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What our Year 11 English students will develop

Not just theory

Develop a sophisticated understanding

Engage with complex texts and ideas. Gain a thorough knowledge of all syllabus requirements from the new NSW Stage 6 Advanced English Syllabus.

Essential skills

Compose insightful responses

Learn how to structure and write an essay step-by-step in class. Be equipped with the skills to compose insightful responses to challenging English questions.

No more memorising

Write with confidence

Have greater confidence when tackling your next school assessment. Improve your responses every week with personalised and detailed feedback from our experienced HSC teachers.

Comprehensive Theory Book

150+ pages of content designed to develop your skills in textual analysis, written expression, and critical research. Each book contains extensive contextual information and practical writing exercises.

In-Class Guided Writing

Practice your writing under the guidance of your teacher. Work through structured exercises in class and develop your ideas with one-to-one support.

Homework and Personalised Feedback

Perfect your writing with assessment style responses. You'll receive personalised and insightful feedback from your teacher for continuous improvement .

Comprehensive Theory Book

In-Class Guided Writing

Homework and Personalised Feedback

One-to-One Tutorials (Workshops)

End of Term English Topic Test

Exclusive Online Resources

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One-to-One Tutorials (Workshops)

Address your individual learning needs including feedback on your written essays from our experienced tutors. It's free!

End of Term English Topic Test

Get exam-ready with topic tests which are performed under strict exam conditions.

Exclusive Online Resources

Gain access to a comprehensive repository of textual analysis, sample essays, and research notes.

Year 11 English Advanced Program

Designed to develop your key English skills for success

Matrix Term 1

Oct - Dec

How To Be A Better Writer

Learn how to approach discursive and imaginative writing tasks with confidence

Designed for Standard and Advanced English students

Matrix Term 2

Feb - Apr

Common Module: Reading to Write

Develop your written style by studying a variety of writers and styles of composition

Designed for Standard and Advanced English students

Matrix Term 3

Apr - Jun

Module A: Narratives that Shape our World

Build your understanding of the relationship between context, meaning, and value

Designed for Advanced English students only

Matrix Term 4

Jul - Sep

Module B: Critical Study of Literature

Enhance your appreciation of literature through the close study of prose fiction

Designed for Advanced English students only

Oct - Dec

How To Be A Better Writer

Learn how to approach discursive and imaginative writing tasks with confidence

Designed for Standard and Advanced English students

Feb - Apr

Common Module: Reading to Write

Develop your written style by studying a variety of writers and styles of composition

Designed for Standard and Advanced English students

Apr - Jun

Module A: Narratives that Shape our World

Build your understanding of the relationship between context, meaning, and value

Designed for Advanced English students only

Jul - Sep

Module B: Critical Study of Literature

Enhance your appreciation of literature through the close study of prose fiction

Designed for Advanced English students only

Our Proven formula for success

The Matrix Method for English

Understanding (60% of Course Time)
Step 1. Comprehension
Reading for understanding is the first step in building towards to great written submission. Read the set text once to appreciate it.
Step 2. Meaning
Reading and annotating a text is fundamental preparation for your written submission! You're looking for themes, symbols, and moments of ambiguity.
Step 3. Analysis
This third reading will take the longest. This is your close reading where you mark up the important examples and identify techniques based upon your intimate understanding of the text.
Writing (40% of Course Time)
Step 4. Plan and scaffold
Consider the question, consult your text, and plan your answer. A written scaffold will save you time and allows you to check your logic!
Step 5. First draft
This is your first write up and it will be rough! Have the text close by to check the evidence. Let your draft sit for a day and edit your writing with fresh eyes.
Step 6. Seek feedback
Once you’re satisfied with your first draft, it’s time to get your teacher to read your work. Consider their comments and corrections carefully.
Step 7. Polished work
Return to the text (yes, more reading!). Rewrite your draft incorporating feedback and your own expanded understanding.

Step 1

Comprehension

Reading for understanding is the first step in building towards to great written submission. Read the set text once to appreciate it.

Step 2

Meaning

Reading and annotating a text is fundamental preparation for your written submission! You're looking for themes, symbols, and moments of ambiguity.

Step 3

Analysis

This third reading will take the longest. This is your close reading where you mark up the important examples and identify techniques based upon your intimate understanding of the text.

Step 4

Plan and scaffold

Consider the question, consult your text, and plan your answer. A written scaffold will save you time and allows you to check your logic!

Step 5

First draft

This is your first write up and it will be rough! Have the text close by to check the evidence. Let your draft sit for a day and edit your writing with fresh eyes.

Step 6

Seek feedback

Once you’re satisfied with your first draft, it’s time to get your teacher to read your work. Consider their comments and corrections carefully.

Step 7

Polished work

Return to the text (yes, more reading!). Rewrite your draft incorporating feedback and your own expanded understanding.

Year 11 English Advanced Term Course Details

9 weekly lessons in the school term

How To Be A Better Writer

Course Objectives

Study of discursive and imaginative writing
Exposure to classic literary styles
Learn how to appreciate the artistry of writing
Learn how to develop your own writing style and voice

Course Structure

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Course

Lesson 2: Discursive Writing in Focus

Lesson 3: Writing a Discursive Essay

Lesson 4: Drafting, Revising, and Editing

Lesson 5: Imaginative Writing in Focus

Lesson 6: Writing Imaginatively

Lesson 7: Drafting, Revising, and Editing

Lesson 8: Critical Reflection on Writing

Lesson 9: In-Class Topic Test

Common Module: Reading to Write

Course Objectives

How to read texts to develop a sophisticated analysis
How to reinterpret texts into new mediums
How to write discursively, creatively, and persuasively

Course Structure

Lesson 1: Introduction to Race

Lesson 2: Growing Up Asian in Australia

Lesson 3: Writing Memoir

Lesson 4: Master of None

Lesson 5: Beyoncé’s Formation

Lesson 6: Introduction to Othello

Lesson 7: Othello In-depth

Lesson 8: Essay Writing

Lesson 9: Topic Test

Module A: Narratives that Shape our World

Course Objectives

Explore a range of narrative from the past and today
Consider the powerful role of stories and storytelling across time, societies, and cultures
Learn the value of context to textual interpretation
Develop analytical and evaluative skills in preparation for the HSC

Course Structure

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Hero

Lesson 2: Heroic Values

Lesson 3: 1950s America

Lesson 4: What is the Anti-Hero?

Lesson 5: The Values of Speculative Fiction

Lesson 6: 1980s America

Lesson 7: Contemporary Perspectives in Film

Lesson 8: The Hero Today

Lesson 9: In-Class Topic Test

Module B: Critical Study of Literature

Course Objectives

Text type focus: the prose novel
Learn how to read novels effectively for the HSC
Learn how to build your analytical and persuasive writing skills
Learn how to approach personal research

Course Structure

Lesson 1: Reading Fever Dream

Lesson 2: Reading Fever Dream II

Lesson 3: Reading Fever Dream III

Lesson 4: Interpreting Fever Dream

Lesson 5: Struggles with Control

Lesson 6: The Ecological Critique

Lesson 7: How to Approach Answering Essay Questions

Lesson 8: Essay Writing

Lesson 9: In-Class Topic Test

1.5 Hour Lesson Breakdown

9 weekly lessons in the school term

5 min	Introduction Overview of lesson Teachers explain objectives and outcomes of each lesson.	Teachers explain objectives and outcomes of each lesson.
80 min	Theory Lesson Gain in-depth understanding through textual study and develop your English skills. Students are guided through detailed textual analysis by teachers and learn how to write effectively.	Students are guided through detailed textual analysis by teachers and learn how to write effectively.
5 min	Conclusion Guide to Homework Teachers provide a clear understanding of how to complete your homework.	Teachers provide a clear understanding of how to complete your homework.

Year 11 English Advanced Timetable

Term

9 weekly lessons for comprehensive knowledge and understanding.

Chatswood

Thu	4:30 - 6:00pm
Thu	6:10 - 7:40pm
Sun	3:00 - 4:30pm

Epping

Mon	4:30 - 6:00pm
Mon	6:10 - 7:40pm

Hurstville

Thu	4:30 - 6:00pm
Sat	1:30 - 3:00pm

Strathfield

Mon	4:30 - 6:00pm
Mon	6:10 - 7:40pm
Tue	4:30 - 6:00pm
Tue	6:10 - 7:40pm
Sat	4:30 - 6:00pm
Sat	6:10 - 7:40pm

Town Hall

Fri	4:30 - 6:00pm

Chatswood
Thu	4:30 - 6:00pm
Thu	6:10 - 7:40pm
Sun	3:00 - 4:30pm

Epping
Mon	4:30 - 6:00pm
Mon	6:10 - 7:40pm

Hurstville
Thu	4:30 - 6:00pm
Sat	1:30 - 3:00pm

Strathfield
Mon	4:30 - 6:00pm
Mon	6:10 - 7:40pm
Tue	4:30 - 6:00pm
Tue	6:10 - 7:40pm
Sat	4:30 - 6:00pm
Sat	6:10 - 7:40pm

Town Hall
Fri	4:30 - 6:00pm

See our full timetable

Our Year 11 English Advanced pricing

$45
per Hour

1.5 hrs
per Lesson

9
per School Term

$607.50
per School Term

Our English course includes:

Classes taught by qualified teachers

9 theory lessons per term

Comprehensive Theory Book

One-to-One tutorials (Workshops)

Online homework and personalised feedback

Additional resources: text analysis & exemplar essays

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Loved by over 4500 students across 220 schools

“I improved significantly during my time at Matrix for Physics through the help I received from Matrix.”

- Jason Xu, 2016 Year 12 Maths

How is Matrix different?

	Matrix	Others
Teachers	Matrix Vast classroom teaching experience, HSC and/or university teaching experience with an ability to explain concepts clearly	Others Have little or no actual teaching experience, cannot explain difficult concepts in a manner that students can understand
Program	Matrix Teaching program that covers the NSW board of studies syllabus. Structured learning system that allows students to develop sound study habits every week	Others Most private tutors and other tuition centres do not follow a set structure; rather they have an ad-hoc approach without considering timing and outcomes
Resources	Matrix A full set of resources written by academics and education researchers. Online access to Supplementary exam papers / texts with top responses.	Others Only address content that students raise, use generic textbooks.
Assessments	Matrix Short quizzes and topic tests held under strict exam conditions to ensure students have a solid understanding of the subject	Others No exam style quizzes and test that assess the student’s weaknesses, hence not being able to identifying their learning needs
Reporting	Matrix Weekly tracking of Grades, Quiz and Topic Test results so student and parents can monitor their progress.	Others No measured tracking process so they cannot tell if the student is struggling or improving.
Learning Management System	Matrix Share information, academic resources and advice with classmates from over 220 schools.	Others Do not have the library of resources or past exams that can help students excel
One-to-One Workshops	Matrix Free workshops to target individual learning needs	Others No additional support outside the lesson.

What our Year 11 English students will develop

Not just theory

Develop a sophisticated understanding

Essential skills

Compose insightful responses

No more memorising

Write with confidence

What our Year 11 English Advanced students receive

Year 11 English Advanced Program

Matrix Term 1

Oct - Dec

Matrix Term 2

Feb - Apr

Matrix Term 3

Apr - Jun

Matrix Term 4

Jul - Sep

Matrix Term 1

Matrix Term 2

Matrix Term 3

Matrix Term 4

Oct - Dec

Feb - Apr

Apr - Jun

Jul - Sep

Our Proven formula for success

The Matrix Method for English

Understanding (60% of Course Time)

Writing (40% of Course Time)

Step 1

Comprehension

Step 2

Meaning

Step 3

Analysis

Step 4

Plan and scaffold

Step 5

First draft

Step 6

Seek feedback

Step 7

Polished work

Year 11 English Advanced Term Course Details

Oct - Dec

Feb - Apr

Apr - Jun

Jul - Sep

1.5 Hour Lesson Breakdown

Year 11 English Advanced Timetable

Term

Chatswood

Epping

Hurstville

Strathfield

Town Hall

Our Year 11 English Advanced pricing

Loved by over 4500 students across 220 schools

“I improved significantly during my time at Matrix for Physics through the help I received from Matrix.”

How is Matrix different?

Teachers

Program

Resources

Assessments

Reporting

Learning Management System

One-to-One Workshops

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