Year 7 Tutoring Australia | Maths, English, Science

Year 7 is a big step, with a new school, more teachers and NAPLAN in Term 1. Our structured program builds Maths, English and Science skills step by step, with familiar Australian examples, from the school canteen to the bush, and steady support.

Key Topics Covered:

Maths: integers, fractions, percentages, algebra, area and probability.
English: NAPLAN skills, novels, persuasive writing and media.
Science: classification, ecosystems, matter, forces and space.

Parent Tip:

Settling into secondary takes time. Check in about homework each week, practise NAPLAN-style questions in short bursts and celebrate effort, not just marks.

Calculate with integers, fractions, decimals and percentages with confidence

Solve one-step and two-step equations and explain each step clearly

Write structured persuasive and narrative texts that meet NAPLAN expectations

Analyse texts, including Australian and First Nations works, using evidence

Classify living things and explain how Australian ecosystems work

Plan a fair test and report results using tables, graphs and conclusions

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No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Reading Comprehension Strategies	Use skimming, scanning and re-reading to find information, and practise NAPLAN-style reading questions on a range of texts.
02	Spelling Rules and Word Origins	Revise prefixes, suffixes, homophones and tricky Year 7 spellings, using word roots to work out unfamiliar words.
03	Punctuation for NAPLAN	Use commas, apostrophes, colons, semicolons and speech marks correctly, in the style of NAPLAN language conventions questions.
04	Parts of Speech	Identify nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs and pronouns, and choose them precisely to sharpen meaning.
05	Simple, Compound and Complex Sentences	Build sentences of different lengths and structures using conjunctions and clauses, and fix run-on sentences.
06	Paragraphs and Topic Sentences	Organise ideas into clear paragraphs with topic sentences, supporting detail and links between paragraphs.
07	NAPLAN Persuasive Writing	Plan and write a persuasive piece with a clear position, strong reasons and a conclusion, within a set time.
08	Planning a Narrative	Develop characters, setting and a problem in a story plan, and structure events with a clear orientation, complication and resolution.
09	Inference and Author's Message	Read between the lines to work out feelings, motives and the ideas an author wants readers to take away.
10	Term 1 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with reading and writing practice, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

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No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Novel Study: Characters	Explore how characters are built through actions, dialogue and thoughts, and how they change across a text.
02	Setting, Plot and Theme	Analyse how setting and plot events develop big ideas, and support points with evidence from the text.
03	Figurative Language	Identify similes, metaphors, personification and alliteration, and explain the effect they have on readers.
04	Poetry and Imagery	Read and respond to poems, notice rhythm, rhyme and imagery, and write original poems on a chosen theme.
05	Narrative Writing: Building Tension	Use pacing, sentence length and sensory detail to build suspense and craft a strong climax and ending.
06	Point of View and Voice	Compare first person and third person narration and write the same scene from different perspectives.
07	Dialogue and Punctuation	Write natural dialogue with correct speech marks and use it to reveal character and move the story forward.
08	Australian and First Nations Literature	Read short stories and poems by Australian authors, including First Nations writers, and discuss the ideas and perspectives they share.
09	Writing a Character Description	Draft and edit a description that shows a character through detail, action and carefully chosen vocabulary.
10	Term 2 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with reading and writing practice, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Persuasive Techniques	Spot emotive language, rhetorical questions, statistics and repetition, and explain how writers use them to influence readers.
02	Writing a Persuasive Text	Plan and write an argument with a thesis, supporting paragraphs and a firm conclusion on a topic such as school uniforms.
03	Media Texts and Advertising	Analyse how advertisements, posters and websites use images, layout and words to appeal to audiences.
04	Fact, Opinion and Bias	Separate fact from opinion, spot bias and weigh up how reliable different sources are.
05	Researching and Note-Taking	Use keywords to find information, take brief notes in your own words and record the sources you used.
06	Writing an Informative Text	Turn research into a clear report with headings, topic sentences and facts organised in a logical order.
07	Vocabulary and Word Choice	Build a richer vocabulary using synonyms, connotation and context clues, and apply it to formal writing.
08	Speaking and Presenting	Prepare and deliver a short talk with clear structure, confident voice and body language, and respond to questions.
09	Listening and Group Discussion	Take part in group discussions, build on others' ideas and give respectful feedback on a spoken presentation.
10	Term 3 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with reading and writing practice, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Responding to Texts in Paragraphs	Write analytical paragraphs using a point, evidence and explanation structure, with short quotations from the text.
02	Short Stories and Themes	Compare how different short stories explore ideas such as friendship, courage and belonging.
03	Drama and Scripts	Read and perform short scripts, and explore how stage directions and dialogue show character and action.
04	Film and Multimodal Texts	Analyse how images, sound and camera angles work with words to create meaning in film and picture books.
05	Editing and Proofreading	Check drafts for spelling, punctuation and sentence errors, and improve clarity and flow using a checklist.
06	Reflective and Personal Writing	Write a reflection on a real experience, using a thoughtful voice to explain what was learned.
07	Reading Unseen Texts	Read new fiction and non-fiction passages with confidence, using strategies to tackle unfamiliar words and tricky questions.
08	Creative Writing Workshop	Write freely from a picture or story starter, then share, give feedback and polish the finished piece.
09	Year 8 Readiness	Preview the reading, writing and analysis skills Year 8 builds on, in a relaxed and confidence-building way.
10	Term 4 Revision and End-of-Year Test	Review the year, then sit an end-of-year test with feedback shared in the parent report and ideas for the break.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Integers and the Number Line	Place positive and negative whole numbers on a number line, compare them and use them in contexts such as temperatures and bank balances.
02	Adding and Subtracting Integers	Add and subtract positive and negative numbers using number lines and zero pairs, and explain why the rules work.
03	Multiplying and Dividing Integers	Multiply and divide integers, spot the sign rules and check answers using inverse operations and estimation.
04	Factors, Multiples and Primes	Find factors and multiples, identify prime and composite numbers and use factor trees to break numbers into primes.
05	Highest Common Factor and Lowest Common Multiple	Find the highest common factor and lowest common multiple of two numbers and use them to solve timetable and grouping problems.
06	Index Notation and Square Numbers	Write repeated multiplication using powers, work with square and cube numbers and find square roots of perfect squares.
07	Order of Operations	Apply brackets, indices, multiplication, division, addition and subtraction in the correct order, including with negative numbers.
08	NAPLAN Numeracy Skills	Practise NAPLAN-style numeracy questions on number and measurement, with strategies for reading carefully and managing time.
09	Number Word Problems	Turn worded problems into number sentences, choose the right operation and check that answers make sense in context.
10	Term 1 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with worked examples and games, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Fractions on a Number Line	Place proper fractions, improper fractions and mixed numbers on a number line and compare their sizes.
02	Equivalent Fractions and Simplifying	Build equivalent fractions, simplify to lowest terms and order fractions with different denominators.
03	Adding and Subtracting Fractions	Add and subtract fractions with the same and different denominators, using common denominators and mixed numbers.
04	Multiplying and Dividing Fractions	Multiply fractions, find a fraction of a quantity and divide by a fraction using diagrams and reciprocals.
05	Decimals and Place Value	Read, write and order decimals to thousandths, and round them to a given number of decimal places.
06	Operations with Decimals	Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals, including multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000.
07	Percentages	Understand percentages as parts of 100 and find simple percentages of quantities, such as 10%, 25% and 50% of an amount.
08	Fractions, Decimals and Percentages	Convert between fractions, decimals and percentages and use all three to compare quantities and scores.
09	Money, Discounts and GST	Solve Australian money problems with sale discounts, best buys and the 10% GST added to many prices.
10	Term 2 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with worked examples and games, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Introducing Algebra and Variables	Use letters to stand for unknown numbers and describe simple number rules in words and symbols.
02	Algebraic Expressions	Write expressions from worded situations and identify terms, coefficients and constants.
03	Substituting into Expressions	Replace variables with numbers to evaluate expressions and formulas, such as the cost of a taxi ride.
04	Equivalent Expressions and Simplifying	Collect like terms and use the distributive law to write expressions in simpler, equivalent forms.
05	Solving One-Step Equations	Solve equations such as x + 7 = 15 and 3x = 21 using inverse operations and keep both sides balanced.
06	Solving Two-Step Equations	Solve equations that need two steps, check solutions by substitution and write equations from word problems.
07	Number Patterns and Rules	Continue and describe growing patterns, find the rule linking position and term, and graph simple patterns.
08	The Cartesian Plane	Plot and read points in all four quadrants, and plot simple linear relationships from tables of values.
09	Algebra Word Problems	Model everyday problems with equations, such as phone plans and fundraiser costs, then solve and interpret the results.
10	Term 3 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with worked examples and games, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Perimeter and Area	Find the perimeter and area of rectangles and composite shapes, including the area of a school oval or backyard.
02	Area of Triangles and Parallelograms	Develop and use area formulas for triangles and parallelograms by rearranging and comparing shapes.
03	Volume and Capacity	Calculate the volume of rectangular prisms and convert between cubic centimetres, millilitres and litres.
04	Angles and Angle Relationships	Measure and classify angles, and use angles on a straight line, at a point and vertically opposite.
05	Parallel Lines and Transversals	Identify corresponding, alternate and co-interior angles and use them to find unknown angles.
06	Triangles and Quadrilaterals	Classify triangles and quadrilaterals by their properties and use angle sums to find missing angles.
07	Statistics: Mean, Median and Mode	Calculate and compare measures of centre, and read dot plots, stem-and-leaf plots and column graphs.
08	Probability and Chance	List outcomes, describe chance with fractions, decimals and percentages, and compare experimental results with theory.
09	Maths Investigations and Year 8 Readiness	Tackle open-ended problems that bring number, algebra, measurement and data together, and preview key Year 8 skills.
10	Term 4 Revision and End-of-Year Test	Review the year, then sit an end-of-year test with feedback shared in the parent report and ideas for the break.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	Working Safely in the Lab	Learn safe practices for equipment, heat and chemicals, and how to read safety symbols and follow instructions.
02	Using Scientific Equipment	Use measuring cylinders, thermometers, balances and magnifiers accurately, and read scales with care.
03	Fair Tests and Variables	Identify independent, dependent and controlled variables, and plan a fair test that gives reliable results.
04	Tables and Graphs	Record results in tables and draw clear line and column graphs with labelled axes and units.
05	Classifying Living Things	Group organisms by observable features, and learn how scientists sort life into kingdoms and smaller groups.
06	Classification Keys	Build and use dichotomous keys to identify unfamiliar organisms, using local leaves, insects or shells as examples.
07	Vertebrates and Invertebrates	Compare vertebrate groups and invertebrates, and explain the features that place an animal in each group.
08	Australian Native Species	Classify native animals and plants such as kangaroos, echidnas and eucalypts, and discuss why many are found only in Australia.
09	Reporting an Investigation	Write up an experiment with an aim, method, results and conclusion, and suggest ways to improve it.
10	Term 1 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with hands-on questions, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	What Is an Ecosystem?	Describe the living and non-living parts of an ecosystem, and how they depend on each other.
02	Food Chains and Food Webs	Draw food chains and webs, and trace how energy flows from the Sun through producers and consumers.
03	Producers, Consumers and Decomposers	Explain the roles of each group, including how decomposers return nutrients to the soil.
04	Interactions Between Organisms	Compare predation, competition and symbiosis, using examples such as clownfish and anemones on the Great Barrier Reef.
05	Australian Ecosystems	Study the bush, desert, rainforest and coastal ecosystems, and the adaptations of the species that live there.
06	Introduced Species and Human Impact	Investigate how cane toads, rabbits and land clearing have changed Australian ecosystems and what can be done.
07	Bushfires and Recovery	Explore how native plants and animals recover after fire, and how First Nations cultural burning cares for Country.
08	Protecting Biodiversity	Discuss how conservation, national parks and community action help protect threatened species.
09	Ecosystem Investigation	Plan and run a fieldwork-style study of a local park or schoolyard, then record and present the findings.
10	Term 2 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with hands-on questions, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	The Particle Model of Matter	Use the particle model to describe how particles are arranged and move in solids, liquids and gases.
02	States of Matter and Changes of State	Explain melting, freezing, evaporation and condensation using energy and particle movement.
03	Pure Substances and Mixtures	Tell pure substances from mixtures, and sort everyday materials into heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures.
04	Solutions and Solubility	Describe solutes, solvents and solutions, and test how temperature and stirring affect dissolving.
05	Filtering and Sieving	Separate mixtures such as sand and water using sieves, filters and magnets, and explain why each method works.
06	Evaporation and Distillation	Separate dissolved solids and liquids using evaporation and distillation, and connect them to salt harvesting and clean water.
07	Chromatography	Separate the coloured parts of inks and dyes using paper chromatography and interpret the results.
08	Water Treatment in Australia	Follow the steps that make water safe to drink, and explore how Australia manages scarce water supplies.
09	Physical and Chemical Changes	Compare changes that can be reversed with those that form new substances, using clear signs of a chemical change.
10	Term 3 Revision and Mock Test	Review the term with hands-on questions, then sit a short mock test with feedback shared in the parent report.

No.	Topic	What We Cover
01	The Sun, Earth and Moon System	Model the relative positions and movements of the Sun, Earth and Moon, and describe how they interact.
02	Day, Night and Seasons	Explain day and night from Earth's rotation, and seasons from its tilt and orbit, including seasons in the Southern Hemisphere.
03	Moon Phases and Eclipses	Sequence the phases of the Moon and explain solar and lunar eclipses using models.
04	Tides and Earth's Resources	Link the Moon to tides, and compare renewable and non-renewable resources such as solar, wind, coal and water.
05	Contact and Non-Contact Forces	Identify forces that need touch, such as friction, and forces that act at a distance, such as gravity and magnetism.
06	Balanced and Unbalanced Forces	Draw force diagrams and explain how balanced and unbalanced forces change the motion of objects.
07	Gravity and Friction	Investigate how mass, surfaces and slopes affect motion, such as a trolley rolling down a ramp.
08	Science Investigation Project	Design and carry out a full investigation, from question and hypothesis to results, conclusion and evaluation.
09	Science in Action	Apply the year's ideas to real Australian examples, from ecosystems and water to the Sun and forces.
10	Term 4 Revision and End-of-Year Test	Review the year, then sit an end-of-year test with feedback shared in the parent report and ideas for the break.

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Warm-up (5 min)

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Core Teaching (25 min)

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Guided Practice (15 min)

Your child works through tasks with the tutor close by to help

Independent Practice (10 min)

Your child completes the in-class quiz on their own

Wrap-up (5 min)

A short summary, two take-home quizzes and a preview of the next lesson

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