Years 5 to 12

English Tutoring

Focus Areas

Grades

Years 5 to 12

Delivery

1:1 and small groups (max 4)

Platform

Online or in-person

Led by

Qualified English teachers

Curriculum-Aligned. Confidence-Focused. Teacher-Led.

Whether your child is building foundational skills, catching up, preparing for assessments, or looking to extend beyond the classroom, our English tutoring for Years 5–12 offers structured, curriculum-aligned support—delivered by qualified English teachers who know how to make learning engaging and effective.

Every session is focused, friendly, and designed to build long-term confidence in writing, comprehension, and communication.

What We Cover
  • Reading comprehension & text analysis
  • Essay writing (narrative, persuasive, analytical)
  • Grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary development
  • Oral presentations and speaking confidence
  • Exam preparation (as needed)
  • One-on-one tutoring (personalised to student needs) in person or online
  • Small group classes (max 4 students per group) in person or online
  • Delivered by trained, experienced English teachers
  • Aligned to Years 5–12 curriculum standards
  • Weekly or flexible scheduling available
  • A device with stable internet (for online sessions)
  • Headphones and quiet space

English isn’t just about grammar and essays—it’s the key to mastering communication in every subject and career.

Whether it’s reading, writing, or speaking, strong English skills help students excel in school and beyond. From crafting clear arguments to expressing personal ideas, English empowers students to think critically and communicate confidently.

Fun fact:

The average adult knows 20,000 words, but English is constantly evolving. With new terms and expressions added each year, there’s always something new to explore. English is dynamic and adaptable, and we help students engage with it in a way that connects to their own learning style.

FAQ

“My child struggles with writing—can they still enjoy English?”

Absolutely! English tutoring helps students break down writing into manageable steps, boosting both confidence and skill. Whether it’s creative writing, essay prep, or improving reading comprehension, the goal is to make English approachable and enjoyable for every learner.

In our Year 5–12 tutoring, we focus on developing critical skills that support curriculum goals: reading comprehension, essay writing, grammar, and text analysis. We teach students to think critically about texts and articulate their ideas clearly—skills that help in school exams and life after school.

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Course Outline

In Years 5–6 English, students build upon the literacy foundations established in earlier primary years. They develop more sophisticated reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, which prepare them for the transition to secondary-level English.

What Students Will Learn

Our Year 5-6 program covers a wide range of important topics at varying levels which may include:

  • Reading and Viewing
  • Engaging with a range of text types (narratives, factual texts, poetry, digital media)
  • Enhancing comprehension through inferential thinking, summarising, and questioning
  • Identifying and analysing text structures, language features, and author’s purpose
  • Cultivating reading fluency, stamina, and enjoyment of reading
  • Writing
  • Planning, drafting, and refining writing for various purposes and audiences
  • Structuring coherent texts with clear introductions, supporting details, and conclusions
  • Incorporating descriptive and persuasive techniques to enhance written expression
  • Editing and proofreading to improve grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style
  • Speaking and Listening
  • Participating in discussions, debates, and oral presentations with clarity and confidence
  • Demonstrating active listening skills and responding thoughtfully to others’ points of view
  • Using effective vocal and physical delivery techniques (voice projection, eye contact, posture)
  • Building interpersonal communication skills, including turn-taking and respectful discourse
  • Vocabulary, Grammar, and Language Conventions
  • Expanding vocabulary through reading and explicit word study
  • Applying grammar knowledge to produce clear, coherent sentences
  • Utilizing punctuation accurately to convey meaning and clarity
  • Refining spelling strategies through practice and structured word analysis

Course Outline

In Years 7–8 English, students transition from the foundational skills acquired in primary school to more sophisticated literacy practices. This phase encourages them to engage deeply with a variety of texts, sharpen their analytical skills, and develop confidence in both written and spoken communication.

What Students Will Learn

Our Year 7-8 program covers a wide range of important topics at varying levels which may include:

  • Reading and Viewing
  • Examining diverse text forms (novels, short stories, factual texts, film, multimedia)
  • Recognizing and interpreting themes, character development, and narrative devices
  • Learning to critically evaluate text structures, language features, and persuasive techniques
  • Expanding comprehension strategies, including inference, analysis, and close reading
  • Writing
  • Constructing structured and cohesive pieces for narrative, persuasive, and expository purposes
  • Refining clarity, tone, and style through drafting and editing processes
  • Applying advanced language features (e.g., figurative language, rhetorical devices)
  • Strengthening paragraph and essay organization, including thesis statements and supporting evidence
  • Speaking and Listening
  • Participating in formal and informal discussions, presentations, and debates
  • Developing effective verbal and non-verbal communication strategies (pace, emphasis, body language)
  • Collaborating in group settings, expressing ideas clearly, and respecting diverse viewpoints
  • Listening actively and responding insightfully to questions, feedback, or counterarguments
  • Vocabulary, Grammar, and Language Conventions
  • Building a wide-ranging vocabulary through focused word study and reading
  • Applying grammatical rules effectively to produce coherent, polished texts
  • Improving spelling accuracy, punctuation use, and sentence fluency
  • Understanding how language choices shape meaning and audience impact

Course Outline

In Years 9–10 English, students expand their literacy and critical thinking skills, engaging with more complex texts and advancing their ability to interpret and create meaning. This stage emphasizes analytical reading, purposeful writing, and effective oral communication—preparing students for the demands of senior secondary English.

What Students Will Learn

Our Year 9-10 program covers a wide range of important topics at varying levels which may include:

  • Reading and Viewing
  • Studying a range of literary and non-literary texts, including novels, plays, films, and media
  • Analysing themes, narrative structure, character development, and language techniques
  • Evaluating persuasive elements, bias, and point of view in different text types
  • Applying higher-order thinking skills (e.g., synthesis, comparison, and critique)
  • Writing
  • Crafting well-structured essays, creative pieces, and multimodal presentations
  • Refining expression through precise vocabulary, stylistic devices, and cohesive paragraphing
  • Tailoring writing to suit different purposes, audiences, and text types
  • Iterating through drafting, editing, and proofreading to enhance clarity and coherence
  • Speaking and Listening
  • Delivering presentations, speeches, and debates using clear structure and persuasive techniques
  • Using tone, volume, pace, and body language effectively to engage an audience
  • Practicing active listening in discussions, providing constructive feedback, and building on others’ ideas
  • Demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives and cultural contexts
  • Vocabulary, Grammar, and Language Conventions
  • Expanding vocabulary by studying complex, subject-specific, and figurative language
  • Applying advanced grammar rules and sentence structures to convey sophistication in writing
  • Ensuring accurate spelling and punctuation to support clear communication
  • Recognizing how language choices influence meaning, style, and audience response

Course Outline

In Years 11–12 English, students build on the analytical, writing, and communication skills developed in earlier years. This course emphasizes critical reading, cohesive writing, and purposeful speaking and listening tasks. It provides a broad foundation in English language and literature, preparing students for a range of post-school pathways.

What Students Will Learn

Our Year 11-12 program covers a wide range of important topics at varying levels which may include:

  • Analyses the ways an author’s choice of language, form and structure shape meaning in texts of different modes and mediums
  • Explains and analyses the relationships between texts through context, form and language
  • Explains and analyses the ways context and values influence composition and audience response
  • Composes texts, using language forms and features in new and different contexts
  • Composes critical and creative texts for a range of audiences and purposes
  • Explains and evaluates own compositional processes and the ways choices of language, form and structure can shape meaning
  • Critically analyses the ways an author’s choice of language, form and structure shapes meaning in complex texts of different modes and mediums
  • Explains and evaluates the relationships between texts through context, form and language
  • Analyses and evaluates the ways context and values influence composition and audience response
  • Composes texts, using language forms and features in new and different contexts
  • Composes critical and creative texts for a range of audiences and purposes
  • Justifies and evaluates own compositional processes and the ways choices of language, form and structure can shape meaning