Here at Taggart Tutors, we personalise learning. We want learners to feel excited to learn, and to know that it’s possible for them to achieve and succeed.
To do this, each of our students are paired with the perfect tutor for them. Have a read about our ever-growing tuition team...
John Taggart
Founder and Educational Consultant
John was born to educate. He believes in the power of understanding as key to self-belief and personal fulfilment for life. John arrived in Australia from his native Scotland in 2010, and quickly began managing 2 highly successful professional tuition centres. In 2020, John founded his own company, Taggart Tutors, with the goal of sharing his experience and developing his tuition services to meet the needs of every learner in the community and beyond. John prefers the professional tuition environment to teaching in school as it allows him to not only identify individual needs for learners, but to meet them where they are as people. John personalises learning.
When not teaching or developing tuition services, John can be found at the theatre or cinema, reading historical fiction, or playing on the floor with Taggart Tutors’ Head of Barketing Handkerchief ‘Hank’ Gough-Taggart.
NOTE: John's tuition is in high demand and he is frequently at full capacity with students. As such, he may not be available to work as a tutor upon request. In this instance, we will refer you to one of our other tuition professionals!
Nick K.
Centre Management
Senior Tutor // Education and Learning Facilitator
Tertiary, High School and Primary Mathematics
Nick has been working with John as a highly valued tutor since 2012, and has supported over 120 one-to-one learners to achieve their personal academic goals. He holds both a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Mathematics/Japanese and Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education. Nick has taught in High Schools and as a professional tutor at 4 different Learning Centres in Brisbane. He loves his work with us because his 2 favourite things are Maths and helping people understand and enjoy Maths. However, beyond maths, Nick will often be found on a running or cycling track on Brisbane’s Northside, and values staying fit and healthy.
NOTE: Nick's tuition is in high demand and he is frequently at full capacity with students. As such, he may not be available to work as a tutor upon request. In this instance, we will refer you to one of our other tuition professionals!
Barney G.
Senior Tutor // Marketing Consultant
Early Childhood Development, English, Humanities and Written Expression (Primary and Senior)
Barney began working as a professional tutor in 2012 and has experience working with people of all ages and disciplines. In particular, Barney is passionate about sharing a love of learning, fearlessness in the face of the unknown and loves to see his learners exceed their own expectations. Barney is a sessional tutor and guest lecturer at Queensland University of Technology in their Creative Industries Faculty and is an active contributor to the Brisbane theatre scene, working as a director and performer.
Barney holds a Master of Fine Arts (Research) degree and his creative work has toured across Australia and to London. When Barney is not teaching or making theatre, he can be found sewing, cooking and listening to an audio-book or podcast.
Brock F.
Education and Learning Facilitator
Brock joined John's team as a professional tutor in 2018, and is committed to service in life as an educator. He holds a workplace Cert III in Early Childhood Education, and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education Secondary. Brock consistently strives to develop and expand upon his own educational knowledge skills.
Brock values working for John at Taggart Tutors because of the way we form relationships with our learners and how effectively tutors bring a holistic approach to education. He admires the passion and effort that each of the tutors bring every day, and finds his colleagues “amazing - it's great to be a part of people working in their element with students”.
Beyond supporting learners, Brock enjoys watching and playing sport, especially basketball, and gaming - so he’s the man to talk to if a learner has an interest in Fortnite or Minecraft!
Audrey C.
Tutor
Audrey began working as a professional tutor in 2022 and has experience teaching into chemistry, maths methods, English, Humanities and visual art. In particular, Audrey is passionate about sharing a growth mindset, seeking to instil a positive attitude toward learning in her students. Audrey is embarking on a pre-med education journey with many years of study ahead.
When Audrey is not working, you might find them print-making or playing the piano.
Eloise J.
Tutor
Eloise J. began working as a professional tutor in 2023 and has experience teaching into junior and senior maths, science and German. Eloise is particularly enthusiastic about report writing and breaking down lab reports with her students. Eloise is currently undertaking a Bachelors of Environmental Management with integrated Honours alongside a Diploma of German.
When Eloise is not working, you might find them hiking, rock climbing and sewing!
Francois B.
Tutor and Learning Supervisor
Francois B. began working as a professional tutor in 2023 and has experience teaching primary maths and English as well as grades 7 to 10 maths and science. In particular, Francois is passionate about connecting with students to have breakthroughs and make new discoveries. He want to imbue his students with an excitement and passion for learning. Francois is currently undertaking a Bachelors of Conservation, Biology and Ecology with aspirations and curiosities around post-grad studies.
When Francois is not working, you might find him being a plant parent, practicing kung-fu or hiking.
Amelia W.
Tutor
Amelia began working as a professional tutor in 2021 and has experience teaching primary English and maths, maths methods, chemistry and biology. In particular, Amelia is passionate about helping students achieve their specific learning goals and creating managable and realistic study plans. Amelia is currently studying a bachelor of advanced science at UQ with a major in Chemistry. She aims to go into medicinal research and drug development upon graduation.
When Amelia is not working, you might find them baking, reading, or spending time with friends
Lochlan O.
Tutor
Lochie began working as a professional tutor in 2022 and has experience teaching into senior maths, biology, physics, and engineering. In particular, Lochie is passionate about engaging with senior learners who are struggling to get a handhold on their education. Lochie is also studying a Bachelors of Senior Education specialising in Advanced Mathematics and Biology.
When Lochie is not working, you might find them working on one of their cars, gaming, or travelling the world.
Oliver G.
Tutor
Oliver began working as a professional tutor in 2023 and has experience teaching into English and the Humanities from primary through to senior grades. In particular, Oliver is passionate about improving learner's written expression, particularly in essay writing, as well as improving analytical thinking. He hopes that his interest in English and the Humanities helps to inspire learners to develop a greater understanding of these subjects and to push themselves to achieve their best. Oliver is also completing a dual degree of Law and Arts, majoring in writing.
When Oliver is not working, you might find him making music or going for runs alongside the Brisbane river.
Sam D.
Tutor
Sam began working as a professional tutor in 2023 and has experience teaching Maths and Physics. In particular, Sam is passionate about helping students understand and enjoy the process of learning so that they may become passionate learners too. Sam is also studying a Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering with complementary studies in Aerospace Engineering.
When Sam is not working, you might find them playing guitar way too loud or cooking his favourite pasta sauce.
Handkerchief (Hank)
Head of Barketing
Hank entered the world in 2020, and joined the team shortly afterwards. He is beloved by learners and tutor staff alike, and is often on-hand to provide moral support for learners. Hank is a strong believer in stress relief, and he has calmed many learners to support them to face difficult challenges. When not working with learners to allay their overwhelm, Hank loves nothing more than a game of tug-of-war or chasey, visiting his friends to play at the dog park, or settling down to tuck into a bowl of Chicken Chunkers.
