Year 8

English

Building on a solid foundation in high school English is why Year 8 is so important in your English development. It will underpin success in English throughout High School, including your HSC. Talent 100 Year 8 English course will make sure you develop a comprehensive understanding and application of literary, analytical and communication skills. Your child’s analytical and persuasive skills will be enhanced through their study of Year 8 English. The ability to analyse a variety of complex texts and text types is the core of Talent 100 8 English tutoring. Talent 100 will build your ability to utilise language to communicate with the intended purpose, audience and context made clear. Talent 100 will ensure you have a strong understanding of foundational concepts preparing you for higher-level High School English.

NO OBLIGATION LESSON

32%

based on 2023 HSC Graduates

99%

of students say their confidence improved significantly

99%

of students say that studying with Talent 100 made school easier

98%

of students say they are satisfied with Talent 100

Course Options

Talent

    • Students master the syllabus
    • Weekly exam practice with a focus on challenge questions
    • Students complete weekly homework exams. Homework is COMPULSORY.
    • Focus on mastering challenge questions so students can be the best in exams
    • 1.5 hours in class
    • Term exam for practice

$670.00
per term

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Dymocks Tutoring

    • Students learn the syllabus whilst remediating knowledge gaps
    • Weekly exam practice on key areas
    • Students can attempt weekly homework exercises. Homework is OPTIONAL.
    • Focus on building a solid foundation and addressing knowledge gaps
    • 1.5 hours in class
    • Mid-term revision week to consolidate key skills

$495.00
per term

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Timetable

Parramatta
  • Wednesday 6:00pm ~ 7:30pm DYM
  • Sunday 9:30am ~ 11:00am DYM
  • Sunday 1:00pm ~ 2:30pm TAL
  • Saturday 9:00am ~ 10:30am TAL
  • Saturday 9:00am ~ 10:30am DYM
Online
  • Thursday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL
  • Thursday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm DYM
  • Saturday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL
  • Sunday 12:00pm ~ 1:30pm DYM
Burwood
  • Sunday 1:30pm ~ 3:00pm DYM
  • Monday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm DYM
  • Saturday 9:30am ~ 11:00am TAL
Hurstville
  • Sunday 9:30am ~ 11:00am TAL
  • Thursday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL
  • Thursday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm DYM
Chatswood
  • Sunday 2:30pm ~ 4:00pm TAL
  • Wednesday 6:00pm ~ 7:30pm TAL
  • Tuesday 6:00pm ~ 7:30pm DYM
Epping
  • Saturday 2:30pm ~ 4:00pm TAL
  • Sunday 1:00pm ~ 2:30pm TAL
  • Monday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL
  • Friday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL
  • Friday 4:30pm ~ 6:00pm TAL

What You Study

Talent 100

OCT - DEC
Talent 100 Term 1 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Geometry: Introduction to Pythagoras' Theorem

Lesson 2: Geometry: Further Pythagoras' Theorem

Lesson 3: Number: Computations with Percentages

Lesson 4: Number: Further Computations with Percentages

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Number: Applying Percentages to Solve Financial Problems

Lesson 7: Number: Further Applications of Percentages to Financial Problems

Lesson 8: Algebraic Techniques: Review of Simple Algebraic Techniques

Lesson 9: Algebraic Techniques: Further Algebraic Techniques

JAN - APR
Talent 100 Term 2 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Equations: Solving One and Two Step Linear Equations

Lesson 2: Equations: Simple Quadratic Equations and Problem-Solving

Lesson 3: Geometry: Triangle Theorems

Lesson 4: Geometry: Triangle Congruence

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Geometry: Quadrilateral Theorems

Lesson 7: Geometry: Perimeter and Area

Lesson 8: Geometry: Drawing Prisms; Converting Units; and Volume

Lesson 9: Geometry: Volume and Capacity of Prisms and Cylinders

APR - JUN
Talent 100 Term 3 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Rates and Ratios: Introduction to Ratios

Lesson 2: Rates and Ratios: Further Ratios

Lesson 3: Rates and Ratios: Constructing Scale Diagrams

Lesson 4: Rates and Ratios: Introduction to Rates

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Rates and Ratios: Practical Applications of Rates

Lesson 7: Data: Introduction to Data

Lesson 8: Data: Data Displays

Lesson 9: Data: Further Data Displays

JUL - SEP
Talent 100 Term 4 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode and Range

Lesson 2: Coordinate Geometry: The Cartesian Plane, Midpoint and Translations

Lesson 3: Coordinate Geometry: The Effect of Transformation on Coordinates

Lesson 4: Coordinate Geometry: Graphing Linear Relationships

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Coordinate Geometry: Graphing Linear Relationships

Lesson 7: Coordinate Geometry: Graphic Number Patterns

Lesson 8: Coordinate Geometry: Solving Linear Equations Graphically

Lesson 9: Coordinate Geometry: Transformations

Dymocks Tutoring

OCT - DEC
Dymocks Term 1 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Geometry: Introduction to Pythagoras' Theorem

Lesson 2: Geometry: Further Pythagoras' Theorem

Lesson 3: Number: Computations with Percentages

Lesson 4: Number: Further Computations with Percentages

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Number: Applying Percentages to Solve Financial Problems

Lesson 7: Number: Further Applications of Percentages to Financial Problems

Lesson 8: Algebraic Techniques: Review of Simple Algebraic Techniques

Lesson 9: Algebraic Techniques: Further Algebraic Techniques

JAN - APR
Dymocks Term 2 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Equations: Solving One and Two Step Linear Equations

Lesson 2: Equations: Simple Quadratic Equations and Problem-Solving

Lesson 3: Geometry: Triangle Theorems

Lesson 4: Geometry: Triangle Congruence

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Geometry: Quadrilateral Theorems

Lesson 7: Geometry: Perimeter and Area

Lesson 8: Geometry: Drawing Prisms; Converting Units; and Volume

Lesson 9: Geometry: Volume and Capacity of Prisms and Cylinders

APR - JUN
Dymocks Term 3 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Rates and Ratios: Introduction to Ratios

Lesson 2: Rates and Ratios: Further Ratios

Lesson 3: Rates and Ratios: Constructing Scale Diagrams

Lesson 4: Rates and Ratios: Introduction to Rates

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Rates and Ratios: Practical Applications of Rates

Lesson 7: Data: Introduction to Data

Lesson 8: Data: Data Displays

Lesson 9: Data: Further Data Displays

JUL - SEP
Dymocks Term 4 Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode and Range

Lesson 2: Coordinate Geometry: The Cartesian Plane, Midpoint and Translations

Lesson 3: Coordinate Geometry: The Effect of Transformation on Coordinates

Lesson 4: Coordinate Geometry: Graphing Linear Relationships

Lesson 5: Revision Week

Lesson 6: Coordinate Geometry: Graphing Linear Relationships

Lesson 7: Coordinate Geometry: Graphic Number Patterns

Lesson 8: Coordinate Geometry: Solving Linear Equations Graphically

Lesson 9: Coordinate Geometry: Transformations

Lesson breakdown

Talent 100

Review and Reinforcement
10 min
Explain and Explore
30 min
Practice and Performance
40 min
Recap and Synthesise
10 min

Dymocks Tutoring

Review and Reinforcement
10 min
Explain and Explore
30 min
Practice and Performance
40 min
Recap and Synthesise
10 min

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!

FAQs

Do you offer Opportunity Class and Selective School coaching?

We are currently developing our practice exam materials catering specifically to the new online Opportunity Class and Selective School exams.

These materials will be a digital subscription product available through our Digital Platform my-mentor.com.au from Term 2, 2024 and will contain thousands of practice questions by exam type (Maths, English, Thinking Skills) and mock exams (with solutions) for students to prepare and practice at home.

What makes Talent 100 different from other tuition centres?

There are many places where you can get good tuition for HSC subjects. However, Talent 100 is unique in its approach to results-focused teaching and learning. The results speak for themselves with hundreds of Talent 100 students achieving outstanding results every year.

At Talent 100, we help students study smarter, not harder, in the lead up to and during their assessments. We teach you exactly what you need to know in order to score top marks, and we’ll help you be exam-ready when it counts because our course programs are designed to help you prepare for exams all year round.

When is the right time to start tutoring?

Every student is different and there is no “right” time to get tutoring support. However, academic studies highlight the importance of ensuring the fundamentals of Maths and Reading are reinforced from an early age (5+) to have the right building blocks in place for high school and beyond. Our classes begin at Stage 2 (Year 3-4) and extend through to Stage 6 (HSC level). We support students of all levels across these stages to set and extend them to their potential.

This is why we have started Talent Primary. Learning is a lifelong journey and we want to be with you each and every step of the way. Our students partner with us for many years, from learning the foundations, to more advanced problem solving and ultimately to HSC success in Year 12 and beyond.

Who are the teachers and tutors at Talent 100?

At Talent 100, we call all of our teachers and tutors ‘Mentors’, because they do so much more than simply teach content. They guide our students to school and HSC success year after year.

The Talent 100 Academic Team comprehensively understands the NSW Education system and how to succeed in it either as academic high achievers or experienced qualified teachers with proven academic credentials.

As mentors, we represent:

  • Outstanding academic merit – Getting high marks requires having detailed and specific knowledge of the HSC syllabus. Talent 100 Mentors have achieved unparalleled success in the HSC and can use their specific knowledge to help you.
  • Effective communication and strong leadership skills – This ensures the theory can be taught to you in a way you will understand.
  • Passion for teaching and improving your marks – They understand how significant your academic results are in influencing your university course options and, ultimately, your career path, so they are committed to doing whatever it takes to get you there.

Who has written the Primary Course Materials for Talent 100?

Talent Primary has partnered with BrainBuilder Maths to develop its Singapore Maths program. Designed by Dr Fong Ho Kheong, a world-renowned Singapore Maths specialist in conjunction with Julia Fong, the course applies unique model drawing techniques for conceptual learning which consistently places Singapore students at the top of the International Rankings for Mathematics competitions. Julia also teaches the Primary classes across all four centres and is responsible for teacher training.

Our Writing programs have been developed by experienced NESA teacher Mr Harvey Liu. Boasting a teacher career spanning over 7 years, Harvey has applied his Masters of Creative Writing, Bachelor of Education (Secondary) and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sydney to develop the materials based off new NESA guidelines to be implemented from 2024 onward. 

How do I join Talent Primary? Can I trial before I pay?

YES. All new students are entitled to a 1 week obligation free trial to attend the first lesson before committing and paying for the term. To join:

  • COMPLETE registration form
  • OR go to our ENQUIRE page and request a consultation with one of our specialist Consultants.

Alternatively, call us on 1300 999 100 today to let us know what classes you wish to join.

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