Scholarship & Selective Success Starts Here.
Expert tutoring for scholarship and selective exams - designed to build confidence, strategy, and results.
Personalised Online 1-on-1 Tutoring for Scholarship and Selective Exam Preparation
We specialise in preparing students for competitive exams like the Melbourne Selective School exams, John Monash Science School exam, ASET/GATE exam, and other selective entry and scholarship tests. We do this through personalised, one-on-one online tutoring. As each lesson is tailored to the student, our tutors are always assessing progress, identifying strengths, and adjusting support as needed. Also, as students build confidence and develop core skills in writing, reasoning, and comprehension, they begin to receive targeted practice exams to simulate real test conditions.
At the end of each lesson, our tutors provide regular verbal feedback to parents so they know how their child is progressing. We help student preparing for Year 5 entry up to year 11 entry with our experienced tutors guiding them step by step. So, if you’re aiming for selective school, SEAL, or scholarship success, we’re here to help your child feel ready and perform at their best.
Benefits of our lessons
- All lessons are 1-on-1 for better student outcomes
- Students work with the same tutor each lesson
- Personalised study plans
- Scholarship/selective entry program designed by teachers
- Homework is provided at the end of each lesson
- Practice tests and mock exams are provided on the course at no extra cost
- Expert tutoring with verbal feedback from the tutor at the end of each lesson
How we prepare our students
Scholarship / Selective Exam Success
At Strive for Excellence, we offer a tailored preparation program written by experienced Victorian teachers. It’s tutoring that builds skills from the ground up, ensuring your child is learning the right content to be truly competitive in scholarship and selective entry exams, not just cramming for short-term results.
One-on-one Tutoring Works
We offer a tailored preparation program written by our teachers. All tutoring is one-on-one, and we aim to keep the same tutor with each student to build trust and consistency. Your child will attend a one-hour numeracy and a one-hour literacy lesson each week.
Build Exam Confidence Early
We recommend starting preparation about 1 year before the exam date. Early preparation builds strong literacy and numeracy foundations and reduces stress closer to exam time. This preparation is necessary for confident exam performance.
Foundation skills
At the start of the scholarship course, we focus on building strong foundation skills. These include core literacy and numeracy, which are key to success in more advanced exam tasks. When students have a solid base, they can solve harder problems with more confidence. This early focus helps reduce stress and sets them up for long-term success.
Real Skills - No Rote Learning
Throughout the tutoring program, we continually strengthen your child’s core skills, problem-solving ability, and time management. We focus on deep understanding, not memorisation. Our students learn how to approach unfamiliar questions with confidence and strategy.
Practice Exams Included
As students progress, they receive full-length practice exams that mirror the real test, at no extra cost. These exams help students develop time management and problem-solving skills in a realistic setting.
Feedback to Parents
At the end of each lesson, our dedicated tutors speak with parents to share how their child went during the session. They highlight what the student did well, where they may need more help, and how they are progressing over time. This regular feedback helps parents stay informed and feel confident about their child’s learning journey.
Long Term Student Success
We don’t believe in “quick fixes” like weekend workshops. Our program is designed for sustained growth, prep that gets results not just in exams, but in high school and beyond.
Your Pathway to a Scholarship / Selective Win
Whether your child is aiming for a scholarship or a selective entry placement, we’re here to guide your family every step of the way. With expert support, proven strategies, and a commitment to excellence, we can help your child succeed.
Why choose Strive for Excellence Tutoring?
- Experienced tutors with a track record of success
- Guidance for parents on the scholarship/selective entry process
- Proven strategies for test preparation
- Supportive and motivating learning environment
- Commitment to helping students achieve their academic goals
Frequently Asked Questions and Resources
Do you have a question about our Scholarship or Selective entry program? See the list below for our most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed here, then please contact us.
We typically recommend starting the preparation about 1 year before the exam date. This allows enough time to build strong foundational skills, develop exam strategies, and reduce stress as the test date approaches. However, we tailor our program to suit each student’s readiness and goals.
Even if you have much less than 1 year to prepare, we can still help you. When time is an issue, we "streamline" the course to ensure your child covers as much material in the time remaining before the exam.
Our program focuses on long-term growth through weekly one-on-one tutoring. Unlike short-term workshops, we build deep skills in literacy, numeracy, problem solving, and time management. Each student receives personalised support, consistent feedback, and full-length practice exams that mirror the real test.
Yes. After every lesson, your dedicated tutor will provide verbal feedback outlining how your child performed, what they’re improving on, and any areas needing extra support. We believe in partnering with families to ensure students feel confident and prepared.
Yes. Full-length practice exams are included as part of the program at no extra cost. Unlike many other organisations, we don’t charge additional fees for exam access. Our practice exams closely mirror the real scholarship and selective entry tests, giving students a realistic experience and helping them build confidence, strategy, and time management.
No, and here’s why. Scholarship outcomes depend on many factors: your child’s starting level, effort, exam conditions, and the competitiveness of each school. Some providers offer guarantees to a few very high-achieving students, but these cases are rare. We focus on building skills, confidence, and exam readiness. Many of our students earn scholarships and selective entry placements, but every child’s journey is unique and we’re here to support them every step of the way.
Yes. After every tutoring session our tutors provide personalised feedback to parents. This includes:
- What your child covered during the lesson
- Strengths and areas for improvement
- Homework that has been given to their child
We believe in transparent communication and collaborative learning, so parents are always informed and empowered to support their child's journey.
Yes. Every lesson is 1-on-1, tailored to your child's unique learning style, speed, and goals. Unlike group tutoring, our approach ensures:
- Full attention from the tutor
- Customised lesson plans
- Immediate feedback and correction
- Flexible scheduling to suit your family
- Faster learning for your child
This format is ideal for students preparing for selective entry exams or academic scholarships, where performance and confidence matter most.
All our course content is written by qualified Australian teachers with deep experience in scholarship and selective entry exams. Unlike many tutoring companies that rely on generic worksheets or unqualified staff, we ensure:
- Material aligned to the real scholarship and selective exams
- Realistic practice exams and writing prompts
- Appropriate scaffolding and extension tasks
- High quality preparation that also builds lifelong skills
Our tutors understand what is needed in these competitive exams.