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Stephen Witts

Stephen Witts

Stephen is one of Premier Tutors’ finest and most experienced tutors. In his fourth year working at the company, Stephen specialises in Mathematics, English and Economics Tutoring. Stephen graduated as the Dux of St Aloysius’ College in 2017 scoring a perfect result of 100/100 in Mathematics Ext. 1 and a perfect ATAR of 99.95. Stephen also scored 98/100 in Extension 2 Mathematics, and 96/100 for English Advanced. Stephen won all applicable academic subject prizes at St Aloysius’ College, placing 1st in his candidature for all of his subjects.

Stephen currently studies a Bachelor of Arts/Doctor of Medicine double degree at the University of Sydney after receiving the Chancellor’s Scholarship. This course is the most competitive University Course to be admitted into in Australia and is only open to those who receive perfect ATARs and are then successful in an interview which itself has an admissions rate of less than 30%.

Results and qualifications

  • ATAR: 99.95
  • State Ranks: 5th in NSW for German Continuers
  • School: St. Aloysius’ College Milson’s Point Sydney (Dux 2017)
  • University: The University of Sydney, Bachelor of Arts/Doctor of Medicine
  • UMAT: 99th Percentile
  • HSC Subjects: Mathematics Ext. 1 (100/100), Mathematics Ext. 2 (98/100), German Cont. (97/100, 5th in NSW), English Adv. (96/100), Economics (97/100), Chemistry (95/100), Mathematics Adv. (99/100)
  • Prizes: 1st at SAC for Mathematics (Year 8-12), 1st at SAC for Economics (Year 11-12), 1st at SAC for Chemistry (Year 11-12)
  • Chancellor’s Scholarship at the University of Sydney (2018) valued at $10,000
  • Scholarship to attend St. John’s College at the University of Sydney (2018) valued at $10,000
  • Public Speaking (2017)
  • Debating – (Firsts Team 2017) ISDA, FED, CAS (premiers 2014, 2016)
  • Duke of Edinburgh bronze award (2015),
  • Sports: Volleyball (Firsts Team 2016/2017), Football, Basketball
  • Bond University High School Mooting Competition 2016
  • Philosophy - Cranbrook School Philosothon 2014, 2015 - Captain of the Bellarmine Academy 2016

Approach to tutoring

Stephen is an ideal tutor for anyone looking for a single tutor that can help them across the board academically, particularly for those seeking our medical admissions advisory services. With excellent communication skills, Stephen is well known for his ability to help students understand complex concepts quickly and thoroughly. He is has developed an extremely in-depth knowledge of the Mathematics courses, with his extensive tutoring and content development experience at Premier Tutors through the years. Stephen is personable and outgoing and is always willing to invest extra time to help his students succeed.

Stephen focuses on the holistic growth of his students, enabling them to achieve their full academic and personal potential. By developing a strong, interpersonal relationship with his students, Stephen seeks to truly teach his students key skills in critical thinking and discipline. Academically, Stephen seeks to continuously challenge his students in order to maximise their growth. Through targeted and personalised practise questions, he ensures that his students are fully confident with the course material and any extension problems. Stephen also sets focused goals and gives valuable feedback to his students, in order to ensure their improvement.

Biography

Stephen grew up in Roseville, Sydney. He attended Our Lady of Good Council in Forestville before moving to St. Aloysius College in Year 3. Stephen’s time at school was punctuated by international travel and strong extra-curricular involvement. He visited Germany regularly to see his extended family and refine his German. He also self-organised two exchange trips to Aloisius Kolleg, Bonn, Germany at the end of 2013 and 2014.

Stephen has been a regular volunteer at St. Vincent’s de Paul Society Night Patrol. He went to the Philippines on a school immersion trip, which involved working on the building site for houses and teaching classes in the rural mountain village Kiangan.

Stephen is fluent in French and native in German. Outside of tutoring, University study and volunteering, Stephen enjoys reading widely.