The members of Wise Minds Tutoring

What is the role of a Senior Tutor?

Our senior tutors are the leaders within the Wise Minds community. Each senior tutor is the head and go-to person for a ‘tutor group’ and has the responsibility for ensuring the highest quality tuition from each of their tutors. In addition, they are the contact for organising lesson times, timetabling and queries. All Wise Minds students are placed into a tutor group and both the students and parents have the ability to contact their tutor or senior tutor directly.

What is the role of a Tutor?

The tutors at Wise Minds are a group of brilliant, compassionate individuals who are selected for their ability to simplify complex subjects, teach and mentor. Each tutor has a unique skillset which provides a wide diversity of expertise within Wise Minds, which means the sciences are tutored by published academics whereas English is taught by literary experts and passionate writers. Each tutor brings a valuable and unique outlook on teaching and this diversity of thought improves the quality of both the teaching and mentorship at Wise Minds.

Rhys Knowles - Senior Tutor

Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Hi everyone! I am Rhys and I am the founder of Wise Minds Tutoring. I have been tutoring a number of subjects for many years now and absolutely love it. For this reason, I decided to expand my scope by starting a small family-owned business that provides excellent personalised tutoring for students of any age. I have hand-picked the best tutors I know to provide a service that is second to none. I have personally worked with students that have gone on to do incredible things such as Medicine, Law, PhDs and many of our students have skipped multiple years of schooling. I love seeing the success of our students, and I hope we can help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • 7 Years of private tutoring experience with students ranging from high-school to postgraduates.

  • Tutored and demonstrated undergraduate students in multiple subjects including chemistry, neuroscience, biology and anatomy at the Australian National University (2017-present).

  • Multiple scientific publications and currently active within the science research community.

      University Education:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Neuroscience (2023)

  • Bachelor of Philosophy (PhB) with first-class Honours (Neuroscience) and a high-distinction average (2019).

  • Currently a second-year Doctor of Medicine and Surgery student at the Australian National University.

English, Maths and Science

My name is Vincent and I am a tutor with experience tutoring students from as young as kindergarten to year 12. I have a passion for effectively communicating science and the arts and I pursued these interests by completing a Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne. During my studies, I undertook extensive study in science, maths, philosophy and arts, and I have been tutoring them during this time. Furthermore, I have experience mentoring and teaching students of various backgrounds. I am adept at gauging students learning needs and strategies to achieve success academically. On top of academic tutoring, I am passionate in teaching my students lifelong skills on how to manage stress and their tasks at school, as well as in life. In my view, tutoring can only be successful if academic mentoring is paired with the social and emotional skills to manage the rigours of school. I am now a first-year medical student at the Australian National University (ANU).

Qualifications and Experience:

  • 5 years of tutoring experience with students ranging from Kindergarten to Year 12 in Australian and IB curricula.

  • Mentoring experience via youth sports coaching, mentoring programs, and directing stress management seminars.

      University Education:

  • Bachelor of Biomedicine (University of Melbourne)

  • Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) (first-class) (Australian National University)

  • Currently a second-year Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) Student at the Australian National University

Vincent Batchelor - Senior Tutor

Our Tutors:

Corben Hart

Biology, Physics, History, Mathematics

Hi, my name is Corben. I’m a passionate and engaged tutor with a particular interest in tailoring my  lessons to each individual student I take on board. I’ve had a mix of volunteer and private tutoring experience prior to joining Wise Minds. I love tutoring Physics, Chemistry and Biology at a high-school level, and introducing new concepts at a primary level. I have found a balance between explanation and fun have worked well in both keeping students engaged while also providing them opportunities to practice and learn.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science from the Australian National University (Distinction Average) – Major in Ecology, Minor in Chemistry

  • Currently studying a Doctor of Medicine and Surgery at the Australian National University

Laura Gatto

Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Italian, English

Hello! My name is Laura, and I am a tutor with Wise Minds tutoring. I have experience with tutoring in the past and have a passion for teaching. I love being able to provide students with knowledge and confidence in their ability to learn!

· 2 years of tutoring experience, ranging from primary school to year 12 high school level.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Biomedicine (2021)

  • Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) (2022)

  • Master of Nursing Science (2023)

  • Currently studying a Doctor of Medicine and Surgery at the Australian National University

Lachlan Stevenson

Physics, Mathematics, History, English

Hello there! I'm Lachlan, and part of the tutoring team here at Wise Minds Tutoring. I bring a dynamic blend of knowledge and enthusiasm to the table and my multidisciplinary background has long fuelled a passion for both the humanities and sciences, as well as bridging the gap between them. As a tutor, I strive to create an engaging and supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to explore new concepts and tackle challenges head-on. With a focus on fostering confidence, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, I aim to make each session engaging and rewarding.

· 2 years of tutoring experience, ranging from primary school to year 12 high school level.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) with a specialisation in Advanced Physics and a minor in Mathematics

  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a major in History and a minor in Philosophy

  • Currently a history Honours student at the Australian National University.

Brendan Huynh

Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Hi! I’m Brendan, one of the Wise Minds tutors. As a committed and enthusiastic tutor, I endeavour to make the tutoring experience as interactive as possible, aiming to create an environment that is conducive towards learning. I believe that students should enjoy what they are learning and find satisfaction in exploring new concepts. This is why I will assist each student in finding their passion, whilst reinforcing their strengths and building strategies to overcome points of difficulty. Looking forward to meeting you!

Qualifications and Experience:

·       Bachelor of Health Science (2022)

·       Currently studying a Doctor of Medicine and Surgery at the Australian National University