Meet Our Director- Alysha Griffiths
Alysha Griffiths is the Founder of Breakaway Education, providing tutoring in Mittagong, Wilton and across the Southern Highlands and Wollondilly.
With a Master of Teaching, a Graduate Certificate in Learning Difficulties, and specialist training in learning difficulties, Alysha leads Breakaway Education from a place of deep care and understanding of each child’s unique learning needs.
Her approach combines academic expertise with a deep belief that every child deserves to feel capable, confident and supported in their learning.
Established in 2016, Breakaway Education now supports over 180 students each week through personalised tutoring designed to improve confidence, skills and overall educational outcomes.
Our team of tutors includes qualified teachers and education University students, all highly trained and passionate about supporting children across literacy, maths and learning support.
Alysha understands the concerns many parents face when seeking the right support for their child. She works closely with families and tutors to ensure each student is carefully matched with the right tutor, with clear communication and ongoing support throughout their learning journey.
At Breakaway Education, Alysha ensures that every decision is made with your child’s education, confidence and wellbeing at the centre.
- Over 16 years of classroom teaching experience.
- 10 years of specific tutoring experience
- 10 years experience teaching guitar, singing and piano.
- Bachelor of Arts (English and History).
- Master of Teaching in Secondary Education.
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Learning Difficulties).
- Irlen Screener
- Qualified Tutor of the Australian Tutoring Association (ATA).
Message from Alysha
For me, this means moving beyond simply delivering the curriculum and instead supporting each child as a whole person. This belief has shaped Breakaway Education from the very beginning, and is at the heart of what we do every day.
Throughout my teaching career and in building Breakaway, my goal has always been to show students that they can truly break away from anything that may be holding them back, whether that is confidence, learning challenges, or past experiences in the classroom.
If I believe there is another avenue of support that could help your child succeed, I will always guide you in that direction and walk alongside you through that process.
I see learning as a puzzle, where every piece matters. When we take the time to understand the full picture of your child, we can provide the support they need to truly thrive.
More than anything, I want every child who walks into Breakaway to feel comfortable, supported and capable, and to leave with growing confidence and the belief that they can achieve what they set out to do.