For parents of C & D ATAR students

How Your Teen Can Go from C's & D's to Top Student in Just 60–90 Days. 100% Guaranteed.

Watch the free training below to see the exact system DUX students use to go from C's & D's to the top of their class — and why more tutoring, nagging and longer study hours don't fix the problem.

5.0

Watched the training? Step 2 is right below.

Book your free strategy call
Free 45-minute call No cost, no obligation Strategy prepared for your child
300+ students served Australia-wide
Step 2

Book your free strategy call.

Pick a time when you and your teen can both join. You'll answer a few quick, confidential questions so we can prepare a strategy for your child before we speak.

Discovery Call · DUX Academy 45 min · Free

Secure booking · Your answers stay confidential

This isn't theory. These are real results from DUX students.

See the full results wall
D-student
97.90 ATAR
Luqman, founder · DUX 2022
60–70%
97.3 ATAR
+ DUX of Cohort
Average (75%)
97.95 ATAR
+ Band 6 in all subjects
Very inconsistent
96.30 ATAR
Was scoring 30%–80%
60–70%
94.75 ATAR
Average student
50–60%
91.65 ATAR
+ 4th in State
60–70%
88.4 ATAR
+ DUX of Cohort
Lost & confused
DUX
1st in all subjects · 0 tutoring
60%95%
in 6 weeks
Rank 90Top 5
in 6 weeks
Last rank1st
in 5 weeks
45%95%
in 4 weeks
70%94%
in 5 weeks
60%94%
in 7 weeks
Barely passing92%
+ ranked 2nd
62%87%
in 6 weeks
50%80%
+ ranked 3rd
70%85%
in 4 weeks
63%83%
in 4 weeks
Sound familiar?

You know your child is capable of more.

They're not lazy, and they're not "just not academic". But somewhere between the phone, the procrastination and the last-minute cramming, their marks stopped reflecting what they can actually do.

  • You've paid for tutoring.
  • You've reminded them to study. Again.
  • You've taken the phone away.
  • You've told them Year 12 matters.
  • And the same pattern keeps coming back.
Procrastination
"They know they should study. They just can't seem to start."
Ineffective studying
"Hours at the desk — but the marks don't move."
Phone distraction
"Their attention disappears the second the phone lights up."
Inconsistency
"One productive week, then two weeks of nothing."
Exam panic
"They leave it too late, cram the night before, and walk in stressed."
No plan
"They sit down after school with no idea what they should actually be doing."

Swipe to see more

It's not an intelligence problem. It's a system problem.

No one has ever taught them how to study, plan and prepare properly — so every week ends up looking like the last one. Fix the system, and the marks follow.

Book a free strategy call
Why tutoring alone doesn't fix it

More tutoring won't fix a broken study system.

Picture a student with tutors for Maths, English and Chemistry. They still procrastinate, lose hours to their phone, study ineffectively and start exam prep three days before the test. More content isn't going to solve that.

Traditional tutoring

Teaches the content.

  • Helps with individual subjects
  • Explains difficult content
But doesn't usually fix
  • Discipline & consistency
  • Procrastination
  • Focus & time management
  • Study technique
  • Exam preparation
  • Motivation & academic planning
DUX Academy

Fixes the student behind the marks.

The habits, systems and mindset that decide whether every hour of study — including tutoring — actually pays off.

  • Discipline & consistency
  • Beating procrastination
  • Focus & phone control
  • Time management
  • Proven study methods
  • Exam prep weeks ahead
  • Motivation & mindset
  • A clear academic plan

"1st in all subjects. DUX of cohort. (Without any tutoring.)"
A DUX student who started out lost and confused.

DUX isn't anti-tutoring. Tutoring teaches your child what to learn. DUX teaches them how to learn it — so every hour they put in actually counts.

Student interviews

Every one of them tried tutoring first.

Four students, four very different starting points. Hear in their own words what was really holding them back, and what changed.

Retha: 50–60% to 97.3 ATAR 26 min
50–60%97.3 ATAR+ DUX of Cohort
“I went from low performing and not believing in myself to academically strong and confident. I had an English tutor, a very nice tutor, but it didn't really help. The tutor can do so much, but if I don't change myself, I'm not going to see the results.”

Averaging 50s and 60s in Year 11. Ranked 1st and 2nd in her classes in Year 12, then named DUX. Now studying Biomedical Science.

// RETHA · WAWatch the interview
Braeden: 30% to 97.95 ATAR 20 min
30%97.95 ATAR+ Band 6 in every subject
“I tried a couple of tutoring places, but none of it really felt personalised. This is probably more valuable than tutoring, because tutoring can just teach you from a book. This is something you can't just learn from a book.”

Got 30% on his first Year 12 Biology assessment. Finished with 93 in Biology, 97 in Investigating Science and 95 in English Advanced, spending about an hour a day on DUX. Now a DUX English mentor.

// BRAEDEN · NSWWatch the interview
Ibrahim: 20–30% to 88.4 ATAR 23 min
20–30%88.4 ATAR+ DUX of Cohort
“Even in Year 12 I went to a bit of tutoring, but if I didn't know DUX Academy, it would have gone in one ear and out the other. If you don't know how to study, you don't know how to do anything school-related. DUX Academy teaches you how to study. No tutor teaches you.”

A maths tutor assessed him at Year 7 level at the start of Year 11. He finished DUX of a disadvantaged school, in the top 20% of the state in every subject, with an offer to study Law.

// IBRAHIM · VICWatch the interview
Kristian: 60–75% to 91.65 ATAR 16 min
60–75%91.65 ATAR+ 4th in the State
“I did tutoring once a week. That first hour was really good, but after that I did no follow-up. The first thing I really did was put a routine in, and that routine just completely reorganised my life.”

Stuck on 60–75% through Year 11 and Term 1 of Year 12. Joined in the Term 1 holidays and finished 4th in the state for English Standard.

// KRISTIAN · NSWWatch the interview
The DUX System

Five pillars. One step-by-step system.

Not a folder of motivational videos. A structured curriculum, weekly live mentoring and a community of ambitious students — built to change how your child works, not just what they know.

01

Self Mastery

Mindset, goals, standards and identity. Students learn to think like a top student — and take ownership of their results instead of waiting to be pushed.

Growth mindsetClear goalsPersonal responsibility
02

Study Systems

Evidence-informed methods like active recall and spaced repetition, so they understand complex concepts faster and remember more — without studying 10 hours a day.

Active recallSpaced repetitionGetting ahead of content
03

Peak Productivity

Focus, planning, time management and distraction control. The practical fix for procrastination and the phone — so afternoons stop disappearing.

Daily planningDeep focusBeating procrastination
04

Exam Mastery

A preparation system that starts up to six weeks out — not the night before — so they walk into exams confident instead of anxious.

Early preparationPast papersExam confidence
05

Accountability & Mentoring

Weekly live mentoring calls and a community of like-minded students, so what they learn actually gets implemented — week after week.

Weekly live callsStudent communityImplementation
Featured transformations

Students who started where your child might be now.

Real DUX students. Real screenshots. Tap any image to read it in full.

Tap to enlarge
Year 12 · DUX 2025
Before
60–70%
After · ATAR
97.3
DUX of the CollegeCertificate of Subject Excellence

Not topping a single class in Year 11. By Year 12: topping multiple classes, consistently scoring in the 80s and 90s — and named DUX.

"The skills that I have learnt from your modules have not only taught me how to get better grades but have taught me how to become a better person."— DUX student, Year 12
Tap to enlarge
Year 12 · HSC
Before
75%
After · ATAR
97.95
Band 6 in all subjects
97Investigating Science
95English Advanced
93Biology
92Maths Standard
"So overall I attained an ATAR of 97.95 — absolutely stoked about it. Thanks for all ur support throughout the year."— DUX student, Year 12
Tap to enlarge
Year 12 · HSC
Before
50–60%
After · ATAR
91.65
4th in the State — English Standard

A below-average student at the start. Finished with a 91.65 ATAR — and one of the top English Standard results in the state.

"Did good. Got 91.65 and ranked 4th in the state for English Standard."— DUX student, Year 12
30–80%
96.30 ATAR
Marks used to swing anywhere from 30% to 80%.
60–70%
88.4 ATAR
+ DUX of their school.
60–70%
94.75 ATAR
Band 6 in CAFS, PDHPE, Maths & Science.
70%
94% in 5 wks
Highest mark in the class.

Swipe for more stories

Book a free strategy call

Find out what's holding your child back — and what to fix first.

The results wall

These aren't isolated success stories.

Students across Australia have used the DUX system to completely change the trajectory of their academics. Straight from our student community. Tap any result to read it in full.

Google reviews

Rated 5.0 by the parents and students who've lived it.

Every 5-star review from our Google profile, word for word. Start with the parents.

Google reviews
5.0
Based on 128 reviews
See all on Google

From parents

Parent
“My son has gone from getting Ds to achieving Bs”

As a parent, I was desperate. My son had been a C/D grade student for years — unmotivated, lacking confidence, and resistant to all the tutoring and academic resources we tried. Nothing seemed to work, and it was heartbreaking watching him struggle.

I came across Luqman through his Instagram reels, and to my surprise, my son resonated deeply with Luqman’s story about his own high school challenges. It was actually my son who asked to join Dux Academy. I was skeptical at first — we had tried so many programs — but after 6 months, I can confidently say this one is different.

My son has gone from getting Ds to achieving Bs, and more than just the grades, he’s developed time management skills, effective study habits, and most importantly — self-confidence. I see a different child now, one who believes in his own potential.

What really sets Dux Academy apart is the level of accountability and transparency. There are regular check-ins, real communication, and as a parent, I feel involved and supported in a way I haven’t experienced before. It’s not just a program — it’s a community.

I’m proud of the progress my son has made and excited to continue on this journey with him. I can now say I’m on my way to becoming an Academic Star Parent — and that’s something I never thought I’d say. Thank you, Dux Academy!

PPriscilla W.Google review
Parents
“she learned more about studying and succeeding in school through the Academy than she ever did at school or tutoring”

As parents, we honestly cannot recommend Luqman and the Academy enough! For most of her primary years, our daughter’s teachers constantly suggested she repeat a grade, and throughout high school, she never really cared about school. She was always behind her classmates, failing exams, and we honestly never thought she’d ever do well academically.

Then she joined Luqman’s Academy, and the difference has been incredible. Every module taught her something new, and we can confidently say she learned more about studying and succeeding in school through the Academy than she ever did at school or tutoring. At the start of Year 11, we spent a lot on tutoring, but despite this, she kept failing. When she discovered the Academy and took a break from tutoring, everything changed she started doing really well in her SACs as she applied what she learned from the Academy. In just a few weeks, her marks improved dramatically, and she started achieving results we never thought were possible.

The Academy is outstanding. The teaching during coaching calls is excellent, the guidance is incredible, and the supportive environment with like minded ATAR students makes a huge difference. Over the past two years, she’s gained so much knowledge and started performing at a level that amazed both us and her teachers. It’s all thanks to Luqman and the Academy. Honestly, without the academy she would have probably kept failing school.

FF.HGoogle review
Parents
“His first couple of tests instantly improved from 30-40% to 70-80%.”

Our son attended a Private school and even with that he wasn’t getting the grades that we expected for the fee of a Private school. I don’t know how my wife came across Dux Academy and to be honest i was very sceptical when she said there is an interview set up for our son but seeing his current results I knew we had to do something to help him. On the day of the interview we met Lug and straight away i was blown away. The way he explained everything I knew straight away this is it. He promised us, we do not have to do anything, leave it to him. Honestly before my wife was constantly pushing our son but it wasn’t getting anywhere but from my son’s first meeting with Lug, everything just clicked. His first couple of tests instantly improved from 30-40% to 70-80%. We were amazed. Our son wished he started last year. If you are a parent who’s serious about your child’s education, take my words; IT IS A WORTHWHILE INVESTMENT FOR YOUR CHILD. i would like to express our gratitude to DUX ACADEMY especially Lug for all that you have done .

Kind Regards

Manu&Ida Vagai

Happy Parents

MManu & Ida V.Google review
Parent
“It’s the best investment I have made for my daughter”

I can’t express enough how much Luqman, founder of Dux Academy has impacted my daughter’s academics. I spent so much on tutors and wasn’t getting the grades she was hoping. Dux Academy isn’t about tutoring, like Luqman said, the content is there, and that’s what the teachers are for.. what makes the difference is the mindset and the tools he introduces to the students. It’s a whole new world and method of learning. I want my youngest on it already but Luq said to wait til she’s older and more mature. If you’re a parent like me who is willing to invest in your child’s education, future and mental and emotional health - Dux Academy provides all this. It’s the best investment I have made for my daughter and I now see an even more determined person competing against herself, her mindset to get to the highest achievement she can attain - that’s all a parent could ever ask for. Thanks Luq for being the big brother my daughter never had and showing her, HER full potential. She’s now more positive, brighter and enjoying school even more.. PS- her teachers have also used her work as an example to other students! 🙂

CCindy M.Google review
Parent
“Her grades have completely turned around”

I just wanted to take a moment to share what I’ve witnessed in my daughter Tammy’s journey, not just academically, but in the way her entire mindset has transformed.

When Tammy first started, she was struggling, not because she wasn’t capable, but because she didn’t have the right guidance or confidence in herself. Over time, I’ve watched her grow into someone completely different: focused, motivated, and proud of her own progress. Her grades have completely turned around, but what truly amazes me is how much her attitude toward learning and problem-solving has changed.

She now looks forward to her weekly calls, where all of her questions get answered by Luqman in detail with patience and clarity. Those consistent check-ins have made such a difference, they have helped her stay on track, build confidence, and really believe in her abilities.

If you’ve ever considered giving your child that extra support, I can honestly say this experience has been life-changing. No matter what their academic past looks like, the growth you’ll see; both in their grades and in their mindset — is incredible.

It’s been such a rewarding journey to witness Tammy’s transformation, and I can’t recommend this program highly enough.

DDinsGoogle review
Parent
“Dux Academy has been a total game changer for him.”

We signed my son up about 12 months ago at his request. It has been a phenomenal success for him- after being an average student he is now consistently getting

A or A+ for four of five subjects- Dux Academy has been a total game changer for him. To be honest I was a bit sceptical about how it could help - especially in year 11, but all I can say is that it has been amazing, and if your kid is motivated to try it, go for it!

LLiz C.Google review
Parent
“Her confidence and academic performance have improved greatly.”

Dux Academy has been a wonderful influence on my daughter, Naomi. Since joining, and with the guidance of Luqman, she has become much more disciplined and goal-oriented in her studies. Luqman’s support and mentorship have helped her develop stronger study habits and a real sense of responsibility for her learning. I’ve seen Naomi become more hardworking, focused, and motivated to achieve her goals. Her confidence and academic performance have improved greatly. I’m truly grateful to Dux Academy and Luqman for the positive impact they’ve had on Naomi’s growth and progress

LLiyu A.Google review

Swipe for more parent reviews

From students

The transformation

What changes when the system changes.

Before DUX

  • C's and D's
  • No routine
  • Phone constantly pulling them away
  • Procrastinating every afternoon
  • Cramming the night before exams
  • Doesn't know how to study
  • Low confidence
  • Arguments at home about school

After DUX

  • A clear academic plan
  • A productive daily routine
  • Focus — and control over the phone
  • Effective study methods
  • Exam prep that starts weeks early
  • More independent, less nagging
  • Confidence and accountability
  • Marks that start moving up

This is the transformation DUX is designed to create. Every student starts from a different place, and results depend on the work they put in.

Luqman Arab, founder of DUX Academy
97.90ATAR
DUXof the 2022 cohort
UNSWScholarship
Meet the founder

"I was the student your child might be right now."

I wasn't a naturally gifted student. I was the kid who never studied, played games all day and watched Netflix the night before exams.

  1. Years 7–10
    A D-student
    Barely passed or failed almost every assessment. My parents were extremely disappointed — and my school wanted me to drop out.
  2. The odds
    A 300+ ranked public school
    No tutors, no head start, no reason anyone expected much.
  3. Start of Year 11
    Decided to change
    A bumpy road with plenty of doubters and failures — but I committed to making it happen.
  4. 2022
    97.90 ATAR · DUX of my cohort
    Band 6 (straight A's) in all subjects.
  5. University
    Scholarship to UNSW
  6. Today
    Built DUX Academy
    So other students don't have to figure it out alone.

Your child doesn't need to be a genius. I wasn't. They need someone who has been exactly where they are to show them what to do — step by step — so they don't burn out or make the mistakes I made. That's what DUX Academy is.

Luqman ArabFounder, DUX Academy
What's included

Everything your child gets inside DUX.

A complete system — not another course they'll never finish, and not another tutor.

The DUX Curriculum

A step-by-step, module-based program that takes your child from mindset and goals through study systems, productivity and exam mastery — the skills school and tutors don't teach.

  • 01Self Mastery
  • 02Study Systems
  • 03Peak Productivity
  • 04Exam Mastery
“Each subject has a step by step run down of how to study for it, and how to do anything to do with that subject. I watched my marks change dramatically after I started Dux.”Jana C. · Google review

1-1 mentoring

Your child gets 1-1 mentorship from students who've made their own academic comeback — people who've been exactly where they are, guiding them, answering their questions and keeping them on track.

Student community

A community of like-minded, ambitious students sharing their wins — the environment most teenagers never get at school.

Accountability

Weekly check-ins and an accountability log, so what they learn turns into what they actually do each week.

Exam strategy

A preparation system that starts up to six weeks before the exam — so cramming, panic and blanking out stop being the norm.

Study systems & subject mastery

Subject-specific guides showing exactly how to study for each subject, plus active recall and spaced repetition.

Questions parents ask

Everything you're probably wondering.

Still unsure if DUX is right for your child?

Ask us directly on a free call — no obligation.

How is this different from tutoring?

Tutoring helps with what your child is learning — a specific subject or topic. DUX fixes how they learn: their study methods, time management, focus, discipline, exam preparation and mindset.

If those underlying habits don't change, more tutoring usually just adds more content to a system that isn't working.

What if my child isn't motivated?

That's exactly who DUX was built for. Luqman was a D-student who played games all day and didn't care about school. The program starts with mindset, goals and self-image — because motivation and discipline are built, not born.

We've already tried tutoring. Why would this be different?

Because it solves a different problem. If your child has had tutoring and still procrastinates, studies inefficiently or crams before exams, the gap isn't content — it's the system. One of our DUX students finished 1st in all subjects and DUX of their cohort without any tutoring.

My child is getting C's and D's. Is it too late?

No. DUX was designed for struggling and average students, regardless of their current grades, school or subjects. Students who started on 50–60% have finished with ATARs above 90 — and the earlier they start, the more time they have to change their trajectory.

Is this only for Year 12 students?

No — DUX works with Year 10, 11 and 12 students. Starting in Year 10 or 11 means the habits are in place before the marks count most.

How much time will my child need?

Less than most parents expect. The goal isn't more hours, it's better hours.

In our student interviews, students describe spending anywhere from an hour or two a week to about an hour a day on DUX, on top of their normal schoolwork.

Does it work for HSC and VCE students?

Yes. DUX students have achieved results across both — from Band 6s in the HSC to top-ranked SACs in VCE. The system is about how your child studies, so it applies to any subject combination.

Is it online?

Yes. DUX has served 300+ students Australia-wide, and the curriculum, community and mentoring are all accessible from home.

What happens on the free strategy call?

It's a 45-minute call. When you book, you'll answer a few confidential questions so we can prepare an academic strategy before we speak.

On the call we'll identify what's holding your child back and walk through the study methods, productivity approach and exam preparation system that would help — then map out the next steps.

Do parents need to attend the call?

Yes. A parent or guardian must attend the call with their teen.

You know your child best, so having you there lets us work out exactly what will get them results. And because your teen is under 18, a parent or guardian needs to be part of any decision about enrolment.

Please book a time when you and your teen can both join.

How much does it cost?

It depends on what your child needs. We'll walk you through the options on the call so you can make an informed decision.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes. We have a conditional guarantee. If your teen doesn't improve, you get a full refund.

Your next step

Your child's current grades don't have to become their final results.

The earlier they fix the habits, systems and study methods holding them back, the more time they have to change their academic trajectory.

Book your free strategy call
Free 45-minute call No cost, no obligation We'll map out the next steps for your child
60–70%
97.3
ATAR + DUX
Average (75%)
97.95
ATAR + Band 6s
45%
95%
in 4 weeks