

Our Approach

Tailoring lessons to each student's individual needs.

A friendly, engaging approach to student growth.

Experienced Tutors

Positive Growth

Our qualified tutors bring knowledge, skill and patience.

Not just academic success, but building confidence and resilience.

Personalised Learning

Location & Flexibility

• Based in Ayr — supporting students across the Burdekin region

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• Face-to-face tutoring in a focused and supportive learning environment.

• Ideal for students who benefit from structured, in-person guidance and hands-on support.

We make tutoring convenient and accessible for families, offering flexible options to suit your lifestyle

Online Tutoring

Flexible Learning

• Available Australia-wide

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• Interactive online lessons delivered by experienced tutors.

• Flexible, engaging and accessible from the comfort of home.

• Designed to fit your families schedule

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• Flexible session times and personalised learning plans to support busy families and individual learning needs.

In-Centre Tutoring

Meet Our Tutors

Together, we guide your child's path to success

Dean O'Shea

Tonya O'Shea

Dr. Nandana Ariyaratne

Director & Academic Tutor

• 15+ years tutoring experience

• Specialises in Maths, Science & Physics

• Bachelor of Manufacturing Engineering & Marketing Business

• Postgraduate Diploma in Education

• Builds confidence through structured, supportive teaching

Academic Tutor

Academic Tutor

• BSc (First Class Honours), PhD (Chemistry)

• Diploma in Secondary Teaching

• Teaches Year 11–12 Chemistry

• Supports Maths & Science across Years 8–11

• Builds confidence through clear explanations

• 10+ years tutoring experience

• Specialises in Primary Maths & English

• Teacher Aide experience

• Builds confidence through structured, supportive learning

Ready to support your child's learning journey?

Whether your child needs extra support, confidence building or help reaching their full potential, we’re hear to help every step of the way.

Download our Information Pack

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Flexible options • In-centre & online support • Trusted by local families