Never stop learning,
Because life never stops teaching.
Who we are
We specialise in VEC Biology tutoring, VCE Chemistry tutoring, IB Biology tutoring, and year 8-10 Science tutoring.
As a genuinely local private tutoring service, we are committed to providing the highest-level, boutique tutoring service to our students and families.
We're ALWAYS here to answer questions and provide guidance as our students advance in school, tackle VEC Biology, VCE Chemistry, IB Biology and year 8-10 Science subjects.
SmartQuest was created with the goal of providing the BEST Private Tutoring in Melbourne.
We instil a passion for learning in our students and motivate them to achieve their full potential. And it works.
We've been transforming struggling students into A students for over a decade.
We've assisted students in rethinking their approach to subject matter and changing their learning style. Every subject. One student at a time!
Our tutoring services is not all about simply passing. To us its much more than that. It’s about mastery of the subject.
What we believe
We believe every student deserves the opportunity to develop their highest potential. We believe that with the correct assistance, approach, and mentality, all students can attain their greatest potential.
Unfortunately, between traditional schooling and a hectic lifestyle (extra-curricular activities), many students fall behind academically.
However, through guidance of a qualified private tutor, they can immediately catch up on their readings and assignments and get ahead of their class.
Selecting the right tutor can be a challenging process. Fortunately, our tailored tutoring program at SMARTQUEST can accommodate your student's demanding schedule. Whether your student is an athlete or an equestrian, our qualified tutor can assist them to not only quickly catch up on missed readings and homework, but also to master their subject and get ahead in class.
Happy Student. Happy Parents.
What we do
We get to know them in person, as individual human beings with unique interests, abilities, and circumstances. Because let’s face it. Private tutors are easy to find. But discovering a friendly, qualified, and experienced tutor to assist your student to master their VCE, IB, and year 8-10 Science subject and get ahead in class.... that’s what we do.
We don’t just get to know our students as an individual wanting assistance in a particular subject.
What guides us
We help them find their path.
We don’t just meet a students’ needs. We meet a need to deliver exceptional academic results.
What is best for our students is what guides us.
We listen, understand, empathise, and foster.
We believe in giving back. Crafting scholars and fuelling passions.
That’s the SmartQuest way of being.
We don’t just help student excel in their studies.
Our tutoring service isn't about passing exams; it's about mastering.
We want to develop a passion for learning in our students and motivate them to achieve their full potential.
Mentorship
Our tutor shares their expertise and dedicated mindset with your student so that they may achieve their goals.
Expertise
Our tutors are qualified, with years of teaching experience in VCE Chemistry, VCE Biology, IB Biology, and year 8-10 Science subjects.
Empathy
We are here to support you through each stage of the learning process and understand your struggles, drawing on our previous experiences.
How it all started...
Seeing an overwhelming need for a more structured and individualised private tutoring programme for VCE and year 8-10 Science students in Melbourne, our founder, Sulali Pereira, decided to launch a private tutoring space to assist students in establishing a strong foundation of knowledge and skills necessary for academic success.
That has always been her passion.
Meet Sulali Pereira
“A scholar, teacher, philanthropist & unshakable optimist dedicated to helping you become the student you most want to be”
I've been in your position, and I know firsthand how frustrating it is to be unable to assist your child in achieving academic success. I had to dig deep and exhaust all avenues to motivate myself, just like you may have.
I understand what it's like to be the "big nag," unable to enjoy your after-work time with your child because you have to beg, plead, and hope that they understand the science subject or finish the assignment.
I am committed to fostering creative learning in students and have developed numerous ways to motivate them with alternative and engaging teaching methods.
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit our online home. I’m thrilled you’re here and I’m excited for the journey ahead.
With all my love,
XO
Sulali has worked in schools as a Science/ Biology Teacher for more than 20 years before she started tutoring at SmartQuest. She finds her purpose in life by inspiring students to be lifelong learners. Her passion for education and helping others is infectious.
Graduated from the University of Kelaniya -Sri Lanka with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science Sulali continued her education at the same University to attain her post-graduate degree MPhil in Science. She then obtained her first Teaching Certification - Post-graduate diploma in education from the University of Colombo, and also to completed her master’s degree in Secondary Education specialising in Chemistry and Biology from Deakin University -Australia.
Some background scoop about Sulali Pereira
Executive Tutor / Director