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Isla King

Isla King

Isla’s patience, organisation, and attention to detail are pivotal components of her tutoring approach, as she wholeheartedly devotes her efforts to her students’ success. With the personal philosophy of self-discipline and hard work acting as the basis for her outstanding academic results, Isla motivates her students to replicate such dedication throughout their studies.

Results and qualifications

  • ATAR: 99.90
  • State Ranks: 20th in NSW for Legal Studies
  • School: St Catherine’s School Waverley (Dux)
  • University: The University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Commerce (majoring in Economics and Finance), followed by the Jurisdoctor
  • Subjects: Mathematics Advanced (99/100, 1st at St Catherine’s), Mathematics Ext. 1 (48/50, 1st at St Catherine’s), Business Studies (97/100, 1st at St Catherine’s), Economics (96/100, 1st at St Catherine’s), Legal Studies (97/100, 1st at St Catherine’s), English Ext. 1 (48/50, 1st at St Catherine’s), English Advanced (96/100, 3rd at St Catherine’s)
  • Chancellor’s Scholarship, Alan D Latham Scholarship
  • Declined Scholarships: Chancellor’s Scholarship at the University of Sydney, National University Scholarship at ANU

Approach to tutoring

Isla is passionate about using a tailored and niche approach to each individual student, in order to maximise both academic performance and mental wellbeing. Isla’s personal experience has anchored her devotion to maintaining a level of confidence in one’s academic skill, a state only achieved via maximising strengths and minimising weaknesses. Through her intense preparation with students, Isla ensures they are able to progress in their results whilst cementing an appreciation for the subjects themselves - something that is key for long-term improvement and motivation. Isla works with students in a highly organised and focused manner, ensuring efficacy and productivity through regular feedback and commitment to their goals. Overarchingly, through acting as both a mentor and a support person, Isla leads her students to success.

Biography

Isla grew up in Bondi, Sydney, attending St Charles Primary School from Kindergarten to Year 4. She then moved to St Catherine’s School Waverley, which she graduated from in Year 12 being the highest ATAR achiever at her school.

Focusing on her interest in both mathematics and humanities, Isla decided to complete a Bachelor of Commerce followed by the Jurisdoctor at The University of Melbourne - moving interstate to experience college life and explore a new place. In addition to tutoring, Isla participates in multiple dance classes per week, and is involved in various sporting and dancing opportunities available through Queens College at The University of Melbourne. She loves to see her friends and family, read, travel, and rewatch nostalgic Disney movies from time to time!