Year 8 is a pivotal year in high school, where students consolidate foundational skills and prepare for more advanced concepts in English and Mathematics. Matrix Education offers structured courses designed to strengthen these core areas, ensuring students build confidence and achieve academic success.
Course Structure
Duration: 9 weeks per term
Lesson Length: 1.5 hours per week
Delivery Modes:
On-Campus: In-person classes at Matrix campuses
Matrix+ Online: Flexible online learning with video lessons, quizzes, and downloadable resources
Year 8 English Course
The Year 8 English course focuses on enhancing analytical reading and writing skills, aligned with the NSW syllabus. Students engage with a variety of texts to develop critical thinking and effective communication.
Term Topics
Term 1: Journalism and Poetry – Exploring stereotypes, feature articles, and in-depth poetry analysis
Term 2: Texts Through Time – Studying traditional stories, prose narratives, and films
Term 3: Representation and Perspective – Examining themes like the military, consumerism, gender, and Australian fiction
Term 4: Shakespeare – Analyzing 'Romeo and Juliet' and understanding values in Shakespeare's time
Year 8 Mathematics Course
The Year 8 Mathematics course aims to deepen understanding of mathematical concepts and enhance problem-solving skills, following the NSW curriculum.
Term Topics
Term 1: Indices, Algebraic Techniques, and Linear Relationships
Term 2: Equations, Rates, Length, and Area
Term 3: Algebraic Techniques, Properties of Geometrical Figures, Volume, and Capacity
Term 4: Probability, Similarity, and Financial Mathematics
Holiday Courses
Matrix offers 5-day Holiday Skills-based Courses for Year 8 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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