Year 11

Year 11 Tutoring

Year 11 is a crucial stage that sets the foundation for HSC success. At ABC College, we provide specialised tutoring across a wide range of subjects to ensure students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in their senior studies. All classes are taught by qualified high school specialist teachers who bring extensive subject knowledge and classroom expertise, ensuring students receive guidance that is both accurate and effective.

Our Year 11 program covers:

Mathematics Advanced and Mathematics Extension
Chemistry
Physics
Biology
English Standard
English Advanced

Our experienced tutors break down complex concepts into clear, practical steps, focusing on problem-solving techniques, exam strategies, and syllabus requirements. Whether it’s mastering difficult equations, understanding scientific theories, or refining essay writing, we guide students every step of the way.

With tailored support, dedicated teachers, and a strong focus on academic excellence, our Year 11 tutoring equips students with the tools they need to succeed in Year 12 and beyond.

Year 11 Timetable

Subjects

We offer a full range of Year 11 subjects, including Mathematics Advanced, Mathematics Extension, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, English Standard and English Advanced. Each course is designed to strengthen understanding of key syllabus content, build exam skills, and prepare students for Year 12 and the HSC.

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Mathematics

Year 11

Build strong problem-solving skills and prepare for senior studies with courses in Advanced and Extension Mathematics. Students develop confidence in algebra, functions, calculus, probability and statistics, applying these skills to real-world problems and exam preparation.

Science

Year 11

Explore the foundations of the natural world through Biology, Chemistry, Physics and more. Students gain practical and analytical skills through experiments, investigations and depth studies, while learning key scientific concepts that prepare them for HSC success.

English

Year 11

Engage with diverse texts and strengthen reading, writing and analytical skills. Whether in Standard or Advanced English, students learn to respond critically and creatively to literature, film and media, developing communication skills essential for study and beyond.

Mathematics

Year 11

Mathematics Advanced

Below are the seven main topics for Year 11 Advanced, each with their associated subtopics.

Working with Functions

Function notation, domain, and range
Graphing and analysing linear, quadratic, cubic, reciprocal, and other basic functions
Factorisation techniques (expanding, completing the square, difference of two squares, etc.)
Operations with functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, composition)
Even and odd functions
Solving equations and inequalities involving functions

Trigonometry and Measure of Angles

Measuring angles in degrees and radians
Converting between degrees and radians
Exact values of trigonometric ratios for standard angles
Right-angle trigonometry and applications (bearings, angles of elevation/depression)
Trigonometric ratios for any angle (sine, cosine, tangent graphs)
Use of the unit circle to define trigonometric ratios

Trigonometric Identities and Equations

Fundamental identities
Reciprocal and quotient identities
Compound angle formulas (sine and cosine of sum/difference)
Double-angle formulas
Solving basic trigonometric equations
Using identities to simplify expressions and solve equations

Introduction to Differentiation

Concept of a derivative as rate of change / gradient of tangent
Difference quotient
Derivatives of polynomial functions
Derivatives of negative and fractional powers
Tangent and normal lines to curves
Applications to simple problems (velocity, gradient at a point, etc.)

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Laws of indices (revision and extension)
Definition of exponential functions
Graphs of exponential functions (growth and decay)
Definition and properties of logarithms
Laws of logarithms (product, quotient, power)
Solving exponential and logarithmic equations
Natural logarithm
Applications in growth/decay contexts

Graph Transformations

Vertical and horizontal shifts (translations)
Reflections in the x-axis and y-axis
Stretches and compressions (vertical and horizontal scaling)
Sketching transformed functions systematically
Combining multiple transformations

Probability and Data

Sample spaces and events
Probability rules (addition, multiplication, complement)
Mutually exclusive and independent events
Discrete probability distributions
Expected value (mean) and variance
Organising and displaying data (tables, histograms, box plots, scatter plots)
Interpreting data and making conclusions

Mathematics Extension

Maths

The Mathematics Extension course is designed for students who excel in Advanced Mathematics and want to explore more challenging concepts. It develops advanced problem-solving skills, logical reasoning and mathematical communication.

Key areas of study include:

Proof and reasoning (mathematical induction, contradiction, etc.)
Further work with functions and relations
Trigonometric functions and their applications
Combinatorics and advanced counting techniques
Vectors and their use in geometry and problem-solving
Introduction to calculus beyond the Advanced course

Course Features:

Builds directly on the Mathematics Advanced syllabus
Provides strong preparation for Year 12 Mathematics Extension 1 and Extension 2
Encourages abstract thinking, creativity in problem solving, and the ability to link different areas of mathematics

Science

Science Tutoring

Enhance your understanding of Biology Stage 6 (2017) — Year 11 with our comprehensive modules. Our teachers are endorsed by NSW Government and New South Wales Education.

Chemistry

The Year 11 course develops the knowledge, understanding and skills in relation to the properties and structures of matter, the types and drivers of chemical reactions and how we measure the quantities involved in these processes.

MODULES

MODULE 1: Properties and Structure of Matter
MODULE 2: Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
MODULE 3: Reactive Chemistry
MODULE 4: Drivers of Reactions

Physics

The Year 11 course develops students’ knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to the study of motion, how we describe it and what causes it. The course also examines energy in its different forms, and how we describe and measure electricity and magnetism and their interrelated effects.

MODULES

Module 1: Kinematics — motion, speed, velocity, acceleration, etc.
Module 2: Dynamics — forces, Newton’s laws, motion under forces
Module 3: Waves and Thermodynamics — wave phenomena, heat, temperature, energy transfer, etc.
Module 4: Electricity and Magnetism — electric forces, fields, circuits, magnetic effects

Biology

The Year 11 course investigates cellular structure and provides a basis for understanding the way in which multicellular organisms transport and absorb nutrients and carry out gas exchange. Exploring variations in the structures and functions of organisms provides an understanding of the effects of the environment on living things and on biodiversity.

MODULES

Module 1: Cells as the Basis of Life
Module 2: Organisation of Living Things
Module 3: Biological Diversity
Module 4: Ecosystem Dynamics

English

Year 11 Course

In Year 11 English, students deepen their understanding of language, literature and communication while preparing for the HSC. Through the study of diverse texts – from classics to contemporary works – students develop critical reading, analytical skills and creative expression. Both English Standard and English Advanced courses focus on exploring how context, purpose and audience shape meaning, while giving students opportunities to refine their own writing across imaginative, persuasive and analytical forms.

English Standard

The Year 11 content is organised around certain Focus Areas, including:

Reading to write: Transition to English Standard — students develop skills to analyse texts and express themselves in writing appropriate to Standard level.
Contemporary Possibilities — exploring modern texts, contexts, values etc.
Close Study of Literature — deeper literary analysis of classical and modern texts; studying form, structure, language etc.

Outcomes / Skills Emphasised

Analysing how language, form, structure influence meaning across text types.
Understanding the relationship between context, audience, purpose, values in texts.
Composing texts: both creative and critical writing, for different audiences and purposes.
Reflecting on own compositional processes — making thoughtful choices about language, form, structure.

English Advanced

The Year 11 course has three main focus areas under the new syllabus:

Reading to write: Transition to English Advanced — building from Standard level towards more sophisticated analysis and writing.
Narratives that shape our world — studying how narratives across time, culture, media etc. influence identity, experience, etc.
Critical Study of Literature — close analytical reading of complex texts (literary, multi-modal etc.), exploring how meaning is constructed and valued.

Outcomes / Skills Emphasised

Deeper analysis of how language, form, structure interact to produce meaning in different texts and contexts.
Understanding and comparing how texts relate to each other (themes, cultural perspectives, contexts) — textual conversations.
Greater creative & critical writing: composing with authority, making sophisticated and original choices about style, form, etc.

English

Timetable

Mathematics

Maths Advanced: Wednesday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Maths Extension: Wednesday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Science

Biology: Saturday 11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Physics: Saturday 12:55 PM - 2:10 PM
Chemistry: Saturday 2:20 PM - 3:35 PM

English

English Standard: Saturday 9:55 AM - 11:10 AM
English Advanced: Saturday 9:55 AM - 11:10 AM

Take the next step towards HSC success — enrol now in our Year 11 Tutoring Program.

With expert teachers, tailored support, and a proven track record of results, Australia ABC College gives students the skills and confidence to excel.

Places are limited, so secure your spot today and set the foundation for outstanding achievement in Year 12 and beyond.

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