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English Standard
Our English Standard course will help you build the key skills you need to tackle the HSC! Year 12 English Standard tutoring provides students with an in-depth understanding of their prescribed texts through our detailed text-notes and expert tutors. In this course students will develop their skills in critical essay writing through a variety of practice exercises and essay questions. Students will also develop their command of language and ability to write imaginatively, persuasively and discursively. Our course provides you with the ability to analyse a range of texts, and intensive support to continue developing your written responses and communicate effectively in different contexts.
based on 2023 HSC Graduates
32
%
of students say their confidence improved significantly
99
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of students say that studying with Dymocks Tutoring made school easier
99
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of students say they are satisfied with Dymocks Tutoring
98
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Course Options
There's no one-size approach to help students. That's why we uniquely offer two distinct tutoring programs.
Talent 100
Talent 100 helps ambitious students aiming to excel academically, with high-achieving tutors and a focus on Opportunity Class, Selective Schools, and top ATARs in the HSC.
Dymocks Tutoring
Dymocks Tutoring helps students master their schoolwork, providing the support and confidence they need to stay on top or catch up in any subject.
Explore the table below to compare programs and find the perfect fit.
Timetable
Parramatta
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Tuesday
4:30pm ~ 6:30pm
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Saturday
11:30am ~ 1:30pm
Online
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Sunday
12:00pm ~ 2:00pm
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Monday
4:30pm ~ 6:30pm
Burwood
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Wednesday
4:30pm ~ 6:30pm
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Sunday
9:30am ~ 11:30am
Hurstville
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Friday
6:30pm ~ 8:30pm
Chatswood
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Monday
4:30pm ~ 6:30pm
Epping
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Monday
6:30pm ~ 8:30pm
What You Study
Dymocks Tutoring
Talent 100
Dymocks Tutoring
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OCT - DEC
Dymocks Term 1 Lesson Plan
Lesson 1: Students are familiarised with the Common Module rubric terms and learn how to compose a short-answer response for an unseen text.
Lesson 2: Students practice for the short answer section with a focus on visual texts and poetry.
Lesson 3: Students practice for the short answer section with a focus on prose extracts and comparing texts.
Lesson 4: Students learn about the key themes and ideas in their prescribed text, and make notes on the emotions, behaviours and motivations in them.
Lesson 5: Students gather evidence and make notes on the individual and collective experiences in their prescribed text.
Lesson 6: Students gather evidence and make notes on the anomalies, paradoxes and inconsistencies in their prescribed text.
Lesson 7: Students practice planning and composing an essay for their prescribed text.
Lesson 8: Students complete a short-answer practice exam and are introduced to The Craft of Writing.
Lesson 9: Students complete a practice essay and learn how to write a Module C piece with a central concept.
JAN - APR
Dymocks Term 2 Lesson Plan
Lesson 1: Students review the Common Module: Section I as well as practicing using language devices in their own creative writing for Module C.
Lesson 2: Students review their prescribed text for the Common Module and learn how to adapt their essay for different questions. They are introduced to the module A rubric terms and begin general notetaking on their prescribed text.
Lesson 3: Students gather textual evidence and make notes on the individual and the community identities in their prescribed text.
Lesson 4: Students gather quotes and make notes on how their prescribed text affirms or challenges assumptions and stereotypes.
Lesson 5: Students gather textual evidence and practice analytical writing for their prescribed text.
Lesson 6: Students learn how to adapt their ideas for a range of different exam questions, and plan a range of practice essays.
Lesson 7: Students practice composing a full essay for their Module A prescribed text, and take notes on the key devices used in their Module C prescribed texts.
Lesson 8: Students complete a full, timed essay for their Module A prescribed text, and complete a timed Module C creative writing task.
Lesson 9: Students learn how to write reflection statements for Module C: The Craft of Writing.
APR - JUN
Dymocks Term 3 Lesson Plan
Lesson 1: Students complete a review of the Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences.
Lesson 2: Students complete a review of Module A: Language, Identity and Culture.
Lesson 3: Students complete a review of Module C: The Craft of Writing.
Lesson 4: Students are introduced to their prescribed text for Module B and make notes on its key themes, ideas and distinctive stylistic features.
Lesson 5: Students gather textual evidence for their Module B prescribed text.
Lesson 6: Students practice analytical writing with a focus on writing strong thesis statements and analytical paragraph structure.
Lesson 7: Students learn how to write a complete essay for their Module B prescribed text.
Lesson 8: Students complete a timed essay for their Module B prescribed text, and review types of questions for Module C: The Craft of Writing.
Lesson 9: Students redraft and refine their Module B essays, and continue to practice a range of skills for Module C.
JUL - SEP
Dymocks Term 4 Lesson Plan
Lesson 1: Students prepare for the Common Module: Section I, reviewing rubric terms and completing practice questions.
Lesson 2: Students prepare for the Common Module: Section I, including doing a timed practice exam.
Lesson 3: Students refine their notes for the Common Module: Section II, ensuring they have gathered all necessary quotes and can make links to all parts of the rubric.
Lesson 4: Students practice adapting their arguments for a range of Common Module essay questions, and do a complete timed essay.
Lesson 5: Students refine their notes for Module A, ensuring they have gathered all necessary quotes and writing practice body paragraphs.
Lesson 6: Students practice adapting their arguments for a range of Module A essay questions, and do a complete timed essay.
Lesson 7: Students refine their notes for Module B, ensuring they have gathered all necessary quotes and writing practice body paragraphs.
Lesson 8: Students practice adapting their arguments for a range of Module B essay questions, and do a complete timed essay.
Lesson 9: Students practice for Module C and ensure they know how to write for a range of question types.
Talent 100
Lesson breakdown
Dymocks Tutoring
Talent 100
Dymocks Tutoring
Review and Reinforcement 15 min
Explain and Explore 30 min
Practice and Performance 60 min
Recap and Synthesise 15 min
Talent 100
Benefits
Experienced Tutors
Your child doesn't need a teacher. They need a tutor who can help them break down the subject and identify areas of improvement.
Great resources
We understand how to study smarter, not harder. That's why we condense our notes to give students only what they need to get ahead.
Small Classes
Unlike competitors, we limit classes to 12 so students get the attention they need in an interactive and engaging environment.
Individual support
Each student gets guaranteed personal attention in dedicated practice time.
Practical learning hubs
Our classrooms are designed to get the job done. Equipped with fast wi-fi and digital boards, they provide everything for students to study smart and get ahead.
On demand videos
Many of our subjects have additional video support to help students understand concepts in their own time.
Track progress
Using the Dymocks App you're able to keep track of weekly scores as well as tutor feedback. Few other businesses provide the level of feedback we do.
Topic Tests
Each subject has at least one and many have more than one topic test. Written in actual exam style we ensure students are prepared for success at school.
Max Learning System
Our NEW state-of-the art Max system helps students learn by providing quizzes and, over time, personalised mastery paths to get to success easier.
Expert Advice
As a member of our broader community, get access to academic advice and invitations to events and seminars to ensure you're always in the know.
Year round access
Students are able to access their resources until the end of the academic year. Perfect for that end of year practice!
No obligation lesson
All new students receive a no-obligation lesson to ensure that they love us before they enrol. Talk to our team today!
FAQ's
English is a compulsory subject for all Year 12 students. English Standard offers an opportunity to engage with both contemporary and classic literature, as well as non-traditional digital texts, prose fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, film texts and other media. In doing so, students are introduced to texts from a wide variety of authors, exploring the ways in which different ideas and experiences are analysed and presented through language.
The English standard course in year 12 continues from year 11 English standard and comprises four modules that are covered throughout the school year. The first is a common module on Texts and Human Experiences, followed by Module A: Language, Identity and Culture, Module B: Close Study of Literature and Module C: The Craft of Writing. The literature and texts studied in these modules vary from school to school.
No matter which texts your school has chosen from the year 12 English standard syllabus list, our tutors can help you engage with the literature, using analysis techniques to better understand the themes, perspectives and value of given works. They will assist you in creating quote analysis tables, provide detailed feedback on your practice essays and reflective pieces, help you develop strategies to generate ideas, adapt your arguments, and write under timed exam conditions.
Unlike independent tutors whose rates can vary, Dymocks Tutoring hires private tutors who not only excel in their field of study but also have a passion and enthusiasm for education and excellent communication skills that translate to better learning outcomes for our clients. All of our tutors are the best of the best and work with standard teaching tools in line with the year 12 English standard syllabus to provide mentoring and learning that complements what’s covered in the school classroom. You can find out more about our private and group tutoring pricing and rates online or talk to one of our team for more information today.