"My purpose is to create an inclusive educational community by empowering individuals and families in a flexible learning environment."
About Edith Ellen Tutoring
Edith Ellen Tutoring provides enrichment through group and individual sessions which are guided by student interests. We cultivate curiosity and engagement through questioning and regular feedback. We offer Capacity Building support focusing on learning skills, confidence and social participation with peers.
We exist to support young people in finding their spark and love of learning.
How we Help
Unlock your child's potential
Is your child struggling with confidence, focus, or engagement in learning? Do they feel unchallenged, face learning difficulties, or struggle with attention?
You’re in the right place.
At Edith Ellen, we transform learning experiences for students who need extra support. We’ve helped reluctant readers and writers discover a love for learning, building both their skills and self-belief.
Break the Cycle of Frustration
When children disengage from school, the impact on families is profound. Low confidence, lack of motivation, and a negative mindset can create a cycle of struggle. Our tutoring sessions don’t just improve literacy and numeracy—they build a growth mindset. This shift is a game changer. We’ve seen students who once avoided challenges now embrace them with confidence.
Provide Inclusive Learning for Every Student
We welcome all learners, including neurodiverse students, who often seek inclusivity and practical life skills to thrive in their communities. Our approach goes beyond academics, incorporating real-world experiences that enhance social skills, independence, and community participation.
Your child’s learning journey starts here. Let’s help them grow, thrive, and succeed.
About Founder, Dianne Parkin
Dianne is a seasoned primary teacher, lecturer, student, researcher and story teller. She has taught and mentored over 2,000 primary aged children and is passionate about igniting a love of learning in her students and fostering curiousity. Her defined skills provide for individual needs, build on prior knowledge and celebrate differences.
Dianne has expertise in multi-age group settings and using open-ended tasks to stimulate creative thinking. Students have opportunities to meaningfully collaborate and discuss problem-solving strategies, enhancing their metacognition (awareness of their thinking).
She grew up in Upper Beaconsfield and is now based in Officer. Dianne has taught in the local community for nearly 20 years. Previously, she taught in most states of Australia and travelled extensively overseas. Dianne loves adventures, reading, writing, tennis, yoga and bush walking.
- Open ended Maths sessions
- Learning discovery sessions using story telling and music
- Tailoring sessions to suit individual interests and needs
- Group or one-on-one tutoring sessions
- Health & Yoga
- Parent information workshops
- Co-op sessions for home school groups
Master of Education (Research) | 2013 | Monash University
- 40,000 word thesis entitled – Tolerance of Food Intolerance: a Socio-cultural study of parents who have investigated food intolerance with their families
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | 1995 | University of Wollongong
Full Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
Current First Aid Certificates including CPR and Anaphylaxis training
Golemac, D., & Cheeseman, J. (2014). Classroom story: Toy parade. Prime Number, 29(1), 5-9.
Golemac, D., & Hallowell, L. (2015). Tolerance of food Intolerance: A sociocultural study of parent perceptions on food, behavior and learning in children aged between two and 14. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood 40(4), 96-103.
Cheeseman, J., McDonough, A., & Golemac, D. (2017). Investigating children’s thinking about suspended balances. New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 52, 143–158.
Catherine | December 2023
We just wanted to say our heartfelt thanks for the support you have given our children this year. We believe that without your encouragement and having them stretch themselves they wouldn’t have the confidence and belief in their abilities that they do have.”
Renee | December 2023
“Thank you for all the wonderful sessions you’ve spent with our children. They have all blossomed. Truly grateful. You’ve been amazing for our kids. Your engaging, relaxed approach makes it comfortable for children of all levels to participate and improve.”
Harsiddhi | December 2023
“Di has been a blessing to my kids’ learning journey. She skilfully cultivates critical thinking through engaging activities, laying a strong foundation for future learning. Creates a fun and stimulating classroom that nurtures young minds’ problem-solving abilities effectively.”
Helen | February 2024
“Thank you Dianne for being such a beautiful, patient, engaging, inspiring, persistent teacher. Your experience, knowledge and expertise has fostered a safe and trusting learning environment to enable my daughter to thrive learn and grow so much.”
About Dianne Parkin
Dianne is a seasoned primary teacher, lecturer, student, researcher and story teller. She is passionate about igniting a love of learning in her students and fostering curiousity. Her defined skills provide for individual needs, build on prior knowledge and celebrate differences. Dianne has expertise in multi-age group settings and using open-ended tasks to stimulate creative thinking. Students have opportunities to meaningfully collaborate and discuss problem-solving strategies, enhancing their metacognition (awareness of their thinking).
She grew up in Upper Beaconsfield and is now based in Officer. Dianne has taught in the local community for nearly 20 years. Previously, she taught in most states of Australia and travelled extensively overseas. Dianne loves adventures, reading, writing, tennis, yoga and bush walking.
- Open ended Maths sessions
- Learning discovery sessions using story telling and music
- Tailoring sessions to suit individual interests and needs
- Group or one-on-one tutoring sessions
- Health & Yoga
- Parent information workshops
- Co-op sessions for home school groups
Master of Education (Research) | 2013 | Monash University
- 40,000 word thesis entitled – Tolerance of Food Intolerance: a Socio-cultural study of parents who have investigated food intolerance with their families
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | 1995 | University of Wollongong
Full Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
Current First Aid Certificates including CPR and Anaphylaxis training
Golemac, D., & Cheeseman, J. (2014). Classroom story: Toy parade. Prime Number, 29(1), 5-9.
Golemac, D., & Hallowell, L. (2015). Tolerance of food Intolerance: A sociocultural study of parent perceptions on food, behavior and learning in children aged between two and 14. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood 40(4), 96-103.
Cheeseman, J., McDonough, A., & Golemac, D. (2017). Investigating children’s thinking about suspended balances. New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 52, 143–158.
Catherine | December 2023
Renee | December 2023
“Thank you for all the wonderful sessions you’ve spent with our children. They have all blossomed. Truly grateful. You’ve been amazing for our kids. Your engaging, relaxed approach makes it comfortable for children of all levels to participate and improve.”
Harsiddhi | December 2023
“Di has been a blessing to my kids’ learning journey. She skilfully cultivates critical thinking through engaging activities, laying a strong foundation for future learning. Creates a fun and stimulating classroom that nurtures young minds’ problem-solving abilities effectively.”
Helen | February 2024
“Thank you Dianne for being such a beautiful, patient, engaging, inspiring, persistent teacher. Your experience, knowledge and expertise has fostered a safe and trusting learning environment to enable my daughter to thrive learn and grow so much.”
Services
Group Discovery Sessions
For maths, reading and writing, which are filled with opportunities to problem solve, collaborate in a playful and meaningful way.
Literacy and maths Support
Education fundamental building blocks to help students build confidence, improve skills, and develop a love for learning.
Parent Workshops
Whether your child is struggling with foundational concepts or needs extra challenges, we help you understand the learning process to make it accessible and enjoyable.
School Readiness & Pre-school
Give your child the best start to their learning journey! Our school readiness and preschool support programs focus on building essential early literacy, numeracy, and social skills in a fun and nurturing environment.
Holiday Sessions & Home School support
Keep the learning momentum going! Our holiday sessions provide fun, engaging activities that reinforce key skills while keeping kids motivated.
Who is edith ellen?
In the early 1900s, Dianne’s great grandmother, Edith Ellen Ward (1881-1916) was pioneering new ways of educating in New Zealand.
You could say teaching is in Dianne’s DNA.
Edith married Dianne’s great grandfather, Fredrick Joseph Parkin (1881-1956), in 1908. Together they dedicated their lives to helping people, including those in our indigenous communities. They had three children, including Dianne’s grandfather, Edwin Joseph Parkin (1912-1982-known to Dianne as ‘Poppy’). He was just four years old when his mum died at age 35.
Edith Ellen Tutoring is building on the legacy she created.