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.
Develop your English skills with personalised feedback from teachers and additional one-on-one workshops.
Select an option below to see how our flexible learning methods can cater to your learning needs.
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
Reading Novels
Module 1
Reading Novels
Module 2
Studying Poetry
Module 2
Studying Poetry
Module 3
Critical Film Studies
Module 3
Critical Film Studies
Module 4
Shakespeare's Macbeth
Module 4
Shakespeare's Macbeth
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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.
Flexible payment options: Pay quarterly or monthly over 3 months.
The Matrix Year 9 English course provided a wonderful learning experience, especially in helping me to build up the necessary skills required for pursuing more advanced courses in senior years.
North Sydney Girls High School
The Matrix English course allowed me to explore and experiment with different styles of writing while being supported by my teachers and peers who were all just as eager to learn as I was. This fun environment really gave me the confidence to find who I am as a writer.
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
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
Matrix had a welcoming atmosphere and I settled in quite quickly into the friendly environment. I am so honoured to have been taught by such skilled professionals.
St George Girls 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
Matrix primary teachers are experienced educators who have degrees in related disciplines. They are knowledgeable, know how to explain things clearly, and make learning fun.
Matrix Year 9 English teachers deliver a structured and engaging learning experience through instructional and interactive teaching.
Yes, the Matrix Year 9 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.
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.
All Matrix classes seat a maximum of 15 students arranged in U-shape formation to support an interactive and engaging student learning environment.
Each Year 9 English tutoring lesson is 90 minutes long and consists of Theory, Application and Guided Writing Practice.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Matrix Theory Books will be mailed to your delivery address via Australia Post.