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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.
See how our flexible learning methods can cater for your learning needs.
Overview
Your English Advanced holiday pathway
Overview
Your English Advanced holiday pathway
Audience
Who it's for
Audience
Who it's for
Benefits
What you'll gain
Benefits
What you'll gain
Content
What's covered
Content
What's covered
Program
How it works
Program
How it works
Overview
The Matrix Year 11 English Holiday Accelerated Course is a five-day, syllabus-aligned program that teaches upcoming senior content before school resumes. Each intake targets a core Stage 6 skill set such as comparative writing, evaluative essay craft, or imaginative composition, so students return to class with clarity, confidence, and momentum.
Across 5 days × 3 hours, students learn with explicit instruction, model responses, and HSC-style practice, building the techniques required for success in Year 11 and a strong foundation for Year 12.
Period | Grade at School | Course Name |
---|---|---|
October | Year 10 | Transition to Senior English |
January | Year 11 | Writing a Comparative Essay |
April | Year 11 | How to Write an Evaluative Essay |
July | Year 11 | The Art of Writing |
What’s Included
1. Five expert-taught lessons
3-hour sessions delivering the upcoming term’s content
2. Printed Theory Book and Workbook
NSW Stage 6 aligned notes, model responses, and practice tasks
3. In-class practice with feedback
HSC-style questions, marking guidance, and improvement tips
4. Matrix LMS access and support
Supplementary materials plus instant academic help via Ask Max
Audience
This course is designed for students who:
Want to learn next term’s content early for a strategic head start
Seek focused preparation for senior assessments and HSC-style tasks
Can engage in fast-paced, conceptually demanding lessons
Benefit from explicit models, targeted feedback, and small-class support
Benefits
The Year 11 English Holiday Accelerated Course builds senior-level confidence, control, and consistency across reading, writing, and analysis.
Students will gain:
1. Senior writing frameworks
Clear models for comparative, evaluative, and imaginative responses
2. Analytical precision
Techniques to interpret authorial choices, context, and textual integrity
3. Exam-ready skills
Practice with HSC-style questions, timing strategies, and structured planning
4. Refined language and style
Sentence-level control, academic tone, and purposeful vocabulary
5. Momentum for the term
A complete run-up on upcoming content to reduce stress and lift performance
Content
October – Transition to Senior English
Day 1: Senior English skills – overview
Day 2: Analysing texts
Day 3: Explaining relationships between texts and context
Day 4: Evaluating meaning, value, and significance
Day 5: Understanding model responses – essays and creative texts
January – Writing a Comparative Essay
Day 1: Introduction to the comparative essay
Day 2: Romanticism and the role of the sublime
Day 3: Reading and interpreting a poetic text
Day 4: Postcolonialism and Dabydeen – planning and responding to essay questions
Day 5: Composing and editing a comparative essay
April – How to Write an Evaluative Essay
Day 1: Introduction to critical study of literature
Day 2: Judging textual integrity in Millennium Actress
Day 3: Evaluating textual integrity through representations of war in Millennium Actress
Day 4: How to answer evaluative essay questions
Day 5: Composing an evaluative essay
July – The Art of Writing
Day 1: Introduction to imaginative writing and the importance of prompts
Day 2: Inspiration through reading and imitation
Day 3: Analysing creative fiction
Day 4: Developing voice, writing exercises, strategies for self-improvement
Day 5: Developing your voice beyond the classroom – writing imaginatively under timed conditions
Program
Focused Skill Development
Each five-day course completes a full term’s worth of new Stage 6 content ahead of school. Students move from explicit teaching to guided practice and independent application.
Teaching Approach
Direct instruction that simplifies complex concepts
Scaffolded practice with step-by-step models
Immediate, personalised feedback in small classes
HSC-style questions integrated for authentic exam preparation
Course Progression
Day-by-day sequences build knowledge, reinforce skills, and culminate in polished written responses, so students re-enter school confident and prepared.
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.
Chatswood
7 - 11 Oct |
9:00am - 12:00pm |
Parramatta
29 Sep - 3 Oct |
9:00am - 12:00pm |
Strathfield
7 - 11 Oct |
1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Overview
Term Course overview
Overview
Term Course overview
Audience
Who it's for
Audience
Who it's for
Program
What's covered
Program
What's covered
Benefits
What you'll gain
Benefits
What you'll gain
Approach
How it works
Approach
How it works
Overview
The Matrix Year 11 Maths Standard Term Course is a 9-week program that prepares students to master core topics in line with the NSW curriculum before they appear at school. Students practise procedures, apply concepts to real contexts, and refine exam technique with teacher feedback.
Course Format
Course Timeline
2025 Year 10 students will begin their Year 11 English Advanced course in October 2025 as Matrix teaches one term ahead of school.
Period | Matrix Term | Grade at School | Topic Name |
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Oct-Dec | Term 1 | Year 10 | Reading to Write: Transition to English Advanced |
Jan-Mar | Term 2 | Year 11 | Narratives that Shape our World |
Apr-Jun | Term 3 | Year 11 | Critical Study of Literature |
Jul-Sep | Term 4 | Year 11 | Understanding and Composing Creative Texts |
What’s Included
Audience
This course is ideal for students who:
Parents can feel confident knowing their child is supported by proven teaching methods.
All students complete an entry test to ensure they are placed in a course that matches their skill level. Students working significantly above their current year level may be offered a higher-grade course.
Program
2025 Year 10 students will begin their Year 11 English Advanced course in October 2025 as Matrix teaches one term ahead of school.
Oct – Dec (Matrix Term 1): Reading to Write – Transition to English Advanced
Lesson 1: Introduction to English Advanced and the Focus Area
Lesson 2: Reading as Writers: Style and Voice
Lesson 3: Literary Techniques and Model Texts
Lesson 4: Genre, Form, and Audience
Lesson 5: Thematic and Stylistic Connections
Lesson 6: Creative Composition Practice
Lesson 7: Writing with Texts
Lesson 8: Revision Task
Lesson 9: In-Class Creative and Reflective Writing
Jan – Mar (Matrix Term 2): Narratives that Shape our World
Lesson 1: The Role of Narrative in Shaping Identity
Lesson 2: Structure, Perspective, and World-Building
Lesson 3: Representation of Power, Culture, and History
Lesson 4: Intertextuality and Archetypes
Lesson 5: Evaluating Cultural Influence in Storytelling
Lesson 6: Extended Response Writing Practice
Lesson 7: Comparative and Thematic Essay Tasks
Lesson 8: Review and Planning
Lesson 9: In-Class Assessment Essay
Apr – Jun (Matrix Term 3): Critical Study of Literature
Lesson 1: Contextualising the Prescribed Text
Lesson 2: Reading for Literary Features and Techniques
Lesson 3: Structure, Symbolism, and Thematic Resonance
Lesson 4: Shaping Meaning: Authorial Intent and Audience Response
Lesson 5: Developing a Personal Reading
Lesson 6: Writing Critical Paragraphs and Essay Planning
Lesson 7: Evaluation of Textual Integrity
Lesson 8: Exam-Style Writing Practice
Lesson 9: In-Class Extended Response
Jul – Sep (Matrix Term 4): Understanding and Crafting Creative Texts
Lesson 1: Genre Study: Short Stories and Hybrid Texts
Lesson 2: Building Character, Setting, and Atmosphere
Lesson 3: Voice, Symbolism, and Narrative Arc
Lesson 4: Writing from Prompts and Visual Stimuli
Lesson 5: Self-Editing and Feedback Cycles
Lesson 6: Model Creative and Reflective Pieces
Lesson 7: Composition and Reflection Tasks
Lesson 8: Portfolio Development
Lesson 9: Final Portfolio Submission
Benefits
Approach
Structured Acceleration
Students complete the next term’s content across 9 weeks, giving them an academic advantage at school.
Teaching Approach
Lessons combine explicit instruction, model texts, scaffolded writing practice, and teacher feedback.
Course Progression
Each lesson builds on the last, moving from analysis to composition, with revision and assessment tasks included.
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.
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.
Address gaps in learning by asking questions on the student Q&A board to receive individual teacher support within 1 working day.
Enrolled students get instant explanations, personalised feedback, and step-by-step solutions anytime with their AI study companion, Ask Max.
Perfect your writing with assessment-style homework tasks and build confidence for the HSC exam with an end of term mock exam, complete with HSC-style grading and valuable teacher feedback.
This course teaches students to build a deeper understanding of ideas like context, audience, and purpose. Through guided practice, they’ll learn to read and analyse texts, and then use those skills to write creatively and critically.
Common Module: Reading to Write
Common Module: Reading to Write
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Module A: Narratives that Shape our World
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Module B: Critical Study (Shakespeare's Othello)
Understanding and Crafting Creative Texts
Understanding and Crafting Creative Texts
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
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
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
Lesson 1: Purpose, Audience, Technique
Lesson 2: Imaginative Writing: Short Stories
Lesson 3: Imaginative Writing: Crafting Workshop
Lesson 4: Writing to Persuade: Campaign Literature
Lesson 5: Writing to Persuade: Crafting Workshop
Lesson 6: Discursive Writing
Lesson 7: Exam and Assessment Preparation
Lesson 8: Effective and Reflective Writing
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.
Currently enrolled students can access Max, their personal AI study buddy, anytime for feedback, explanations, or help with tricky questions — available on 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.
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 year.
Online
Access starts | 14 October 2024 |
Access ends | 31 December 2025 |
Matrix+ online
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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
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until 14 Sep 2025
$415$462
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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.