Services

Group Tutoring

Students work in small groups to focus on developing critical skills required by their subject's syllabus at each stage of learning. Each class meets for an hour per week and undertakes a carefully and selectively planned program of learning focused on meeting the collective and individual needs of that group. Students are encouraged to work collaboratively, critically and creatively; learning to share the joy of discussion and engaging with their peers as well as developing the confidence to discuss and question their own ideas. Students in our senior groups have seen a wide range of excellent results across the state for the HSC and in rankings for school assessments. Each group is led by an experienced teacher, overseen by Dr. Bricknell.

 

Current groups include Extension, Standard and Advanced HSC English, Advanced and Standard HSC Mathematics, HSC Chemistry, and HSC Physics, as well as English and Mathematics groups for years 7-10.

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Individual Tutoring 

​For students needing extra support, individual tutoring is available, with a dedicated team of high-achieving, experienced tutors available to work with students aged from Kindergarten to Year 12. The Crossroads Education individual tutoring programs focus on developing core skills through a personal and relatable one-on-one approach, assisting the student in whichever ways they need. These programs cover a wide range of primary and secondary school subjects, from English and other humanities-based subjects to Maths and Science. Dr. Bricknell and Dr. Kennedy also offer individual tutoring to university students to develop their academic writing skills, as well as offer support in using library catalogues, online journal databases, and programs such as EndNote.

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​​Homework Coaches

Homework Coaches work with primary students and Secondary Stage 4 (Year 7-8) students supporting them with homework and reading activities. Homework Coaches are high school students who have demonstrated strong learning and communication skills. Homework Coaches are available four afternoons per week. On Friday afternoons, coaches hold a games afternoon, developing communication, numeracy and literacy skills through activities and board games.

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Online Learning

Crossroads Education offers a range of online learning options via video conferencing tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams if students are unable to be present face to face. Crossroads' dedicated team of educators include senior tutors who work remotely and conduct their tutoring via Microsoft Teams and Zoom. These tutors offer support in a range of subject areas, including English, Maths, Science, and Study Skills.

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Selective School Test Preparation

Crossroads Education offers two different programs to support students in preparing for Selective School Testing. The year long program begins in May of Year 5 and concludes the week prior to the testing. Students develop skills in all four components of the test, using evidence-backed metacognitive strategies to enhance their approach to various questions. Crossroads also offers a short 8-hour course in the January school holidays, which introduces students to the expectations of the test and the skills needed to optimise their examination skills. This assessment is very different to other forms of testing and results are fully contingent on the determination and application of the student. However, Crossroads' past students have had a high success rate in both acceptance to their nominated school as well as improved school-based results. Each group is planned and led by Dr. Bricknell.