Meet The Head Tutor
• Mr. Ilia Ebrahim Nejad
• Head Tutor
• 4+ Years of Teaching Experience
• Year 11 North Sydney Boys Transfer
• Year 11 North Sydney Boys Dux


• North Sydney Boys Graduate
• (Rank 1 School in NSW)
• 1st in North Sydney Boys Mathematics
• 99.90 ATAR
• UNSW BMed/MD
"A below-average scoring student can become a top ranking graduate with the right systems and mentorship." — Ilia
Meet The Head Tutor
• Mr. Ilia Ebrahim Nejad
• Head Tutor
• 4+ Years of Teaching Experience
• Year 11 North Sydney Boys Transfer
• Year 11 North Sydney Boys Dux


• North Sydney Boys Graduate
• (Rank 1 School in NSW)
• 1st in North Sydney Boys Mathematics
• 99.90 ATAR
• UNSW BMed/MD
"A below-average scoring student can become a top ranking graduate with the right systems and mentorship." — Ilia
Our Teaching Approach
We reimagined Selective Preparation by focusing on what actually drives results.
Student-Centered
Lessons carefully tailored to meet your individual needs. We use small group classes to focus on weaknesses.
Exam Strategy
We focus on "high-yield" concepts—core skills that move the needle on marks rather than "busy work".
Roadmap to Entry
We provide a clear pathway beyond the test paper, including interview prep and CV editing.
Interactive Teaching
Our classes move away from passive listening to an interactive, practice-based approach.
Resources & Practice
We design specialized lesson booklets and extra exam-style questions that reflect the true difficulty.
24/7 Support
Success isn't limited to class. We provide 24/7 online messaging via Microsoft Teams.
Our Success Model
At the core of everything we do is Excellence.
Our Teaching Approach
We reimagined Selective Preparation by focusing on what actually drives results.
Student-Centered
Lessons carefully tailored to meet your individual needs. We use small group classes to focus on weaknesses.
Exam Strategy
We focus on "high-yield" concepts—core skills that move the needle on marks rather than "busy work".
Roadmap to Entry
We provide a clear pathway beyond the test paper, including interview prep and CV editing.
Interactive Teaching
Our classes move away from passive listening to an interactive, practice-based approach.
Resources & Practice
We design specialized lesson booklets and extra exam-style questions that reflect the true difficulty.
24/7 Support
Success isn't limited to class. We provide 24/7 online messaging via Microsoft Teams.
Our Success Model
At the core of everything we do is Excellence.
Why choose a Selective School?
Choosing a selective school is about more than just a high-ranking name; it is about placing a student in a unique environment designed to unlock their full potential.
Enhanced Academic Opportunities
Selective schools provide a curriculum that moves at the speed of the learner, not the average.
Stronger overall HSC Outcomes
Statistics consistently show that the selective environment directly correlates with higher academic performance.
Supportive, Motivated Peer Environment
The 'rising tide lifts all boats' philosophy is at the heart of the selective experience.
Strategic Pathways to Competitive Courses
Selective schools act as a specialised launchpad for elite university degrees.
Strong Co-Curricular Development
Growth happens both inside and outside the classroom.
The Selective Advantage: It is the combination of faster learning, motivated peers, and clearer pathways to elite careers.
Why choose a Selective School?
Choosing a selective school is about more than just a high-ranking name; it is about placing a student in a unique environment designed to unlock their full potential.
Enhanced Academic Opportunities
Selective schools provide a curriculum that moves at the speed of the learner, not the average.
Stronger overall HSC Outcomes
Statistics consistently show that the selective environment directly correlates with higher academic performance.
Supportive, Motivated Peer Environment
The 'rising tide lifts all boats' philosophy is at the heart of the selective experience.
Strategic Pathways to Competitive Courses
Selective schools act as a specialised launchpad for elite university degrees.
Strong Co-Curricular Development
Growth happens both inside and outside the classroom.
The Selective Advantage: It is the combination of faster learning, motivated peers, and clearer pathways to elite careers.
Why We Started
At Selective Success Academy, our mission is born from a simple truth: the Year 6 Selective Test is not the final word on a child’s potential.Most of the tutoring industry is obsessed with the Year 6 entry point, leaving a massive resource gap for students in Years 8 to 11.
The Academic Safety Net
In the HSC, a selective school cohort provides a "safety net." While a student at a lower-performing school faces immense pressure, a selective school's strong internal marks can "average out" a poor day.
The Feedback Loop
We recreate that culture of excellence here, where students learn from mentors who have recently walked the path and are passionate about passing on high-yield study systems.
Our Commitment: We don't just prepare you for an exam; we equip you with the habits and the mindset to succeed in the future.
Why We Started
At Selective Success Academy, our mission is born from a simple truth: the Year 6 Selective Test is not the final word on a child’s potential.Most of the tutoring industry is obsessed with the Year 6 entry point, leaving a massive resource gap for students in Years 8 to 11.
The Academic Safety Net
In the HSC, a selective school cohort provides a "safety net." While a student at a lower-performing school faces immense pressure, a selective school's strong internal marks can "average out" a poor day.
The Feedback Loop
We recreate that culture of excellence here, where students learn from mentors who have recently walked the path and are passionate about passing on high-yield study systems.
Our Commitment: We don't just prepare you for an exam; we equip you with the habits and the mindset to succeed in the future.