Matrix Year 7 English and Maths courses are designed to help students build strong foundations for success in high school. Our structured, term-based programs are taught by experienced teachers and focus on both academic improvement and learning confidence.
Course Structure
Duration: 9 weeks per term
Lesson Length: 1.5 hours per week
Delivery Modes:
On-Campus - Face-to-face classes at Matrix Melbourne Campus
Matrix+ Online - Flexible video-based learning with quizzes and downloadable resources
Year 7 English Course
This course introduces students to a variety of literary genres and text types, helping them develop essential reading, writing, and analytical skills. Students learn to:
Interpret and respond to texts
Identify persuasive language techniques
Explore classic literature, including an introduction to Shakespeare
Term Topics:
Term 1: Introduction to Genre – graphic novels, fables, and fantasy prose
Term 2: Analysing Texts – poetry, science fiction, and film
Term 3: Persuasive Language – advertising, journalism, speeches, and reviews
Term 4: Introduction to Shakespeare – Elizabethan context, drama conventions, and poetic language
Year 7 Mathematics Course
This course builds core numeracy and problem-solving skills, preparing students for high school maths. Students develop a strong grasp of concepts including fractions, algebra, geometry, and data.
Term Topics:
Term 1: Directed Numbers, Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Term 2: Algebraic Techniques, Financial Maths, Ratios, and Time
Term 3: Algebraic Equations, Angles, Geometry, Length, and Area
Term 4: Linear Relationships, Data, and Pythagoras’ Theorem
Holiday Courses
Matrix offers 4-day Holiday Skills-based Courses for Year 7 students in English and Maths. Each course runs for 2 hours per day and focuses on developing essential skills that reinforce term learning and prepare students for the term ahead.
These holiday programs are ideal for students who want to:
Deep-dive into an fundamental skill with step-by-step instruction
Build a complete understanding of how and when to apply it
Strengthen confidence through practice and feedback
Lay the groundwork for future success in class and assessments
By the end of the program, students walk away with more than just theory—they leave with practical skills they can use straight away.
More information on our skills-based Holiday Courses for Year 7-10 students can be found here.
What You’ll Get at Matrix
Expert teachers – No university students; only experienced subject matter experts
Syllabus-ready resources – Comprehensive workbooks updated each term
Online lesson videos – Rewatch any class anytime, anywhere
1-on-1 help – Free private tutor workshops for on-campus students
Modern campuses – Purpose-built classrooms for focused learning
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