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6-Month Trade Success Program
2,800
Designed for apprentices, trainees and adult learners who need support with workplace literacy, numeracy and technical theory. Weekly one-to-one sessions to strengthen trade knowledge and skills.
Valid for 6 months
26 Weekly 1-1 Sessions
Trade Maths, Literacy & TAFE Support
Consistent weekly support to reduce learning gaps
Priority booking for your preferred session time
Stronger long-term results than short-term tutoring
Access to holiday revision planning and study support
Flexible scheduling to suit work commitments
Discounted rate compared with casual bookings
Consistent support for lasting results
3 Month Trade Success Program
1,500
Personalised one-to-one support for apprentices, trainees and adult learners. Build confidence in trade maths, literacy and technical theory over 3 months.
Valid for 3 months
13 Weekly 1:1 Personalised Sessions
Trade Maths, Literacy & TAFE Support
Flexible Scheduling
Personalised Learning Strategies
Progress Monitoring
Email Support Between Sessions
5-Session Holiday Intensive
550
Five personalised one-to-one sessions during the school holidays to build confidence in trade maths, literacy and technical theory.
Valid until canceled
5 x One to One Personalised Sessions
School, Trade & University Support
Assessment & Exam Preparation
Flexible Holiday Scheduling
Progress Report
Confidence Building Strategies
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The Academic Stillness Package
Precision Intervention for Literacy, Numeracy & Somatic Regulation
A Customised Path to profiency:
No two neurological profiles are identical, and therefore, no single formula for learning can suffice. At The Stillness Initiative, we reject rigid instructional templates in favour of a dynamic, responsive approach. Each session is meticulously calibrated to the learner’s unique cognitive profile, emotional baseline, and immediate goals. By prioritising the person over the curriculum, we ensure that every hour spent is an investment in both academic progress and personal agency.
Somatic Integration & Cognitive Accessibility:
True learning cannot occur in a state of high physiological stress. We intentionally weave strategic movement, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation into the fabric of our educational sessions. By transforming the learning environment into a sanctuary of focused calm, we dismantle the barriers of anxiety and overwhelm. This allows students to engage with literacy and numeracy not as obstacles to be feared, but as skills to be mastered through confidence and clarity.
Somatic support Across the Lifespan -
Whether supporting a primary student navigating the classroom, an apprentice mastering the complexities of trade qualifications, or an adult learner reclaiming their educational journey, our philosophy remains unwavering: Regulate before you educate. We lead with a human-first methodology that honours the nervous system, creates the optimal conditions for cognitive breakthrough, and secures a foundation for lasting, meaningful success.
The Legacy: A Mission to Protect the Next Generation
A Master of the Practical, Stalled by the Page
Damien entered his final year of a Fitter and Turner qualification at TAFE with a mastery of the physical world but a profound history of academic displacement. Despite his high-level technical aptitude, the cumulative weight of undiagnosed dyslexia and years of "falling through the cracks" had created a significant executive functioning barrier. As his final literacy and mathematics exams approached, the final hurdles to his professional certification, the pressure triggered a paralysing cycle of learning stress.
The Barrier: The Weight of "Lost Time"
For Damien, the challenge wasn't a lack of intelligence; it was the trauma of time. Having navigated a school system that failed to translate his practical genius into academic terms, he viewed the classroom as a place of inevitable failure. This "Force" mindset, trying to white-knuckle his way through complex exams, led to profound anxiety. He wasn't just fighting a test; he was fighting a decade of feeling left behind.
The Legacy: A Mission to Protect the Next Generation:
Perhaps the most significant outcome of our collaboration was Damien’s shift in identity. Having felt the sting of being "the kid who fell behind," Damien has emerged with a fierce commitment to advocacy. His motivation for success is no longer just personal; it is altruistic.
He is driven to ensure that the next generation of practical learners doesn't lose the years he did. He has become a living testament to the fact that when we provide the right support at the right time, we don't just save a career—we empower a leader.
Photography kindly provided by Kimberly Ann, who generously donated her time and talent in support of the Stillness in schools vision. https://www.kimberlyannphotography.com.au/
How We Worked
The Stillness Intervention: Shifting from Force to Flow:
Our work focused on deconstructing the "learning stress" response. By implementing somatic grounding techniques and tailored literacy strategies, we shifted Damien’s approach from high-friction struggle to cognitive flow. We stopped treating the dyslexia as a deficit and started treating his technical brain as the asset. We reclaimed the time he felt he had lost by fast-tracking his confidence through targeted, high-impact intervention.
The Outcome: Professional Mastery and Purpose:
Damien didn't just pass his exams; he dismantled the barrier that had stood in his way for most of his life. He successfully completed his Fitter and Turner qualification, transitioning from a student in crisis to a professional in command.
Request Karen as your SPELD SA tutor
Karen is a registered teacher and provides tutoring as a contractor through SPELD SA. Families who are eligible for SPELD SA support can request Karen as their preferred tutor by following the process below.
https://speldsa.org.au/pages/tutoring
Scroll to the bottom of the Tutor page, and complete the tutor request form. Include 'Karen McCall' in your request, along with your child's details, tutoring requirements, preferred mode of tutoring (online or face-to-face), and any other relevant information.
If you are seeking private tutoring through Stillness in Schools, explore the tutoring pricing and plans to find the option that best suits your learning needs. Private tutoring is available for children, secondary students, and adults, including those studying in trade, TAFE, apprenticeship, and workplace training environments.
