📍 Better Skills Academy • Canberra, ACT — Online & in person

Hi, I am Pat, founder of Better Skills Academy and a full-time Mathematics teacher in Canberra.

Maths that finally makes sense

ACT Registered Teacher currently teaching Specialist and Methods Mathematics in a college. Covering Year 10 to university entry, online and in person. Starting from $80/hr online.

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Pat S. Pathak

Pat Pathak

Mathematics Tutor • Very responsive

200+
Students helped
15+
Years tutoring
$80
from / hour
5+
Years teaching
ACT Registered Teacher Master of Teaching

About

Teacher & tutor with 15+ years of experience

I am a Mathematics teacher based in Canberra and registered with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). I have been tutoring since the age of 15 and have helped more than 200 students through private tutoring, online lessons, and tutoring organisations across Australia and the United States. Originally from Nepal, my education spans three continents: UK-based A-Levels, a Bachelor of Mathematics in the United States, and a Master of Teaching in Australia.

I am a Mathematics teacher based in Canberra and registered with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). I have been tutoring since the age of 15 and have helped more than 200 students through private tutoring, online lessons, and tutoring organisations across Australia and the United States. Originally from Nepal, my education spans three continents: UK-based A-Levels, a Bachelor of Mathematics in the United States, and a Master of Teaching in Australia.

Outside of teaching, I am an endurance athlete who has completed Ironman events and World Major Marathons. I also enjoy scuba diving, table tennis, calisthenics and traveling.

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    GCE Advanced Level University of Cambridge
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    Bachelor's in Mathematics Drexel University, USA
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    Master of Teaching (Secondary) University of Technology Sydney
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    ACT Registered Teacher Teacher Quality Institute (TQI)

What I tutor

Subjects & levels

Core Speciality

Speciality
Specialist Methods
  • Year 11 & 12
  • Canberra curriculum
  • Advanced problem solving
Speciality
Specialist Mathematics
  • Year 11 & 12
  • Canberra curriculum
  • Advanced problem solving

Also Available

Year 10
  • Standard Mathematics
  • Advanced Mathematics
Year 11 & 12
  • Mathematical Methods
  • Extension Mathematics
International Baccalaureate
  • Analysis & Approaches HL/SL
  • Applications & Interpretation HL/SL
  • Mathematics HL & SL

How I work

Flexible tutoring options

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Home visits

I come to you across Canberra and surrounding suburbs for a comfortable, familiar learning environment.

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Online sessions

Fully interactive online lessons via video call with screen sharing — available to students anywhere.

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Group tuition

Cost-effective sessions for small groups of 2–4 students working on the same subject or topic.

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One-to-one

Fully personalised lessons focused entirely on your individual goals and learning pace.

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Phone support

Quick help between sessions for a question or concept you're stuck on.

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Mentoring

Beyond content — building discipline, study habits, and confidence for long-term academic success.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

✦ Completely free

Start with a free discovery call

15 minutes with Pat before you commit to anything. Discuss your goals, year level, and learning style — no pressure, no obligation.

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Single session
$100
per hour

I will come to your home across Canberra and surrounding suburbs. A parent or guardian must be present during all sessions. Please enquire first to confirm your location is within the service area.

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Most popular
5-session pack
$475
$95/hr — save $25

Five in-person sessions at a reduced rate. Ideal for focused exam preparation. Please enquire first to confirm your location.

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Best value
10-session pack
$925
$92.50/hr — save $75

Maximum saving for ongoing in-person support. Great for Year 11 & 12 over a full term. Please enquire first to confirm your location.

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Send an enquiry or request a free 15-minute discovery call. Fill in the form and Pat will be in touch — usually same day.

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Canberra & surrounding suburbs, ACT — and online
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Very responsive — usually replies same day
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Flexible scheduling — weekdays and weekends

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