Meet The Head Tutor

5/5 | 30+ reviews★★★★★

Mr. Ilia Ebrahim Nejad

Head Tutor

4+ Years of Teaching Experience

Year 11 North Sydney Boys Transfer

Year 11 North Sydney Boys Dux

Mentor
School Crest

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

5/5 | 30+ reviews★★★★★

Mr. Ilia Ebrahim Nejad

Head Tutor

4+ Years of Teaching Experience

Year 11 North Sydney Boys Transfer

Year 11 North Sydney Boys Dux

Mentor
School Crest

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.

Evaluation

Student-Centered

Lessons carefully tailored to meet your individual needs. We use small group classes to focus on weaknesses.

Efficient

Exam Strategy

We focus on "high-yield" concepts—core skills that move the needle on marks rather than "busy work".

Empowering

Roadmap to Entry

We provide a clear pathway beyond the test paper, including interview prep and CV editing.

Effective

Interactive Teaching

Our classes move away from passive listening to an interactive, practice-based approach.

Exam Style

Resources & Practice

We design specialized lesson booklets and extra exam-style questions that reflect the true difficulty.

Engagement

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.

EvaluationEffectiveTeachingEmpoweringEngagementExamStyleEfficientExcellence

Our Teaching Approach

We reimagined Selective Preparation by focusing on what actually drives results.

Evaluation

Student-Centered

Lessons carefully tailored to meet your individual needs. We use small group classes to focus on weaknesses.

Efficient

Exam Strategy

We focus on "high-yield" concepts—core skills that move the needle on marks rather than "busy work".

Empowering

Roadmap to Entry

We provide a clear pathway beyond the test paper, including interview prep and CV editing.

Effective

Interactive Teaching

Our classes move away from passive listening to an interactive, practice-based approach.

Exam Style

Resources & Practice

We design specialized lesson booklets and extra exam-style questions that reflect the true difficulty.

Engagement

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.

EvaluationEffectiveTeachingEmpoweringEngagementExamStyleEfficientExcellence

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.

1

Enhanced Academic Opportunities

Selective schools provide a curriculum that moves at the speed of the learner, not the average.

2

Stronger overall HSC Outcomes

Statistics consistently show that the selective environment directly correlates with higher academic performance.

3

Supportive, Motivated Peer Environment

The 'rising tide lifts all boats' philosophy is at the heart of the selective experience.

4

Strategic Pathways to Competitive Courses

Selective schools act as a specialised launchpad for elite university degrees.

5

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.

1

Enhanced Academic Opportunities

Selective schools provide a curriculum that moves at the speed of the learner, not the average.

2

Stronger overall HSC Outcomes

Statistics consistently show that the selective environment directly correlates with higher academic performance.

3

Supportive, Motivated Peer Environment

The 'rising tide lifts all boats' philosophy is at the heart of the selective experience.

4

Strategic Pathways to Competitive Courses

Selective schools act as a specialised launchpad for elite university degrees.

5

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.

Unlock Your Child's Potential.

Join the ranks of NSW's top-performing students today.