Students enrolled into our Core Programs receive the following Student Support Services:
- Free Assessment
- Free Homework Support (email and telephone)
- Free Student Portal Access
- Free Access to Fastrain Online — weekly online video tutorial to assist students with their workbooks for Maths and General Ability
- Free Trainiac Mobile App — developed by North Shore to help sharpen students' Maths, Logic and Spelling skills
- Free Education Seminars
Year 5 Fastrain Extended Program
(Creative Writing, English, Maths, General Ability, Exam Success)
Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Exam Hints, Techniques & Exam Practice & Lateral Thinking
- 4 hour lessons weekly
- 10 weeks per term
- English, Mathematics, General Ability and Creative Writing
This course will enable students to:
- Improve reading, writing and comprehension skills
- Master grammar, punctuation, spelling and other English skills
- Broaden vocabulary and improve their imaginative use of language for compositions
- Develop skills in crafting effective persuasive, descriptive and creative writing
- Improve key numeracy skills in alignment with syllabus outcomes
- Develop speed and accuracy in all syllabus mathematics topics (taught at an accelerated pace)
- Develop lateral thinking, logical reasoning and complex problem solving skills
- Practise and develop examination skills required for Selective Schools and Scholarship tests
Year 5 High Achiever Program
(Selection by Entrance Exam)
(Creative Writing, English, Maths, General Ability, Exam Success)
Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Exam Hints, Techniques & Exam Practice & Lateral Thinking
- 4 hour lessons weekly
- 10 weeks per term
- English, Mathematics, General Ability and Creative Writing
- Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Exam Techniques & Lateral Thinking
This course will enable students to:
- Improve reading, writing and comprehension skills
- Master grammar, punctuation, spelling and other English skills
- Broaden vocabulary and improve their imaginative use of language for compositions
- Develop skills in crafting effective persuasive, descriptive and creative writing
- Improve key numeracy skills in alignment with syllabus outcomes
- Develop speed and accuracy in all syllabus mathematics topics (taught at an accelerated pace)
- Develop lateral thinking, logical reasoning and complex problem solving skills
- Practise and develop examination skills required for Selective Schools and Scholarship tests
ROBOTICS and STEM Program
Learning STEM concepts with Robot Making & Programming.
- 1 hour lessons
- 10 weeks per term
- A fun, practical way to develop key STEM skills.
- Build basic foundations in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) skills
- Explore practical applications and activities in robotics and programming
- Encourage critical thinking and problem solving
- Facilitate extracurricular learning in a friendly, supportive environment alongside students of similar ages
Year 5 Exam Preparation Program
- 2 full length test papers (either Maths or General Ability or English or Written Expression Test), followed by thorough explanation of most difficult questions.
- 1 full length test paper (either Maths or General Ability, followed by thorough explanation of most difficult questions.
Maths Olympiad
Preparation & training for Maths Olympiad tests.
- 1 hour lessons
- 10 weeks per term
This course will help students to:
- Master key numeracy skills
- Develop advanced logical reasoning, critical thinking and extended problem solving skills
- Prepare for the Australian Mathematical Olympiad
- Facilitate extended mathematical learning in a challenging, supportive environment alongside students of similar ages
Future Writers – Advanced Writing Skills (Senior Primary)
Under the guidance of teachers who will motivate students and develop their skills to become successful future writers.
- 1.5 hour lessons
- 10 weeks per term
- Specialised course for development of advanced writing skills
This course will guide students to:
- Master basic English skills such as spelling, grammar and punctuation
- Develop creativity in composing effective, original imaginative writing
- Explore advanced writing skills and techniques
- Experience academic enrichment in a challenging but supportive environment alongside students of similar ages, under the guidance of experienced and enthusiastic teachers
English, Maths and General Ability Launchpad
- 3 hour lessons
- 10 weeks per term
- Intensive academic enrichment for future examination success
- Success in English requires the mastery of a range of grammar, reading, comprehension and language skills. This course provides essential exposure to fundamental skills and concept.
- Master essential Maths concepts with extra practice.
- Develop your command of an extensive range of General Ability concepts and skills.
Chess
(Beginners/Intermediate)
(Advanced/Champion)
- 1 hour lessons weekly
- 10 weeks per term
- Children will be put in small groups based on their knowledge and skill in chess. They will receive a group lesson (which will differ depending on their ability), and will then be given time to practice against other children in the chess club.
- Learn how to play chess in a small group
- Improve your chess skills and become a better chess player
- Practice your chess against other players around your age
- Make friends and develop logical thinking through chess
Writing for Exam Success
Maximise performance in writing for OC, NAPLAN, Selective Schools and Scholarships examinations.
Available for Years 4-6 in Term 1 and Term 4 at selected campuses.
- 1 hour lessons
- Standalone 10-week course available in Term 1 and Term 4
- Specialised course for exam preparation in Writing
Is your child struggling with writing, or simply looking to hone their creative and persuasive skills? Writing for Exam Success is an essential course for students in Years 4-6 seeking to maximise their marks in this notoriously difficult section of the OC, Selective and Scholarships placement tests. Developed and taught by experts, each lesson focuses on the specific criteria and ideas that examiners see as crucial to quality writing.