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COURTNEY SMITH – GR 10 - CLASSES AT ABOVE AVERAGE TUITION CENTRE – JOHANNESBURG 2008
Courtney has really been helped a lot with her Afrikaans lessons at the centre. She understands the language so much better now
Colleen Smith – mom

LEANDI BOTES GRADE.7 - SKUILKRAANS LAERSKOOL, PRETORIA
Dankie. Leandi het baie geleer in die lesse. Ek dink dit help dat die persoon wat haar leer jonk en vriendelik is.
Heilet Botes – moeder

CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON - GR 6 GLENSTANTIA PRIMARY, PRETORIA
Shannon is excellent. He is a real tutor and has done very well with Christopher.
Lindzy Anderson - mom

DOMINIC LUUS - GRADE 10 FISH HOEK HIGH - CAPE TOWN 2008
Dominic’s mark improved by 12% in the 2nd term – Nadia did a good job preparing him for the exam. I am pleased with this progress. He is now more confident in Afrikaans.
Inge Luus - mom

JARED HILTON GRADE 11 WILLOW RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL, PRETORIA
We are very pleased with Nico as he not only is giving Jared Lessons but also encouraging him, to learn and to study after school. We are very satisfied, Thank you.
Monica Hilton - mom

NATALIA MAIA – ADULT - FNB
I am very happy with Tharien, she is good knows what she talking about has lots of patience with me and I understand the accounting with her help. She is good.
Natalia.

JUSTINE VAN HEERDEN - GR 7 TRINITY HOUSE - JOHANNESBURG 2008
Candice has been absolutely wonderful with Justine. She has made my child’s marks go up beautifully.
Vanessa van Heerden – mom

MICHAELA PILLAY - GRADE 3 - PRETORIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL, PRETORIA
Thanks again for the great service!
P.S. I will always recommend Above Average to others, I have seen remarkable improvement in Michaela and as I mentioned before I will let her continue the lessons till the end of the year!!
Veena Pillay - mom

YASSIN SHALLA GRADE 6 WOODHILL COLLEGE, PRETORIA
I am really pleased with Yassin's progress with both tutors. I am seeing a boy much more interested in his learning and subjects that he disliked.
Deborah Shalla - mom

GABRIELLA DA COSTA - GR 9 ST. DUNSTAN’S COLLEGE -JOHANNESBURG 2008
Katrina has helped a lot! Gabriella’s mark went up to 60%, which is a major improvement. Thank you.
Ramona Da Costa – mom

LIZAAN SCHOEMAN GRADE 8 MONTANA HIGH SCHOOL
I wanted to inform you that Lizaan's marks for maths and accountancy have increased. Thank you. You and your crew are magnificent. Please arrange a tutor for each subject including LO.
Mercades Schoeman - sister

ANGELIQUE BROWN – GR 11 VERNEY COLLEGE JOHANNESURG 2008
Angelique has so much more confidence, and this is already starting to show in her lessons!
Erica Brown – mom

COURTNEY SCOTT – GR 5 - CLASSES AT ABOVE AVERAGE TUITION CENTRE – JOHANNESBURG 2008
Your tutors are doing a great job. Courtney has only been for 2 lessons at the centre and already she is understanding her work better!
Mrs Zaaier - grannie

ANCHEN SMIT – GR 8 HOêRSKOOL BENONI – JOHANNESBURG 2008
Lindie het regtig baie gehelp met Anchen. As sy vir die lesse kom dan het sy reeds haar navorsing gedoen en Anchen sien vreeslik uit na die lesse.
Annemé Smith - moeder

MARILISE NEL – GRADE 12 HOME SCHOOLED - PRETORIA
I will definitely contact you in the new year. Marilise understood Bernard very well and we would love for him to tutor her again. Marilise was confident enough to write the Accounting exam, which is great it says a lot about Bernhard’s tutoring abilities.
Amanda Nel (mom)

ROSS SOLLER – GRADE 11 HERZLIA WESTERN CAPE
Lydia is such a lovely person. She is confident, knowledgeable, very polite and gets down to business. I would like to provisionally book her for next year. Thank you so much I am so thrilled.
Nancy Soller (mom)

BRONWEN REES – GRADE 10 EDENVALE HIGH SCHOOL 2007
Greg always made sure the Bronwen understood what was going on and he explained the work at a level which was easily understood by her. Very good tutor.
Margie Rees (mom)

EDWARD - GRADE 4 WELGEMOED PRIMARY – CAPE TOWN 2007
When Sarah started tutoring Edward he was failing all his subjects, and battling to fit into the school environment. She has worked intensely with him and his teacher, resulting in him passing all his subjects with 60% plus. His work portfolio was given to the education department to use as a yardstick!! Karien Roux (sponsor) has booked our services again for 2008. We are really proud of the tutors who assist us. A big thank you to Sarah.
Cheryl – (Cape town Agent – Above Average)

JAMES ASHWORTH – GRADE 8 PRETORIA BOYS HIGH 2007
I wanted to let you know that Jenny is wonderful! James has clicked with her and is already improving. Many thanks for a good choice of tutor.
Rozanne Ashworth (mom)

TRISTIN HARTLEY – GRADE 10 HATFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Shani was really amazing – she is wonderful in her teaching approach and I will definitely get her again towards the end of this term. Tristin did very well in her Science exam and far above the class average! Her maths marks where also 16% above the class average which is really great. Thanks!!
Kirstin van Niekerk (mom)

EMMA VAN STADEN – GRADE 9 CRAWFORD COLLEGE JOHANNESBURG 2007
Thank Sam very much from us for the huge effort she has put into helping Emma. It is greatly appreciated by all of us.
Jennifer Tennant (mom)

ALEXANDER OOSTERBERG - GRADE 2 SWEET VALLEY PRIMARY CAPE TOWN 2007
Thank you for all your help in selecting a perfect tutor. Julia is great with Alex. He actually looks forward to doing his homework - shock!! So far all looks really good.
Dez Oosterberg (mom)

ELLI SAZEIDES – GRADE 12 ST ANDREWS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS JOHANNESBURG 2007
Dale was very committed and positive tutor. He always encouraged my daughter, was sensitive and holistic in his teaching.
Maria Sazeides (mom)

CANDICE JOHNSON – GRADE 11 EDENVALE HIGH 2007
Candice feels that Michael has really helped her to understand maths for the first time in her school career. We request Michael to tutor her once a week for her matric year.
Margaret Johnson (mom)

GUILIO SOLITO – GRADE 8 HOME SCHOOLING JOHANNESBURG 2007
Jason was always punctual, has a positive attitude and was very patient with Guilio. He was well prepared for all our lessons.
Carol Solito (mom)

ALEXANDER OOSTERBERG - GRADE 2 SWEET VALLEY PRIMARY CAPETOWN 2007
Thank you for all your help in selecting a perfect tutor Julia is great with Alex. He actually looks forward to doing his homeworkshock!! So far all looks really good.
Dez Oosterberg (mom)

JOHANDRIE BADENHORST - GRADE 11 AFRIKAANS HOëR MEISIES SKOOL PRETORIA 2007
Thanks Above Average. Shani is a wonderful person and an excellent tutor. Johandrie really looks forward to each science lesson. I will let you know her marks after the November exam. We will definitely contact you next year to arrange lessons for grade 12.
Rietsie Badenhorst (mom)

ANTERO DE SOUSA - GRADE 9 OVERKRUIN HIGH PRETORIA 2007
Thank you and for all your assistance with Antero. Nicholas is a great tutor and it has been a pleasure to have him tutor Antero.
Caren Pestanch De Sousa (mom)

NICHOLAS MARNITZ - GR 12 BERGVLIET HIGH CAPETOWN 2007
We are so happy. It has done wonders to his marks and his confidence in such a short period of time.
Paula Marnitz (mom)

CRAIG JACOBS - GR 8 EL SHADDAI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL CAPETOWN 2007
We are so happy to see Craig so positive about the HUGE improvement in his results. He is also getting to grips with some new study methods. Many thanks!
Andree Jacobs (mom)

KELLY AND BRANDON DIEHL - GR 5 ST COLUMBAS JOHANNESBURG 2007
Kelly and Brandon's marks have improved drastically - thank you very much!
Gavin Diehl (dad)

BRET DE ARAUJO - GR 12 SACS HIGH 2007
We are very impressed with Alex. He is 100% professional, and really knows his stuff! He also build up an immediate good relationship with Brett - making is clear he was in control.
Belinda de Araujo (mom)

CARIENA AUGUSTYN - GRADE 8 DIE WILGERS 2007
BAIE DANKIE vir die pragtige kind wat jy gestuur het om Cariena te kom help met haar Wiskunde sy het Cariena so mooi gehelp en sy is so geduldig en behulpsaam met die oordra van haar kennis, ek sal jou dienste met die grootste vrymoedigheid vir enige een aanbeveel jy kan op my word staat maak.
Ria Augustyn - Moeder

PHILLIP RANGAKA GR 11 – ST STITHIANS 2007
This is the 2nd year we are using Above Average. We are very happy, Phillip has improved by at least 20% in his work.
Ruth Rangaka - mom

SAMESHAN (GR 4) & PREVESHIN (GR 8) MOODLEY PRETORIA HINDU SCHOOL - 2007
I am quite impressed with the improvement. Preveshin has gone from failing Maths, to 69% - a huge improvement! His confidence levels have been boosted. A big thank you to Above Average and Tasneem for doing an excellent job. I would definitely recommend your services to friends and family, and will be using your services again.
Thiru Moodley – mom

OBAKENG SATHEKGE –GR 12 ABBOTTS COLLEGE SILVERLAKES
I am happy to inform you that he passed both Math and Business Economics this term. Thank you!
Dolly Sathekge – mom

RASHID BHIKHA – GR 8 PARKTOWN BOYS 2007
Incredibly happy, very impressed with the service. Connel is encouraging and motivating.
Zain Bhika - dad

CATHERINE MILLER - GRADE 12 HOME SCHOOLED 2007
We are very happy with the progress, and Catherine’s change in attitude towards her school work. She is a more relaxed and contented child, and for this we thank you and all the tutors.
Stephen Miller – dad

ALICIA POLLOCK – GR 7 KINGS SCHOOL LINBRO PARK 2007
Great improvement – Leora is a star tutor. We are building a great foundation and want to continue.
Erika da Cruz -mom

SASHA-LEE YATES - GRADE 7 2007 CHELSEA SNR PRIMARY-DURBAN
Kate is always punctual, communicates well and holds Sasha's attention, ensuring she works through all her homework. It is refreshing to see diligence in a young tutor, as I was skeptical to start with.
Karen Yates - mom

KAYLAN NAIDOO - GRADE 11 2006 UITSIG HIGH PRETORIA
Kaylan's 2006 exams went well. There was an improvement in the marks on subjects he was having difficulty with. He has set himself achievable goals and is looking forward to starting lessons again.
Dolly Naidoo - Mom

JAMES O'SULLIVAN - GRADE 12 2006 ST JOHNS COLLEGE
My sincere thanks for the service - Jamie did extremely well in his exams. All credit to your tutors, they were exceptional in their knowledge and encouragement. I am sure we call upon your services again for our younger son.
Mike O'Sullivan - Dad

NELLY MCULU - GR 1 TLANGELANI MCULU - GR 9 SPRINGVALLE, PRETORIA
Both Nelly and Tlangi were promoted - thanks to everyone involved. Nelly got 96%! I was so impressed with the tutors who assisted Tlangi, his results improved a lot. I am recommending your institution to many parents who struggle with their children's homework.
Bongiwe Mculu - Mom

MELISSA LATHAM - GRADE 12 2006 GAUTENG
Thank you for the matric results! Melissa obtained a university entrance, but more importantly an 83% distinction for Accounting. I have and will continue to recommend Above Average to all who require this service.
Gordan Latham - Dad

WILHELM SCHUMANN - GRADE 5 2006 JAN VAN RIEBEECK PRIMARY
Thanks so much to Above Average especially his tutor Gabi! We heard that he got 82% for Maths 1 and will keep you posted on the rest of his marks! We will most certainly invest in you again in the future.
Jalna Schumann - mom

JARRYD KIRKBY - GRADE 7 2006 MILNERTON PRIMARY
Jarryd has just given me this term's results! Since Jodi has been tutoring him he has increased by a wopping 37%! I feel like crying I am so happy. Thank you!!
Nikki Kirkby - mom

ANNALE BRINK - GRADE 9 2006 VISTA NOVA HIGH - CAPE TOWN
Jane is an excellent maths tutor, and just the right person for Annale. She understood immediately and enjoyed the lessons. She has a lot more confidence and said "I am getting it now!"
Marianna Brink - mom

CAMERON WHITE - GRADE 11 2006 FAIRMONT HIGH - DURBANVILLE
Cameron related to Sunet straight away, and after his first maths paper was excited about the outcome! I'm so pleased I was able to do this for him - I know it will pay off...
Melanie Gradidge - mom

RIYAAHD MOHAMED - GRADE 7 2006 PARKVIEW SENIOR- JOHANNESBURG
Amy has made such a difference in our household. It is a pleasure having someone as competent as her to help my son. He has been able to excel beyond his normal standard of work. Thank you for a wonderful service!
Nasima Mohamed - mom

LERATO MOTHAKATHI - GRADE 9 2006 BISHIP BAVEN -BENONI
Thank you so much! These lessons are helping a lot - Lerato's attitude has changed towards Maths from hating it to loving it, and she has never felt so happy and confident. Her Maths teacher is even surprised with her progress in class. Your assistance will always be greatly appreciated.
Ntsoaki Mothakathi - mom

MERCY MTHI - GRADE 12 2006 CRAWFORD CAMPUS - CAPE TOWN
Amy has taken a keen interest in Mercy and has gone out of her way to assist her in English and encourage her in her new direction of education at Crawford Campus. Amy was punctual, well prepared for lessons, communicated the lessons effectively, at an acceptable pace to suit her student.
Laraine Bracher - sponsor

LARA KARASSELLOS - GRADE 11 2006 ST JOSEPHS COLLEGE, CAPE TOWN
The tutor from Above Average was well prepared for the lessons, had good knowledge of the subject, which she communicated very well. I would recommend the service.
Cathy Karassellos - mom

MELISSA LATHAM - GRADE 12 2006 BOKSBURG HIGH
We have been very impressed with Melissa's improvement - her results have gone up by 20%! Justin was very thorough in his explanations, helping her understand the 'grey' areas. I will be using Above Average again, and would recommend them as a professional service.
Gordon Latham - dad

ROXANNE ALFONSO - GRADE 11 2006 EDENGLEN HIGH
Since Roxanne has been having Maths lessons, she has gained a better understanding of the subject. Her positive attitude has been a complete turn-around. Thank you very much Janet (tutor) and Above Average.
Margaret Alfonso - mom

ARRAN WILLIAMS - GRADE 10 2005 BRYANSTON HIGH
I have been very impressed with the quality of tuition - it has made a huge difference to Arran's comprehension already. This after only 4 weeks of assistance with Afrikaans. The tutor is well prepared, punctual, and has a very good knowledge of the subject, making use of notes and giving thorough explanations.
Jane Osborne (mom)

KEATON PERKINS - GRADE10 2005 ST DAVIDS - MARIST
We have found Samantha very pleasant, and Keaton enjoyed the lessons very much. He feels that she has assisted him with Science a great deal. She made very good use of notes, was well prepared, patient, and communicated the subject with ease. Keaton says "she's great"!
Heather Perkins (mom)

MICHAELA FETTER - GRADE 5 2005 ST STITHIANS GIRLS PREP
Michaela's teacher had a meeting - she couldn't understand why Michaela has suddenly improved in maths within 2 weeks! Renee' seems to have picked up the problem area instantly - THANKS!
Madelaine Fetter (mom)

SAM SHAPIRO - GRADE 11 2005 CRAWFORD - SANDTON
We think Chris was very good - and hope he will be around for next year when Sam does matric. The Afrikaans lessons were well prepared and communicated.
Janet Shapiro (mom)

KRYSTLE HASTINGS - GRADE 10 2005 EDENVALE HIGH
The areas in maths Krystle was struggling with were covered well in the lessons. Janet is a lovely tutor who was easy to work with.
Sharon Posthuma (mom)

MICHAEL O'FLAHERTY - GRADE 7 2005 GRAYSTON PREP
Nikki is an exceptional tutor who has demonstrated composure and patience with Michael. She is assisting with homework and study guidance in all subjects. She has a positive attitude, makes good use of notes, and holds his attention.
Fiona O'Flaherty-Gibb (mom)

RUAN DE JAGER - GRADE 12 2005 ALBERTON HOëRSKOOL
Nicola was thorough in her explanations, well prepared and patient. Her knowledge of maths was excellent. I am just sorry I did not know about this service earlier than grade 12.
Elaine Du Plessis (mom)

ASHLEY ABERDEIN – GRADE 8 2004 HYDE PARK HIGH
Ashley passed all his subjects and can take them all on higher grade next year. After a disastrous second term and an excellent third term , his average was quite good for the end of the year. The tutoring was a lifesaver and we are very grateful for Robyn and Nikki's diligent hard work. It really made the world of difference , as Ashley is a bit of a dreamer , but he became much more focussed and interested in his work.
Thanks so much! Annora

CHRIS ILLING – GRADE 7 2004 PARKVIEW SENIOR PRIMARY
In June 2004 we employed the services of Above Average. Christopher was not motivated at all and hated doing his homework and assignments and learning for tests/exams. Monique stepped in and got him to be more organised - not an easy task - as well as preparing him for his lessons at school and getting projects completed timorously - by the end of the third term there was a definite improvement. We could not expect miracles in one term but there was such an improvement in his attitude to school and his general outlook that we were thrilled. At the end of the fourth term Christopher passed every subject and has passed the year which in June he definitely was not going to do. What a change this has made to our family - I can now be the mom and not the tyrant!!!

HAILLE ILLING – GRADE 10 2004 PARKTOWN GIRLS’ HIGH
Our daughter Grade 10, needed extra Maths lessons which we only started in August. Above Average sent to us Cynthia and she too has managed to raise her marks from a fail to 49% in the final exams on higher grade. We will be continuing with Above Average’s services next year, hoping for more improvement!! Thank you to Above Average and who changed our lives this year!!
Caroline Illing