A teacher that equips your child for success in life.
Not just their exams.
Education is not supposed to be boring. Most students just think it is because it has been taught the same way for over a century. A teacher talking, students trying to stay awake. Questions, answers, exams.
Real education is exciting, inspiring, and purposeful. It asks what ifs and why nots. It creates connections between subjects, and between people. It imparts wisdom, not knowledge. And best of all, it is so. Much. FUN.
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Amy
05:57 26 Jul 25
Thank you, Tim, for creating such a wonderful learning environment. It's been really refreshing to find a place that nurtures a child's individual learning style, focusing on fostering curiosity and a love for learning rather than just exam results.
Tim's patience and encouragement made a huge difference for my daughter. We especially loved his interest-driven, child-paced approach, which helped her to discover subjects/topics that she genuinely enjoys learning about. She really enjoyed your classes, particularly with the experiments and hands-on learning. It was fantastic to see her engaged and excited!
Tim's patience and encouragement made a huge difference for my daughter. We especially loved his interest-driven, child-paced approach, which helped her to discover subjects/topics that she genuinely enjoys learning about. She really enjoyed your classes, particularly with the experiments and hands-on learning. It was fantastic to see her engaged and excited!
Ethan K.
06:34 10 Jul 25
Tim often incorporates his humor into his classes and makes them more lively. He also likes to introduce news or his discoveries with his students, allowing the students to broaden their understanding of the world in the process of learning English. Compared to larger corporations, Tim’s Square Academy offers specific care for every one of his students with passion, and corrects his students work in fine detail. You are really missing out if you don’t send your kids to Square Academy.
luvida B.
06:05 06 Apr 25
We are so grateful to have Timothy as a mentor for our son, Aiden. His passion for teaching and incredible patience have made such a positive impact. We love how well prepared he is for every class. He always brings along all kinds of “treasures” that open Aiden’s eyes and spark his curiosity.
It’s clear that Timothy has a genuine love for learning and teaching. He constantly brings fresh ideas, interesting insights, and a wide range of knowledge. From history and science to math and beyond. Aiden has never asked to keep going to any class before, but he always looks forward to Timothy’s sessions.
Timothy is more than just a tutor, he’s a true mentor who inspires and guides our boy. We feel very lucky to have found him.
It’s clear that Timothy has a genuine love for learning and teaching. He constantly brings fresh ideas, interesting insights, and a wide range of knowledge. From history and science to math and beyond. Aiden has never asked to keep going to any class before, but he always looks forward to Timothy’s sessions.
Timothy is more than just a tutor, he’s a true mentor who inspires and guides our boy. We feel very lucky to have found him.
Carris Y.
23:50 02 Apr 25
My daughter recently started attending Tim’s Maths classes, and even after just a few sessions, she has already noticed a difference. She told me that Tim’s approach to teaching Maths is unlike what she learns at school. His strategies have helped her solve problems more confidently and fluently, making a real difference in her understanding. Thank you Tim!
Helen H.
07:57 17 Feb 25
Tim is a very patient and responsible teacher, and he's never careless about his teaching. I took Biology 3/4 with Tim last year, and I was extremely satisfied with the results at the end of the year! The materials Tim provides are also very helpful, especially in English; he has everything from quotes and essay questions to themes, and he explains each aspect in great detail. Highly recommended!!
Premala P.
14:32 15 Jan 25
Mr. Timothy Tan(Tim) has been an exceptional English tutor for my son during his VCE preparation. His dedication to fostering a deep understanding of the subject is evident in every lesson. Under Tim’s guidance, my son’s confidence and skills significantly improved, leading to better grades and a more positive attitude towards learning. Tim’s personalized approach and unwavering support made a remarkable difference, making complex topics accessible and engaging. I highly recommend him to any parent seeking a dedicated tutor who genuinely cares about their students’ success.
Lilian C.
09:45 11 Jan 25
My child needed to boost his English VCE results and we were glad to have engaged with Tim who taught him a few months before the big exam. Within a short time frame, his comprehensive teaching method had helped my child to achieve very good results, beyond what was expected. Tim teaches with passion and has lots of strategies to help students to tackle challenging questions. Besides being academically focused, he has also help students in their personal journey and how to develop their life skills.
Kim C.
11:53 10 Jan 25
We’ve been working with Tim as a private online tutor for both my children (12 and 9 years old), and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Tim is incredibly engaging, and my kids genuinely look forward to his classes. He has a wonderful ability to spark their curiosity and expand their general knowledge across various subjects, from science to humanities.
Recently, I engaged him for specific math lessons tailored to my 12-year-old, and the results have been outstanding. Tim’s approach not only built on what my child learned in school but also significantly increased his interest and confidence in the subject.
Tim also provides exceptional support in writing. For my 9-year-old, Tim has been instrumental in enhancing her creative writing skills. His encouragement and personalized guidance have made a noticeable difference in her ability to express herself.
I highly recommend Tim to any parent seeking a tutor who can inspire a love of learning while building strong academic foundations.
Recently, I engaged him for specific math lessons tailored to my 12-year-old, and the results have been outstanding. Tim’s approach not only built on what my child learned in school but also significantly increased his interest and confidence in the subject.
Tim also provides exceptional support in writing. For my 9-year-old, Tim has been instrumental in enhancing her creative writing skills. His encouragement and personalized guidance have made a noticeable difference in her ability to express herself.
I highly recommend Tim to any parent seeking a tutor who can inspire a love of learning while building strong academic foundations.
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Dr. Sern Loong Timothy Tan, Ph.D.
Hi! My name is Tim and I teach students to love learning, think critically, and create possibilities. Besides tutoring thousands of students for over a decade, I’m also a published researcher, former Marine Biologist and Editor of scientific journal manuscripts from researchers across the globe.
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