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Matrix+ Online vs Holiday vs Term Courses

Choosing the Right Matrix Course: Matrix+ Online, Holiday, or Term?

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Written by Melanie
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Matrix offers three flexible learning formats to suit your child's needs: Matrix+ Online, Holiday Courses, and Term Courses. Each format covers our high-quality content, but the delivery and pacing are different. This guide explains the differences and helps you choose the best option based on your goals and schedule.


Matrix+ Courses (Online)

Best for: Students who prefer flexible, self-paced learning from home.

Key features:

  • Self-paced learning: Access structured Theory Lesson Videos anytime, allowing you to study when it suits you best.

  • Comprehensive resources: Receive printed Theory Books and Work Books delivered to your home.

  • Interactive support: Engage with teachers through the Q&A Discussion Board for personalised assistance.

  • Progress tracking: Monitor your learning journey with online quizzes and Topic Tests.

Ideal for:

  • Busy students who want to fit study around their own schedule

  • Independent learners who like reviewing lessons multiple times

  • Students who don’t live near a Matrix campus


Holiday Courses (On-Campus)

Holiday Courses are delivered face-to-face during the school holidays. We offer two options based on your child’s year group.

Years 3–10 Skills-Based Holiday Courses

Best for: Years 3 - 10 Students who want to strengthen a particular skill or focus area in a short timeframe.

Key features:

  • Short-format courses: Typically run over 3–5 days, depending on the subject.

  • Skills-focused content: Topics may include Creative Writing, Problem-Solving, or Exam Techniques.

  • Small classes: Students receive personalised feedback and guidance from expert teachers.

  • Great for consolidation: Ideal for revision, catch-up, or preparation ahead of the term.

Years 11–12 Holiday Accelerated Courses

Best for: Year 11 & 12 students who want to learn the next term's content in the school holidays before it's taught at school.

Key features

  • Full-term syllabus: Covers the same content as our Term Course, but delivered in 9 intensive days.

  • Structured daily lessons: Builds strong understanding in a short time with expert guidance.

  • All course materials included: Printed Theory Books and Work Books, Weekly Quizes and access to Topic Tests provided.

  • Weekly workshops: Students can book one on one workshops after their holiday course to go over any questions they are having about the subject.

  • Ideal for high achievers: Helps students stay ahead and make the most of the school term.


Term Courses (On-Campus)

Best for: Students who prefer consistent, weekly learning across the school term.

Key features

  • Weekly classes: One lesson per week over 9 weeks.

  • Reinforced learning: Regular homework and quizzes help track progress.

  • Small class sizes: Encourages discussion and personalised teacher feedback.

  • Weekly workshops: Students can book one on one workshops during the term to go over any questions they are having about the subject.

  • High-quality materials: Students receive printed Theory Books, Work Books, Weekly Quizes and access to Topic Tests.

Ideal for

  • Students who want to learn alongside the school curriculum

  • Learners who benefit from routine and spaced revision

  • Parents looking for stable term-time support


Comparison of Matrix+ Online, Holiday Course and Term Course

Matrix+ Online

Holiday: Years 3 - 10

Holiday Accelerated: Years 11 - 12

Term Courses

Delivery Mode

Online

On-campus

On-campus

On-campus

Duration

Self-paced

4 days

9 days

9 weeks

Pacing

Flexible

Daily sessions over one week

Daily sessions over two weeks

9 Weekly lessons

Focus

Full course

Skills and revision

Full term content

Full term content

Teacher Access

Online Q&A Board

In-person

In-person

In-person

Workshops

(1 on 1 sessions)

No

No

Yes

Yes


The course combinations of past successful Year 12 students

To suit your individual learning needs, you can enrol in a combination of:

  • Matrix+ Online Courses

  • Holiday Accelerated Courses

  • Terms Courses

An example of past students' enrolment combinations are:

M+ Online

Holiday Accelerated Course

Term Course

90+ ATAR Student

Chemistry

Maths Advanced

95+ ATAR

Physics

Biology & Maths Ext 1

English

99+

Maths Ext 1 &

Maths Ext 2

Chemistry & Physics

English

Hear it from our students

Need More Help?

Still unsure which option is right for you? We’re here to help!

We’ll guide you through your options and help you enrol in the course that best suits your child’s goals.

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