Oliver Oayda
Oliver is a talented and accomplished Physics, Chemistry and Humanities tutor in his third year working at Premier Tutors. Oliver was the Dux of The Scots College Bellevue Hill, graduating with an ATAR of 99.90 which has been the highest ATAR achieved at the school in many years. Oliver placed 7th in NSW for Chemistry and achieved highly across all of his subjects.
He is highly responsive to his students’ needs, providing them with the confidence and ability to achieve educational success. Comfortable with both the Sciences and the Humanities, he aims to cater to a broad range of students and instil a deep passion for learning.
Results and qualifications
- ATAR: 99.90
- State Ranks: 7th in NSW for Chemistry
- School: The Scots College (Dux of College)
- University: The University of Sydney, Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws (Sydney Scholars Award)
- Debating: Scots 1sts 2018 (ISDA and GPS), 3rds NSW Representative Debating 2018, GPS Team
- Subjects: English Advanced (97/100, 2nd at TSC), Ancient History (97/100, 1st at TSC), Chemistry (97/100, 1st at TSC), English Ext. 1 (98/100, 1st at TSC), English Ext. 2 (98/100, 1st at TSC), Physics (93/100, 3rd at TSC)
- 1st Place Bond University National High School Mooting Competition
- School Oratory Prize (2014, 2015, 2018)
Approach to tutoring
Oliver emphasises a personalised approach to communication, presenting ideas in a clear, concise and engaging manner that is individually tailored to a student’s needs. He understands that each student learns through different methods, and as such is flexible and adaptable in his teaching style.
Oliver also works diligently to guarantee that each student can be at their very best during their formative educational years. He provides targeted feedback and implements careful strategies to maximise his students’ potential and confidence before assessments, in turn allowing them to improve appreciably and consistently.
Finally, he understands that formative education can pose strenuous challenges, and as such works tirelessly to ensure that each student overcomes any difficulty and achieves their goals.
Biography
Oliver grew up in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. Attending The Scots College in Bellevue Hill from Kindergarten to Year 12, he graduated as Dux in 2018.
Oliver applied himself to studying a broad range of subjects at school, undertaking a balanced education between the humanities and the sciences. His passion for each ensured strong academic results, including a state rank in HSC Chemistry. He also sought a wide range of extra-curricular activities, improving his communication and analytical skills through Public Speaking, Debating and a Diploma from the Australian Speech Communications Association, as well as Mock Trial and Mooting.
Oliver is now studying a combined Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws at the University of Sydney. In addition to tutoring and studying at university, Oliver is looking to compete with the Sydney University Law Society in Mooting and Witness Examination. He also enjoys reading and writing fiction, researching philosophy and has a passion for skiing.