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Build confidence in all NSW Year 8 English syllabus topics with targeted lessons covering high-level textual analysis and writing.
Learn from experienced English experts. Get ahead with detailed insights, tips, and methods to help you develop your analytical and writing skills.
Step 1
Reading for Meaning
Step 2
Analysis
Step 3
Plan and Scaffold
Step 5
First Draft
Step 6
Feedback and Polish
Develop your English skills with personalised feedback from teachers and additional one-on-one workshops.
Develop your ability to articulate detailed textual insights through analytical, creative, and comparative reading and writing.
Gain practical experience and consolidate learning with weekly writing homework and quizzes.
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)
Non-Fiction Writing
Matrix Term 1
(Oct - Dec)
Non-Fiction Writing
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Intertextuality and Literary Value
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Intertextuality and Literary Value
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Representation
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Representation
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Analysing Shakespeare
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Analysing Shakespeare
Matrix Term 1
(Oct - Dec)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Non-Fiction Writing
Lesson 2: Discursive Writing about Family
Lesson 3: Discursive Writing about Food
Lesson 4: Discursive Writing about Sport
Lesson 5: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 6: Feature Articles
Lesson 7: New Faces of the Discursive: Social Media
Lesson 8: Writing Discursive Comedy
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Matrix Term 2
(Feb - Apr)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Thor
Lesson 2: Thor Goes to Hollywood
Lesson 3: And She Becomes Thor
Lesson 4: Writing a Long Response
Lesson 5: Introduction to Vampires
Lesson 6: Dracula Hits the Big Time!
Lesson 7: The Modern Vampire
Lesson 8: Writing a Long Response
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
Matrix Term 3
(Apr - Jun)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Perspective and Representation
Lesson 2: Representing Personal Experience
Lesson 3: Context, Perspective, and Representation
Lesson 4: Representing History
Lesson 5: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 6: Reading and Writing What You Know
Lesson 7: Representing Childhood Experiences
Lesson 8: Home in Family and Family in Home
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
Matrix Term 4
(Jul - Sept)
Lesson 1: Shakespeare and Destiny
Lesson 2: Masculinity
Lesson 3: Femininity
Lesson 4: The Balcony Scene
Lesson 5: Writing a Critical Response
Lesson 6: Violence and Conflict
Lesson 7: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 8: Writing an Extended Response
Lesson 9: Topic Test and Marking & Feedback
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 online homework consisting of writing tasks and quizzes.
Review your understanding with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam-style conditions in preparation for school assessments.
Learn from the best. Each Theory Lesson is accompanied by online video lessons led by experienced teachers.
Get year round access to Theory Lesson Videos, online resources, and track your progress easily via the Matrix LMS platform.
Want advice on your child’s learning? 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
Sat 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM |
Chatswood
Wed 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Epping
Thu 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Sat 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Hurstville
Wed 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM 1:00PM - 2:30PM |
Liverpool
Sun 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Parramatta
Mon 6:10PM - 7:40PM |
Tue 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Sat 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM 10:30AM - 12:00PM 2:30PM - 4:00PM |
Strathfield
Mon 4:30PM - 6:00PM |
Sun 9:00AM - 10:30AM 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
Sydney City
Sat 10:30AM - 12:00PM |
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
January
Year 8 Poetry Essentials: Expressing ideas and personal perspectives
Holiday
January
Year 8 Poetry Essentials: Expressing ideas and personal perspectives
Holiday
January
Who is it for: Students in Year 8 next year
What is it: Students learn to appreciate and create poetry by experimenting with form, structure, and figurative language.
Day 1: What is a Poem?
Day 2: Form and Structure
Day 3: Fixed Form and Free Verse
Day 4: Creating your Poetry Collection
Matrix teachers are experts in their field with vast classroom teaching experience and HSC and/or university teaching experience.
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.
Chatswood
13 Jan - 16 Jan |
9:00am - 11:00am |
Castle Hill
20 Jan - 23 Jan |
9:00am - 11:00am |
Parramatta
13 Jan - 16 Jan |
2:00pm - 4:00pm |
Strathfield
20 Jan - 23 Jan |
11:00am - 1:00pm |
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.
Gain practical experience and consolidate learning with weekly writing homework and quizzes.
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.
Module 1
Non-Fiction Writing
Module 1
Non-Fiction Writing
Module 2
Intertextuality and Literary Value
Module 2
Intertextuality and Literary Value
Module 3
Representation
Module 3
Representation
Module 4
Analysing Shakespeare
Module 4
Analysing Shakespeare
Module 1
Lesson 1: Introduction to Non-Fiction Writing
Lesson 2: Discursive Writing about Family
Lesson 3: Discursive Writing about Food
Lesson 4: Discursive Writing about Sport
Lesson 5: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 6: Feature Articles
Lesson 7: New Faces of the Discursive: Social Media
Lesson 8: Writing Discursive Comedy
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Module 2
Lesson 1: Introduction to Thor
Lesson 2: Thor Goes to Hollywood
Lesson 3: And She Becomes Thor
Lesson 4: Writing a Long Response
Lesson 5: Introduction to Vampires
Lesson 6: Dracula Hits the Big Time!
Lesson 7: The Modern Vampire
Lesson 8: Writing a Long Response
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Module 3
Lesson 1: Introduction to Perspective and Representation
Lesson 2: Representing Personal Experience
Lesson 3: Context, Perspective, and Representation
Lesson 4: Representing History
Lesson 5: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 6: Reading and Writing What You Know
Lesson 7: Representing Childhood Experiences
Lesson 8: Home in Family and Family in Home
Lesson 9: Topic Test
Module 4
Lesson 1: Shakespeare and Destiny
Lesson 2: Masculinity
Lesson 3: Femininity
Lesson 4: The Balcony Scene
Lesson 5: Writing a Critical Response
Lesson 6: Violence and Conflict
Lesson 7: In-Class Writing Task
Lesson 8: Writing an Extended Response
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.
Get regular practice and teacher feedback with weekly online homework consisting of writing tasks and quizzes.
Get year round access to Theory Lesson Videos, online resources, and track your progress easily via the Matrix LMS platform.
Stuck on a question? Address individual learning needs using the Q&A boards and receive teacher responses within 1 working day.
Review your understanding with the end of term Topic Test performed under strict exam-style conditions in preparation for school assessments.
Enjoy access to all course resources until the end of the academic year.
Enjoy the flexibility of online learning with all the benefits of being on-campus. Lesson content progression is automatically unlocked for the best learning experience, ensuring students stay on track for success.
Want advice on your child’s learning? Get exclusive access to academic advice, and invitations to events and seminars from the Matrix academic team.
Online
Access starts | 25 September 2024 |
Access Ends | 31 December 2025 |
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Purchase the full year of Matrix+ Year 8 English online course and save $420 when you pay upfront.
Offer ends 24 November 2024. Conditions apply.
Flexible payment options: Pay quarterly or monthly over 3 months.
Term course
9 weekly lessons over 9 weeks
$660
per module
$220
per month for 3 months
Holiday course
2 hours daily lessons over 4 days
15% off Early Bird offer until 8 Dec 2024
$286
per holiday course
Original price: $336
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Matrix+ online
9 lessons, anywhere, anytime
$420
per module
$140
per month for 3 months
The English teachers at Matrix are really helpful in giving feedback on your writing and even school assessment tasks. Matrix teachers give you more thorough advice on how to improve for the future.
Sydney Girls High School
The learning facilities are so great! The things I’m taught are not only useful for school study but also better developed my knowledge on reading, writing and thinking skills.
Hurlstone Agricultural High School
Year 8 English class has benefited me in ways such as, teaching me more about Shakespeare and it allowed me to socialise with new faces. Matrix English classes create a great atmosphere for a student to be in, and the teachers are truly very friendly and give outstanding feedback.
Al-Faisal College
I’m enjoying English very much at Matrix. I find it very helpful for my schoolwork and have been getting outstanding results lately. My teacher is also very helpful and teaches valuable things. Highly recommend Matrix.
Chatswood High School
English at Matrix allows me to enhance my literature skills across a wide branch of areas. The teachers in the Matrix environment are supportive and assist me kindly in whatever questions I need assistance with.
This class was the best ever. My teacher taught me how to master writing essays and I had the best time learning about Romeo and Juliet.
St George Girls High School
Studying English in Year 8 at Matrix enhances communication, critical thinking, and creativity. Through exploring diverse literature, like the novel we’re studying, students develop essential skills while gaining deeper insights into complex characters and themes.
Chatswood High School
Matrix English is a very helpful experience that addresses all the important parts and aspects of the curriculum. This course has helped me heaps and now I understand a lot more of what I learn in class.
Sydney Technical High School
Matrix is an amazing place to learn with approachable staff and the perfect work environment. Along with having one of the best teachers and educational textbooks, this forms the ultimate place to learn about the most important subjects. Highly recommended.
The King's School
Who are Matrix teachers?
Matrix 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 English teachers?
Matrix Year 8 English tutoring teachers deliver a structured and engaging learning experience through instructional and interactive teaching.
Is the Matrix Year 8 English program mapped to the NSW syllabus?
Yes, the Matrix Year 8 English tutoring course covers every aspect of the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Syllabus thoroughly. The course helps students to develop strong foundations in all aspects of English.
Does the Matrix Year 8 English program align with my child's school program?
Matrix teaches one term ahead of the school program with Term 1 starting in October each year. This means students learn ahead and gain a competitive advantage over their school peers when the topic is revisited at their school.
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 8 English tutoring session go for?
Each tutoring session is 90 minutes long and consists of Theory, Application and Guided Writing Practice.
If my child misses a lesson, what can they do to catchup?
Matrix provides students access to 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 the difference between the Term Course and the Holiday Course?
Term courses are structured, in-person courses that cover the contents weekly over 9 weeks during the school term. The weekly lesson structure helps students learn theory content timely. It’s an effective learning option if you prefer to learn in alignment with the school learning pace.
Holiday Courses are fun and engaging intensive writing courses that focuses on extending students’ writing skills over 5 daily lessons during the school holidays. The daily lesson structure helps students adopt an effective writing routine.
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 to a Matrix+ 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.
How will I receive the Matrix+ Theory Book?
Matrix Theory Books will be mailed to your delivery address via Australia Post.