Live sessions with real tutors. Gamified so kids actually engage. Aligned to the Australian Curriculum. Small groups from $29/week — or 1-on-1 if you prefer. No contracts, cancel anytime.
Merit Tutoring is an online tutoring service for Australian students in Years 1 to 10, covering Maths and English. Every session is 60 minutes, live with a qualified tutor, and run on Merit's custom-built platform — not a generic video conferencing tool.
The thing that sets Merit apart is how sessions are structured. Instead of sitting a child in front of a tutor who talks at them, Merit builds game-based activities into every live class. A Year 3 student practising multiplication facts plays Balloon Pop. A Year 6 student working on problem-solving tackles Math Maze. A Year 2 student building reading fluency races against the clock in Reading Race. The games aren't decoration — they're how the content gets practised.
After each session, students unlock homework challenges on the Merit platform. Completing a task unlocks the next level — which is a more effective motivator than a tick and a "well done". Parents can see what their child completed and how they're tracking.
Merit works for a range of students, though the circumstances are usually one of these:
Merit teaches both Maths and English from Year 1 through Year 10. Students can do one subject or both.
Merit uses a three-phase approach: Play. Build. Grow.
Play — Inside each 60-minute live session, students work with their tutor and compete in game-based activities that reinforce the concepts being taught. The tutor is responsive throughout, not a presenter delivering a fixed lesson.
Build — After each session, homework is unlocked on the platform. These are levelled tasks — completing one unlocks the next, creating a natural sense of progress that keeps students engaged between sessions.
Grow — Parents can see what their child is working on, what they've completed, and how they're tracking. You're not paying and hoping — there's visibility into what's actually happening.
Sessions run in small groups (maximum 5 students) or 1-on-1. Either way, the tutor is present and responding to your child throughout — there's no "watch this video and do this worksheet" approach.
The free trial is a full 60-minute session, assessed and tailored to your child's current year level and weak areas.
All Australian Curriculum maths strands — number, algebra, measurement, geometry, statistics and probability. Years 1–10. From place value and skip counting to simultaneous equations and trigonometric ratios.
Maths Tutoring DetailsReading comprehension, creative writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and persuasive writing. Years 1–10. From phonics and early reading through to literary analysis and extended essay writing.
English Tutoring DetailsStudents in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 sit NAPLAN annually. Merit's curriculum-aligned tutoring naturally covers all NAPLAN content areas — numeracy, reading, writing and conventions of language. There's no need for separate NAPLAN coaching when the underlying curriculum skills are solid.
See our NAPLAN preparation page for a full breakdown by year level →
Years 1–6: $29/week
Years 7–10: $35/week
Max 5 students. Live tutor every session.
Years 1–6: $59/week
Years 7–10: $69/week
Full session dedicated to your child.
No lock-in contracts. Cancel anytime. Full pricing details →
Online tutoring removes logistics. No driving to a centre, no fixed time slots that clash with sport or family commitments, no missed sessions because of weather. For the quality of teaching, what matters is whether the session is live, responsive and well-structured — not whether it happens in person.
The research on online tutoring consistently shows it produces learning gains comparable to in-person tutoring when the sessions are live (not pre-recorded), the student is actively engaged (not passively watching), and the content is well-matched to where the student actually is — not just where they should be according to the calendar.
There are a few different types of tutoring available in Australia:
"We can genuinely see a difference in my son's learning. Harshi always takes the time to make sure he actually understands."— Ivan N, parent of Year 3 student
Merit sessions are fully online — accessible from anywhere in Australia. We have students from all major cities and regional areas.
Not sure if Merit is right for your child's year? Each year level has its own content focus:
The best option depends on your child's age, subject, and how they learn. Key things to look for: live sessions with a real tutor (not pre-recorded), Australian Curriculum alignment, WWCC-verified tutors, and a free trial to test fit before committing. Merit Tutoring offers all of these, with sessions from $29/week and no lock-in contracts.
Online tutoring is worth it when the sessions are live, the tutor is responsive, and the content matches where the child actually is — not just where they should be on paper. At $29/week for group tutoring, the cost is low relative to the potential impact on school performance and confidence. The free trial lets you see whether it's working before you commit to ongoing sessions.
Yes, for most primary school students online tutoring works well. The key is keeping the session engaging enough that a young child stays focused. Merit's gamified approach — Balloon Pop, Word Hunt, Reading Race — is specifically designed to hold the attention of younger students who would otherwise tune out in a standard lecture-style lesson.
Private tutors typically charge $50–$100+ per hour. Merit's group sessions work out to $29/week (Years 1–6) or $35/week (Years 7–10) for a 60-minute session. One-on-one sessions start at $59/week for Years 1–6 and $69/week for Years 7–10. There are no lock-in contracts and the first session is free.
Book a free 60-minute trial. We'll tailor it to your child's year level and what they need to work on. No lock-in, no obligation.
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