Year 11 Maths Acceleration: Finish HSC Maths a year early

Audience

Who it's for

The Year 11 Maths Acceleration Term Course is designed for:

Students who:

• Have completed the Matrix Year 10 Maths Acceleration Course and are ready to progress further
• Are currently in or preparing for an acceleration or extension stream at school and aim to sit the HSC Mathematics Advanced or Extension 1 exams in Year 11
• Aspire to pursue Extension 2 Mathematics in Year 12
• Are aiming for top results by building expertise in calculus, trigonometry, vectors, probability, and differential equations.
• Thrive in a focused, academically rigorous environment taught by subject specialists.
• Value regular feedback and targeted guidance to close gaps and refine exam technique.

Entry Requirement

To make sure every student is learning at the right pace and is challenged appropriately, all students complete an entry test before joining the Maths Acceleration Course.

Application Process

1. Submit an Application
Complete the online application form and provide your child’s recent school report or relevant documents.

2. Book the Entrance Test
Within 48 hours, our Customer Experience Team will contact you to schedule your child for the next available Maths Acceleration Entrance Test (tests run every 2 weeks).

3. Receive Results and Next Steps
After the test, our Academic Team reviews your child’s performance and will contact you within 7 days with the results and next steps for enrolment.

Program

What's covered

October – December (Matrix Term 1): Vectors, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Induction

Lesson 1: Vectors 1
Lesson 2: Vectors 2
Lesson 3: Vectors 3
Lesson 4: Vectors 4
Lesson 5: Mathematical Induction
Lesson 6: Definite and Indefinite Integrals
Lesson 7: Applications of Integration
Lesson 8: Calculus of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Lesson 9: Review and Topic Test

January – March (Matrix Term 2): Calculus of Trigonometric and Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Lesson 1: Review of Trigonometry
Lesson 2: Trigonometric Equations – Auxiliary Angle and t-formulae
Lesson 3: Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions
Lesson 4: Review of Integration
Lesson 5: Integrals Involving Trigonometric Functions
Lesson 6: Methods of Integration
Lesson 7: Derivatives of Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Lesson 8: Integrals Leading to Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Lesson 9: Review and Topic Test

April – June (Matrix Term 3): Projectile Motions, Differential Equations and Further Statistics

Lesson 1: Projectile Motion 1
Lesson 2: Projectile Motion 2
Lesson 3: Projectile Motion 3
Lesson 4: Differential Equations 1
Lesson 5: Differential Equations 2
Lesson 6: Continuous Random Variables
Lesson 7: The Normal Distribution
Lesson 8: The Binomial Distribution
Lesson 9: Review and Topic Test

July – September (Matrix Term 4): HSC Exams Mark Booster – Mastering Q13 and 14

Lesson 1: Arithmetic and Geometric Progressions
Lesson 2: Modelling Investments and Loans
Lesson 3: Review and Harder Problems – Trigonometric Functions
Lesson 4: Review and Harder Problems – Combinatorics and the Pigeonhole Principle
Lesson 5: Proofs Involving the Binomial Theorem
Lesson 6: Review and Harder Problems – Binomial coefficient proofs and Binomial Probability
Lesson 7: Review and Harder Problems – Differential Equations and Curve Sketching
Lesson 8: Review and Harder Problems – Vectors and Projectile Motion
Lesson 9: Mock HSC Exam

Benefits

What you'll gain

1. Completion of Year 12 Mathematics Extension 1 in Year 11
Algebra, trigonometry, calculus, vectors, statistics, and probability taught a year early for HSC acceleration.

2. Advanced problem-solving mastery
Confidence in tackling non-routine, multi-step problems across algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.

3. Exam readiness for HSC Advanced and Extension 1
Early exposure and repeated practice with exam-style questions to prepare for sitting HSC Maths ahead of schedule.

4. Support for School Assessments and HSC Trials
Targeted practice and feedback help students apply knowledge directly to classroom assessments, preparing them for Trials and the HSC exam.

5. Strong foundations for Extension 2
Skills, techniques, and study habits that lay the groundwork for success in the most advanced senior mathematics course.

5. Academic confidence and independence
Weekly quizzes, marked homework, and targeted feedback help students track progress, close gaps, and build disciplined study habits.

Approach

How it works

Structured Acceleration

Across 9 weeks each term, students complete the full Year 12 Mathematics Extension 1 syllabus while still in Year 11. This acceleration pathway is essential for students aiming to sit the HSC Mathematics Advanced or Extension 1 exams early, and for those planning to continue into Extension 2 in senior years.

Teaching Methods

Lessons are delivered by expert teachers using a mix of:

• Explicit instruction to explain complex concepts with clarity
• Worked examples to model problem-solving step by step
• Guided practice to build fluency and accuracy in new skills
• Weekly quizzes and targeted feedback to close gaps quickly

Content Mix

Lessons cover the Extension 1 syllabus in depth while reinforcing fluency in algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. Each session balances conceptual mastery with exam-style application, ensuring students can confidently transfer knowledge to complex, non-routine problems.

Course Progression

Each week builds on the last, following a carefully sequenced program that moves from core concepts to higher-order applications. Regular quizzes, topic tests, and workshops provide checkpoints for understanding and targeted support. By the end of the year, students will have completed the Year 12 Extension 1 syllabus.