Year 11 Standard English Tutoring in NSW & Online
Master Standard English requirements and achieve the marks needed for your university goals
Standard English doesn’t mean standard results. While the ATAR scaling presents challenges, students who excel in Standard English secure their desired university places through strategic performance. Our program teaches the precise skills Standard English rewards: clear communication, structured responses, and consistent execution. We help students achieve Band 5 and 6 results that maximise their ATAR within the Standard pathway
Weekly Theory Lessons with Premium Booklets
Students receive expertly structured weekly lessons supported by comprehensive booklets. These materials are designed to help students become top performers by mastering core concepts step-by-step. We conduct regular assessments and provide live, interactive feedback to ensure every child progresses confidently.
Online Learning That Works.
Our online classes deliver the same (or better) results as face-to-face learning. No time wasted on travel, flexible scheduling, access to recordings, and consistent access to Sydney’s best tutors—right from your home.
Expert Teachers Who Know the NSW Syllabus
Our tutors are handpicked specialists who not only understand the syllabus but also know how to teach it in a way that clicks. Their experience and personalised approach make all the difference.
Term-by-Term Outline
Common Module – Reading to Write (Oct–Dec)
Students begin their HSC English journey by exploring the relationship between reading and writing. They study diverse model texts and use these as springboards to develop their own voice and writing craft.
- Studying mentor texts to explore style, voice, and structure
- Developing skills in discursive, imaginative, and persuasive writing
- Exploring how context, purpose, and audience influence meaning
- Building strong analytical and reflective paragraph structures
Outcome:
Students will strengthen their writing style, voice, and structure, becoming confident in crafting original and purposeful responses across multiple modes.- Studying mentor texts to explore style, voice, and structure
Module A – Contemporary Possibilities (Feb–Apr)
This term explores how composers use digital, multimodal, and hybrid texts to present ideas in innovative ways. Students examine how form and technology shape meaning and audience engagement.
- Studying multimodal and digital texts (e.g., short films, podcasts, visual essays)
- Understanding the impact of form, media, and digital conventions
- Creating multimodal compositions in response to texts studied
- Analyzing the contemporary relevance and stylistic choices of creators
Students will gain the ability to critically analyse and compose texts across traditional and emerging platforms, broadening their creative and analytical capabilities.- Studying multimodal and digital texts (e.g., short films, podcasts, visual essays)
Module B – Close Study of Literature (Apr–Jun)
In Term 3, students engage in a deep and sustained analysis of a single prescribed text. They explore how language is used to create meaning and develop refined, text-based arguments.
- Conducting close reading and analysis of a prescribed literary text
- Exploring literary devices, themes, and authorial intent
- Structuring evidence-based analytical essays
- Building Band 6 essay frameworks and sustained arguments
Outcome:
Students will develop detailed knowledge of their text and learn to craft sophisticated, textually grounded analytical essays.
Exam Practice, Essay Drills & Transition to HSC English (Jul–Sept)
In the final term of Year 11, students consolidate their learning and prepare for senior assessments. This term focuses on timed writing, mock exams, and strategic review while previewing HSC Modules.
- Engaging in exam-style writing under timed conditions
- Completing mock assessments with individualised feedback
- Refining exam strategies, time management, and revision techniques
- Previewing key concepts for HSC English Advanced (Year 12)
Outcome:
Students will enter Year 12 with strong exam technique, essay fluency, and foundational knowledge of HSC English expectations.
What's Included
Weekly Lessons with Expertly Designed Theory Booklets
Each week, students are guided through structured theory lessons supported by high-quality, syllabus-aligned booklets. These booklets are designed to develop deep understanding and help students become top performers.
Specialist Tutors, Not Just Generalists
Our teachers are subject-matter experts who know how to break down complex topics and explain them clearly. They focus on building your child’s confidence and capability week by week.
Progress Monitoring with Individual Feedback
Our tutors continuously monitor student progress in class and through lesson work, offering personalised feedback and support where it’s needed most.
Small Class Sizes for Real Attention
Our group classes are capped to 5 students per class to ensure students receive the right level of support and engagement. Every student is seen, heard, and supported.
Expert Academic Support for Parents
We keep parents in the loop with regular updates and offer guidance on how to support your child’s learning journey at home and beyond.
First Lesson Money-Back Guarantee
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Pricing
Group Classes (Maximum 5 Students)
Term Course: 12 weekly lessons-
Maximum of 5 students per class for optimal attention
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NSW syllabus-aligned content, covering key focus areas
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Theory and workbook
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Free trial session available
1-on-1 Private Tutoring
Term Course: 12 weekly lessons-
Complete, personalized attention for each student
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NSW syllabus-aligned content
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Tailored lesson plans for accelerated learning
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Theory and workbook
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Free trial session to experience our approach
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