Empowering Students with Care and Commitment

Our Story

Dean’s Tutoring Place was founded in 2008 to make quality tutoring accessible, stress-free, and genuinely supportive.

Over the years, we’ve helped dozens of Queensland families overcome learning hurdles and boost their child’s confidence — all while taking the pressure out of schoolwork.

We offer personalised, online and in-person lessons designed to meet your child exactly where they’re at.

Whether they need a little extra help or a full confidence boost, we’re here to support their journey every step of the way.

Why Parents Choose Us

Tailored for Every Learner

We adapt each lesson to suit your child's learning needs, style and pace - no cookie cutter approach here.

Experienced Tutors

Our tutors know how to connect with students and make learning feel achievable and enjoyable.

Results That Matter

From improved grades to growing self-belief, we focus on real outcomes - both academic and personal.

Dean O'Shea

Meet The Team

Founder & Academic Tutor

I started Dean’s Tutoring Place because I wanted to create a learning space where students feel seen, heard, and supported — without pressure or judgment.

📚 Specialises in: Secondary Maths and Physics

🎓 Background: With over 15 years of tutoring experience in the Queensland curriculum, I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, along with a Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering and Marketing Business.

Michael Everingham

Academic Tutor

I love helping students realise they’re capable of more than they thought. Seeing those ‘lightbulb’ moments never gets old.

📚 Specialises in: Primary School Math, High School Math and Chemistry

🎓 Background: TEFL-certified with a background in chemical and electrical engineering, and I studied at the University of Newcastle and TAFE Newcastle.

Ready to Give Your Child a Boost?

Whether your child needs support catching up or wants to get ahead, we're here to help them thrive — in a way that feels calm, positive, and personalised.