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Get ahead with 150+ pages of textual analysis, critical research, and practical writing exercises developed to cover all aspects of the Year 11 HSC English Advanced syllabus.
Hone your textual analysis and writing skills with valuable insights and strategies from experienced English experts.
Step 1
Reading for Meaning
Step 2
Analysis
Step 3
Plan and Scaffold
Step 4
First Draft
Step 5
Feedback and Polish
Step 6
Videos for Revision
Step 7
Topic Test
Develop your English skills with personalised feedback from teachers and additional one-on-one workshops.
English success is not simply about knowing the “right answer.” Rather it involves the ability to translate what you have learned in class and make meaningful connections to answer questions successfully.
This course will give students the ability to deepen their understanding of key ideas such as:
Students will engage in modelled exercises designed to develop their reading and analysing skills which will transfer to assessments. Once students can analyse texts, they will apply their new knowledge to communicate their ideas creatively and critically.
The skills of reading, understanding and responding form the foundation for long-term success in English.
See how our flexible learning methods can cater for your learning needs.
Develop your ability to articulate detailed textual insights through analytical, creative, and comparative reading and writing.
Gain practical assessment-style writing experience and consolidate learning with weekly writing homework.
Get detailed teacher feedback on writing tasks and review areas of improvement with unlimited access to online revision video lessons.
Build confidence for school assessments with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam conditions.
Matrix Term 1
(Oct - Dec)
Common Module: Reading to Write
Matrix Term 1
(Oct - Dec)
Common Module: Reading to Write
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Reading, Writing and Reflecting - Pathways to HSC Success
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Reading, Writing and Reflecting - Pathways to HSC Success
Matrix Term 1
(Oct - Dec)
Lesson 1: Stories of Ourselves
Lesson 2: A Poet’s Perspective
Lesson 3: Poetry Workshop
Lesson 4: Convicts and Colonists
Lesson 5: Tales from the Bush
Lesson 6: Imagining Australia Today
Lesson 7: Finding Your Voice
Lesson 8: Developing Insight
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Lesson 1: The Power of Stories
Lesson 2: Context in Focus
Lesson 3: The Hero
Lesson 4: The Witch
Lesson 5: Monsters
Lesson 6: Odysseus
Lesson 7: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 8: The Idea of Home
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Module B and Othello
Lesson 2: Shakespeare and Form
Lesson 3: Othello and Race
Lesson 4: Iago’s Deception and Writing About Shakespeare
Lesson 5: Gender and Jealousy
Lesson 6: Othello Unravels
Lesson 7: Writing a Module B Essay
Lesson 8: Othello in Review
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Discursive Writing
Lesson 2: Storytelling through Conversations
Lesson 3: Travel Writing
Lesson 4: The Personal Essay
Lesson 5: Exam Skills
Lesson 6: Introduction to Imaginative Writing
Lesson 7: Diverse Perspectives in Science Fiction
Lesson 8: Personal Identity and Horror
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and HSC and/or university teaching experience.
Get 150+ pages of expertly designed content backed by over 30 years of collective teaching experience.
Our small classes are arranged in a U-shape, creating an interactive and engaging learning environment.
Enjoy additional one-on-one tutor support for extra feedback, writing development, or homework assistance.
All Matrix Campuses are designed for student comfort and engagement. Make learning enjoyable with our comfortable and professional learning environment.
Get regular practice and teacher feedback with weekly assessment-style online writing homework.
Review your understanding with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam-style conditions in preparation for school assessments.
Get year round access to Theory Lesson Videos, online resources, and track your progress easily via the Matrix LMS platform.
Learn from the best. Each Theory Lesson is accompanied by online video lessons led by experienced teachers.
Want advice on subject selection, HSC study tips, and ATAR and scaling? Get exclusive access to academic advice, and invitations to events and seminars from the Matrix academic team.
Enjoy access to all course resources until the end of the academic year.
All on campus courses come with our First Lesson Money Back Guarantee.
Castle Hill
Thu 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sun 1:00PM - 2:30PM |
Chatswood
Mon 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Thu 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sat 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM |
Epping
Mon 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sat 6:00PM - 7:30PM |
Hurstville
Tue 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Thu 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sat 9:00AM - 10:30AM |
Sun 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Liverpool
Sun 4:10PM - 5:40PM |
Parramatta
Mon 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Wed 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Fri 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sat 10:30AM - 12:00PM 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM |
Strathfield
Mon 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Wed 4:30PM - 6:00PM 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sat 1:00PM - 2:30PM |
Sun 1:00PM - 2:30PM 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Sydney City
Fri 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Gain practical writing experience with targeted analytical investigation and skill-based writing exercises in each daily lesson.
Consolidate your writing skills to confidently develop various full-length writing pieces with in-class reflection and editing.
Receive and apply feedback on daily in-class writing tasks from experienced teachers.
Holiday 1
8 - 12 October
Transition to Senior English
Holiday 1
8 - 12 October
Transition to Senior English
Holiday 2
January
Writing a Comparative Essay
Holiday 2
January
Writing a Comparative Essay
Holiday 3
April
How to Write an Evaluative Essay
Holiday 3
April
How to Write an Evaluative Essay
Holiday 4
July
The Art of Writing
Holiday 4
July
The Art of Writing
Holiday 1
8 - 12 October
Who is it for: Current Year 10 students going into Year 11 in 2025.
This course is suitable for both English Advanced and Standard students.
Day 1: Engaging with Texts
Day 2: Analysing Texts
Day 3: Evaluating Texts
Day 4: Composition of Texts
Day 5: Reflecting on Texts
Holiday 2
January
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Holiday 3
April
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Holiday 4
July
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and HSC and/or university teaching experience.
Get a 100+ colour page Writing Skills Book designed by experts to develop students’ practical writing skills with fun and engaging exercises.
Our small classes are arranged in a U-shape, creating an interactive and engaging learning environment.
All Matrix Campuses are designed for student comfort and engagement. Make learning enjoyable with our comfortable and professional learning environment.
Strathfield
20 Jan - 24 Jan |
1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Learn at your own pace with the support you need. Work through your Matrix Theory Book with 8 clear video lessons taught by experienced Matrix teachers.
Perfect your writing with assessment-style homework tasks and see continuous improvement with personalised and insightful teacher feedback.
Address gaps in learning by asking questions on the student Q&A board to receive individual teacher support within 1 working day.
Build confidence for school assessments with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam conditions.
Online 1
Common Module: Reading to Write
Online 1
Common Module: Reading to Write
Online 2
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Online 2
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Online 3
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Online 3
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Online 4
Reading, Writing and Reflecting - Pathways to HSC Success
Online 4
Reading, Writing and Reflecting - Pathways to HSC Success
Online 1
Lesson 1: Stories of Ourselves
Lesson 2: A Poet’s Perspective
Lesson 3: Poetry Workshop
Lesson 4: Convicts and Colonists
Lesson 5: Tales from the Bush
Lesson 6: Imagining Australia Today
Lesson 7: Finding Your Voice
Lesson 8: Developing Insight
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Online 2
Lesson 1: The Power of Stories
Lesson 2: Context in Focus
Lesson 3: The Hero
Lesson 4: The Witch
Lesson 5: Monsters
Lesson 6: Odysseus
Lesson 7: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 8: The Idea of Home
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Online 3
Lesson 1: Introduction to Module B and Othello
Lesson 2: Shakespeare and Form
Lesson 3: Othello and Race
Lesson 4: Iago’s Deception and Writing About Shakespeare
Lesson 5: Gender and Jealousy
Lesson 6: Othello Unravels
Lesson 7: Writing a Module B Essay
Lesson 8: Othello in Review
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Online 4
Lesson 1: Introduction to Discursive Writing
Lesson 2: Storytelling through Conversations
Lesson 3: Travel Writing
Lesson 4: The Personal Essay
Lesson 5: Exam Skills
Lesson 6: Introduction to Imaginative Writing
Lesson 7: Diverse Perspectives in Science Fiction
Lesson 8: Personal Identity and Horror
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and HSC and/or university teaching experience.
Get 150+ pages of expertly designed content backed by over 30 years of collective teaching experience delivered right to your doorstep.
Learn from the best. Each Theory Lesson is accompanied by online video lessons led by experienced teachers.
Want advice on subject selection, HSC study tips, and ATAR and scaling? Get exclusive access to academic advice, and invitations to events and seminars from the Matrix academic team.
Get regular practice and teacher feedback with weekly assessment-style online writing homework.
Get year round access to Theory Lesson Videos, online resources, and track your progress easily via the Matrix LMS platform.
Review your understanding with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam-style conditions in preparation for school assessments.
Stuck on a question? Address individual learning needs using the Q&A boards and receive teacher responses within 1 working day.
Enjoy access to all course resources until the end of the academic year.
Online
Access starts | 14 October 2024 |
Access ends | 31 December 2025 |
Matrix+ online
Term course
Holiday course
Who is it for?
Course structure
Matrix resources
Reporting
Additional support
Homework
Assessments
years teaching
Qualifications
Year levels
Subjects taught
Years at Matrix
years
Teaching experience
years
Campuses
Locations
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Flexible payment options: Pay quarterly or monthly over 3 months.
Term course
9 weekly lessons over 9 weeks
$690
per term
$230
per month for 3 months
Holiday course
5 daily lessons over 5 days
$690
per holiday course
$230
per month for 3 months
Matrix+ online
9 lessons, anywhere, anytime
$462
per module
$154
per month for 3 months
The Year 11 English course was highly effective in preparing me for the rigours of Year 12 English. It allowed me to further develop writing skills and work to develop a well-thought-out essay under time constraints.
Tara Anglican School for Girls
English has always been one of my favourite subjects and I truly believe that the energy from my Matrix Year 11 English Advanced teachers have made an engaging and enlightening experience. The abundance of both literacy knowledge and additional contextual appreciation have really boosted my school marks and my personal appreciation for English.
North Sydney Girls High School
The Matrix English course has greatly improved my English abilities by giving me more opportunities to practise my writing as well as providing feedback as to how I can improve. The lesson content is also presented in an easily understood way to deepen my understanding of literacy concepts.
St Luke's Grammar School
English at Matrix has really helped me develop my creative writing skills and essay synthesis. I get very valuable and specific feedback that is very impactful and useful in my writing.
Sydney Girls High School
The Matrix English courses have helped me better under the more abstract concepts within texts that we study at school, and have helped me understand different styles of writing, such as discursive, much better.
Sydney Girls High School
You might think giving up time in your holidays isn’t worth it but the Matrix English Holiday Course was extremely valuable. Not only does it give you great head start for term, the positive learning environment make it enjoyable!
Sydney Girls High School
Matrix English courses incorporate the syllabus points with practice and targeted improvement areas each lesson. There is constant feedback each week, which is helpful, especially to experiment with different styles of writing and see what works.
North Sydney Girls High School
Who are Matrix teachers?
Matrix Year 11 English Advanced teachers are experienced educators who have degrees in related disciplines. They are knowledgeable, know how to explain things clearly, and make learning fun.
What are the teaching styles of Matrix teachers?
Matrix English teachers deliver a structured and engaging learning experience through a mix of instructional and interactive teaching.
Is the Matrix Year 11 English tutoring program mapped to the NSW syllabus?
Yes, the Matrix Year 11 English Advanced tutoring program covers every aspect of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Syllabus thoroughly.
Why does Matrix teach one term ahead of the school program?
Matrix Term 1 starts in October each year. This allows students to learn one term ahead and gain a competitive advantage over their school peers when the topic is revisited at their school.
Can Matrix Year 11 English Advanced tutoring improve my child's marks at school?
100% of our students have reported an improvement in their confidence and marks since enrolling into the Matrix Year 11 English Advanced tutoring course.
What is the class size?
All Matrix classes seat a maximum of 15 students arranged in U-shape formation to support an interactive and engaging student learning environment.
How long does each Year 11 English Advanced tutoring session go for?
You can complete the Year 11 English Advanced either during the school term or in the school holidays.
What's the difference between Holiday course and Term course?
The table below compares the Holiday course to the Term course.
Holiday Course | Term Course | |
What is it | 5 day on campus course | 9 week on campus course |
When is it | Holidays | Term |
Who is it for | Learn ahead of school and save time during the term | Learn in alignment with the school pace |
Course structure | 3 hour daily lessons over 5 consecutive days | 1.5 hour weekly lessons over 9 weeks |
Individual support | 1: 1 Workshops available during the term | 1: 1 Workshops available during the term |
If my child misses a lesson, what can they do to catchup?
Matrix provides students access online Theory Lesson Videos for missed lessons and revisions. The video lessons are easy to follow and paired with the Matrix Theory Book.
What is Matrix+?
Matrix+ is an online course consisting of video lessons paired with Matrix Theory Books. It’s accessible, more affordable and flexible compared to Matrix On-Campus courses. It’s an effective learning option if you prefer to learn at your own pace.
Is the online lesson live streamed classes?
No, you can learn at any time. Matrix+ lessons are pre-recorded to ensure the highest quality delivery for all types of learners! Our detailed video lessons allow you to view and follow the lesson at your own pace – pause, replay, or speed up videos for an on-demand learning experience.
Pause to view, take a break, take notes in your Theory Book, and rewind to view parts of the lessons again.
How long do I have access Matrix+ course?
Online course students will still be able to access Theory Lesson Videos, Q&A Discussion Boards, and online resources until the end of the calendar year. For example, students enrolled in the 2024 Term 1 course (commences October 2023) will have access until December 2024.
How will I receive the Matrix+ Theory Book?
Matrix Theory Books will be mailed to your delivery address via Australia Post.