Writing
- Essay writing
- Creative writing
- Persuasive, Reflective, Discursive, Informative and other writing
Year 8 English
To make sure your student is assured of success, the Cluey Education Team has an ever-expanding bank of resources as well as units ready to support essays, oral presentations, creative and persuasive writing – as well as grammar and spelling to give that final polish. If you’re looking for assistance or extension in Year 8, our tutors are ready to help.
In-session content
Your content plan appears in the learning environment, sequenced to your learning needs and accessible with ease by you and your tutor.
An example content plan sequenced in the Cluey Learning Platform.
Language
- Reading and Vocabulary
- Syntax, Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling
- The English Language
- Media and advertising
Text analysis and comparison
- Novels and Short Stories
- Shakespeare and Drama
- Poetry and Song
- Film, Television and Animation
- Biographies, Journalism, Speeches, Essays
- Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Cartoons, Websites
Presenting
- Speeches, readings and performances
- Multimodal and tutorial presentations and Viva Voces
Secondary English
Year 8 English
Year 8 English involves a range of texts - novels and newspapers, poems and plays, digital media and dreamtime stories. There will be new kinds of vocabulary and assessments, not to mention new perspectives from around the world.
We've got the entire syllabus covered
Writing
Language
Text analysis and comparison
Presenting
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How does our approach to learning work?
Tailored tutoring with a plan
The learning program
Structured around your individual needs and goals, our learning programs adapt over time to build your confidence and offer the right help at the right time.
Quality content
- Developed by our experienced education team, the content in our learning programs is structured according to your skill level and individual needs.
- We use a range of approaches to meet the needs of different students. Our approach is always clear and unambiguous, and designed to help you thrive.
Tutoring sessions
- Live and online
- Expert tutors matched to your needs
- Demonstration, guided exercises and reviews
- Designed to be fun and engaging
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Practice exercises
Optional practice questions and exercises to work through between sessions.
Regular reporting
Feedback after every session helps you keep track of your progress.
Flexibility to suit busy family schedules
Learn from home (or anywhere) via our online platform.
Schedule sessions when they suit you, between 7am and 10pm, 7 days per week.
Reschedule easily when things get busy
Consistent learning leads to progress that matters
From step one to step done, we're with you for your entire learning journey.
Session recordings allow you to revise at any time.
Progress reports ensure you are getting the right help at the right pace.
Guided tutoring helps you realise your potential.
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We’ll ensure your child's Shakespeare learning is dramatic
Secondary English at Cluey
Based on the Australian National Curriculum for Years 7-10, Cluey’s approach to secondary English focuses on developing students' literacy skills with in-depth studies of Shakespeare and essay structure in the early years, and deeper analysis of different texts and topics in Years 9 and 10. Our personalised approach gives you the opportunity to focus on areas you find challenging and maximise your understanding of each topic.
Head of Department, English
Brenton Boswell
BA, LLB, G.Dip Ed, G.Dip Legal Studies
Brenton is responsible for leading our English Department and developing and overseeing excellent English programs of learning and tutoring across years 7-12. Previously, Brenton held the roles of Assistant Head of English at Newington College, Head of English at Kambala, and Dean of English and Dean of Knowledge Systems at Trinity Grammar School.
Meet some of our 450+ expert Secondary English tutors
Our tutors are all qualified teachers, exceptional ATAR achievers or experts in their respective fields.
Ariane
VIC University Student (Doctor of Philosophy)
English: Yrs 7-10
Ariane is working towards a Ph. D in Philosophy after graduating with first class honours. She has worked as a senior writing mentor and teaching assistant in the past.
Sarah
SA University Student (PhD Medicine)
English: Yrs 7-10
After achieving honours in Psychology, Sarah is working towards her Ph. D in Medicine. In addition to her work as a secondary tutor, Sarah runs undergrad tutorials in psychology.
Amy
VIC University Student (Bachelor of Arts)
English: Yrs 7-10
An ATAR high achiever, Amy is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Law) in Melbourne. She believes that secondary English can and SHOULD be fun for students.
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Weekly learning through live tutoring sessions, feedback & practice
Each student’s individual learning journey is supported through a series of live face-to-face sessions with an expert tutor matched to the student's needs. We cover all the theory and examples needed to ensure comprehension, and our sessions are designed to be engaging and encouraging.
Our expert tutors offer guidance through demonstration and worked examples and assign targeted practice questions to help students master the topics and concepts covered.
After each session, personalised feedback is provided to help students and parents track their progress.
Session break-down
First 5 Minutes
Establishing the session theme, why are we here?
- Discuss student’s areas of focus (if first session)
- Review previous session's assigned practice (if subsequent session)
- Set session learning goals
50 Minutes
During the session
- Work through exercises based on the topics and concepts for each learning goal
- Tutor demonstrates, guides and explains concepts
- Work though any challenges
- Students are encouraged to explain their thinking to clarity their comprehension
Closing 5 Minutes
Reflection and looking ahead
- Reflect on what has been achieved in the session
- Set practice questions