Impact Tutoring Hawke's Bay
It starts with a chat - not a test.
Tell Jo what's going on - the subject that's become a battle, the confidence that's slipped, the goal that feels out of reach. It's a relaxed phone call, it costs nothing, and there's no obligation. We listen first; the plan comes after.
Call the Hub - 021 215 3414 · Locally owned by Jo.
In person
1:2 personal attention
Online
1:1 anywhere in NZ
All ages
primary to adult
Hawke's Bay
& districts
We're not here to chase grades. We're here for the moment a learner starts believing they can - because marks follow confidence, not the other way round. Because you count.
Whatever the goal
We've probably helped someone get there
Three broad paths - and everything in between.
Primary
Numeracy & literacy foundations
Solid foundations in reading, writing and number - starting with a friendly assessment so we know exactly where your child is at, and exactly what they need next.
“We just want to know if she's where she should be.” - that's the assessment.
Years 9-13
CAA & NCEA support
Targeted subject help across Years 9-13 - filling the gaps, building exam habits, and taking the stress out of CAA and NCEA, one week at a time. English is Jo's specialty.
“He's fine in class but freezes in exams.” - we work on the subject and the confidence.
Adults
Back to study - at any age
Heading back to study or chasing a new career? We build condensed, focused programmes around your goal - however long it's been since a classroom.
“How do I even write an essay any more?” - that's exactly where we start.
Meet the Hub owner
Meet Jo - because you count.
“Education isn't just about grades - it's about inspiring a genuine love for learning.”
I am deeply motivated by the spark that happens when a young person truly connects with what they are learning. For me, education isn't just about grades; it's about inspiring a genuine love for learning and empowering students to realise their full potential.
Inside the Hawke's Bay Hub
Real people walk through our doors
Not case studies - just the kinds of chats Jo has every week.
“Dad rang about his Year 6 - reading fine, maths a nightly meltdown. One assessment later we knew the exact gap.”
Junior numeracy
“A Year 12 who'd stopped putting her hand up. Two terms with the right tutor and she's leading her study group.”
NCEA support
“An adult learner with a Police application and eight weeks. We built a focused plan around the entry exam - he's in uniform now.”
Adult learning
The wider network
Part of something bigger
This Hub is one of a growing network founded by Jean McKenzie - over a decade of helping Kiwi kids find their confidence, now across multiple Hubs and growing.
Tutor with us
Love teaching? Join the Hawke's Bay team.
Jo is always keen to hear from warm, capable tutors who believe every learner counts. Primary, secondary or specialist subjects, in person or online - if you have got the heart for it, we would love to chat.
Flexible hours, real support, and a network that has your back.
or call Jo on 021 215 3414
Ready when you are
Book a junior assessment
Numeracy and literacy assessments show exactly where your child is at.
The same fair pricing at every Impact Tutoring Hub - see pricing at impacttutoring.co.nz →
Come and say hi
Visit us
The door at 10 White Street, Taradale, Napier is a friendly one - and so is the phone. Tell Jo what's going on, and it starts from there.
- Call or text:
- 021 215 3414
- Email:
- hawkesbay@impacttutoring.co.nz
- Visit:
- 10 White Street, Taradale, Napier
In person around
Plus online with Jo's team anywhere in New Zealand, from Kaitaia to Wānaka.