Year 4 Holiday Course
Year 4 courses offer students an exciting phase of their educational journey, focusing on academic development through engaging and diverse subjects. These courses encourage exploration, skill-building, and personal growth while nurturing curiosity and critical thinking for a successful educational experience.
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Spring Holiday Course
Year 4 Reading Strategies Course
Turn reading into an exciting adventure this holiday!
Our Reading Strategies course is packed with fun, hands-on activities that make every page come alive. Students will sharpen their comprehension skills in both fiction and non-fiction, learn to uncover key ideas, and read between the lines with confidence. They’ll also master the art of understanding unfamiliar words through context clues, while building a richer, more powerful vocabulary. By the end of the course, students won’t just read—they’ll think, connect, and truly enjoy every story they encounter.
Who: Year 4 students in 2025
Date: 29 September – 3 October 2025 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 12:30pm – 3:35pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent, Strathfield)
Here’s what you’ll gain during Spring Reading Strategies:
Spring Holiday Course
Year 4 Thinking Skills for Selective Course
Turn your child’s spring break into a thinking adventure! Our Thinking Skills Advanced class equips students with powerful tools to conquer challenges and excel. This program is perfect for students who want to develop essential skills to analyse problems, think creatively, and learn techniques to approach complex situations with a strategic mindset. This course builds a foundation for success in selective school exam thinking skills component.
Who: Year 4 students in 2025
Date: 29 September – 3 October 2025 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 12:30pm – 3:35pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent, Strathfield)
Here’s what you’ll gain during Spring Thinking Skills for Selective :
Spring Holiday Course
Year 4 Writing Course
Our Spring Holiday Writing Course is designed to ignite your creativity and refine your craft. It aims to support students’ development of technical and creative writing skills for the preparation of the upcoming exam like NAPLAN and selective school placement tests.
This writing course will focus on main types of writing to help students understand a specific writing style and its conventions.
Who: Year 4 students in 2025
Date: 29 September – 3 October 2025 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 8:45am – 11:50am
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent, Strathfield)
Here’s what you’ll gain during Spring Writing :
Build a strong foundation in grammar, punctuation, and style.
Find your unique writing style and express yourself confidently.
Experiment with fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and more.
Connect with fellow writers and share your passion.
Spring Holiday Course
Year 4 EMT Course
Our specially designed Spring Holiday EMT course offers focused learning to help students solidify their understanding of key concepts.
By investing in this holiday program, students can not only excel in the upcoming term but also establish a strong foundation for the selective high school placement test.
Who: Year 4 students in 2025
Date: 7 – 10 October 2025 (Tuesday – Friday)
Time: 8:45am – 2:45pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent, Strathfield)
We look forward to working with your child and helping them unleash their potential!
Year 4 Spring Holiday Course Fee
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Summer Holiday Course
Year 4 EMT Course
During the English lessons, students will learn the most
efficient ways in organising writing structure and examine variety of texts along with the comprehension questions. Maths lessons will focus on mathematical theories, principles, and formulas to solve problems. They will practise a variety of challenging thinking skills questions in problem solving and critical thinking skills. Please check out the course schedule below.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 5– 9 January 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 8:45 am – 2:45 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office
Summer Holiday Course
Year 4 OC Trial Test Course
The Summer OC Trial Test Course (OCTTC) will be available during the 2nd week of the summer holiday course period. By enrolling in the summer OCTTC, students will gain access to simulated exam questions presented in a format that resembles the actual exam. This opportunity will enable them to sharpen their time management abilities, reduce mistakes, conquer test anxiety, and perform to their fullest potential in the actual exam.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 12 – 16 January 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office
Here’s what you’ll gain during Summer OC Trial Test Course :
Summer Holiday Course
Year 4 Writing Course
Get ready to ignite your imagination and sharpen your writing skills this summer! Our Summer Writing Spark course is designed to give you a head start on your NAPLAN and Selective Exam preparations. Students will participate in fun and creative writing exercises to spark their imagination. They will receive tailored feedback on their writing to help them improve and gain confidence to tackle any writing challenge.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 12 – 16 January 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 8:45 am – 11:50 am
Location: Strathfield Head Office
Here’s what you’ll gain during Summer Writing :
Summer Holiday Course
Year 4 Thinking Skills for OC
Give your child the competitive edge they need for the thinking skills component in the OC exam with this intensive summer holiday thinking skills course. The course is designed to help your child develop and refine their problem-solving and critical thinking skills. These essential skills are crucial for success in the 2026 OC placement tests.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 19 – 23 January 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 8:45 am – 11:50 am
Location: Strathfield Head Office
Here’s what you’ll gain during Summer Thinking Skills for OC :
Learn to approach challenges with confidence, using effective problem-solving strategies to tackle complex challenges in various subjects.
Analyse information, evaluate evidence, and draw reasoned conclusions, fostering a growth mindset for academic excellence.
Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the thinking skills component of OC placement tests.
Summer Holiday Course
Year 4 Reading Strategies Course
This engaging holiday reading course will equip students with powerful tools to extract key information, draw insightful conclusions, and dive deeper into the world of literature.
What Students Will Learn:
✓ Strengthen comprehension skills by identifying key information and analysing various texts.
✓ Develop the ability to draw insightful conclusions from both fiction and non-fiction passages.
✓ Learn strategies to infer word meanings from context and build a strong academic vocabulary.
✓ Gain essential skills to tackle the reading component of the OC exam with confidence.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 19 – 23 January 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 12:30 pm – 3:35 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office
If your child is struggling with the reading section of the OC exam and wish to improve reading comprehension skills, this course is right for your child!
Year 4 Summer Holiday Course Fee
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Autumn Holiday Course
Year 4 Intensive OC Trial Test Course
The Year 4 OC Trial Test Course (OCTTC) will run throughout the autumn school holidays, providing the final round of intensive preparation before the 2026 OC Placement Test.
Over nine focused days, students will sit a series of full‑length practice exams and receive targeted guidance to refine their skills. They’ll tackle realistic, exam‑style questions across all subject areas, building the confidence and precision needed to approach every question effectively.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 7 – 10 April & 13 – 17 April 2026 (9 days)
Time: 9:10 am – 12:20 pm & 1:00 pm – 4:10 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent, Strathfield)
Autumn Holiday Course
Year 4 Thinking Skills for OC Course
Unlock your child’s potential with our Autumn Holiday Thinking Skills Course!
The course is designed to help your child develop and refine their problem-solving and critical thinking skills. These essential skills are crucial for success in the 2026 OC placement test.
✓ Develop essential thinking skills: Learn to approach challenges with confidence, using effective problem-solving strategies to tackle complex challenges in various subjects.
✓ Sharpen critical thinking: Analyse information, evaluate evidence, and draw reasoned conclusions, fostering a growth mindset for academic excellence.
✓ OC exam preparation: Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the thinking skills component of OC exam.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 13 – 17 April 2026 (Monday – Friday, 5 days)
Time: 8:45 am – 11:50 am
Location: Strathfield Centre (Level 1, 8 Lyons Street, Strathfield)
Don’t miss the opportunity to give your child the competitive edge they need for the thinking skills component in the 2026 OC placement tests.
Year 4 Autumn Holiday Course Fee
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Winter Holiday Course
Year 4 EMT Course
Start Strong. Build Smart. Prepare for Selective Success.
A strong start to the term is critical — especially for Year 4 students preparing for the Selective High School Placement Test. Our Winter Holiday EMT Course is strategically designed to help students consolidate key skills, boost their confidence, and set the foundation for long-term academic achievement.
Why This Course?
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Targeted Holiday Learning: Make your break count with structured lessons that reinforce EMT core concepts.
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Get Selective Ready: Begin early preparation for the selective school test with skills-focused instruction.
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Confidence to Excel: Improve academic fluency and reduce learning gaps before Term 3 begins.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 6 – 10 July 2026 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 2:45 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent)
Here’s what you’ll gain during Winter EMT Course :
: Strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and written expression through advanced texts and questions.
: Deepen understanding of problem-solving strategies and critical numeracy concepts.
: Build the reasoning and logic required for success in selective entry exams.
Winter Holiday Course
Year 4 Reading Strategies Course
Supercharge Your Reading Skills: Master Any Text with Confidence!
Transform your reading skills this holiday with our intensive Reading Strategies Course. Through interactive lessons, students will learn to master active reading techniques, analyze diverse texts (from fiction to academic writing), and sharpens their critical thinking. Don’t just read—gain the ultimate strategies to conquer complex literature and build a foundation for lifelong academic success!
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 13 – 17 July 2026 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 12:30 pm – 3:35 pm
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent)
Dissect diverse text structures and uncover hidden themes.
Effortlessly extract key information and infer deep meanings.
Decode advanced words in context to boost expression.
Engage in thought-provoking discussions that sharpen your mind.
Winter Holiday Course
Year 4 Thinking Skills for Selective
Think Sharper. Solve Faster. Prepare Smarter.
Turn your child’s winter break into a springboard for success with our Thinking Skills for Selective course — a powerful, skills-based program designed specifically for Year 4 students preparing for the Selective High School Placement Test.
This course strengthens students’ problem-solving and reasoning abilities, helping them confidently tackle unfamiliar and complex questions across all sections of the exam.
Why Thinking Skills Matter
The Thinking Skills section makes up a significant portion of the Selective Test — and it’s often the hardest to prepare for. This course helps students build the habits of mind needed to tackle unfamiliar problems with confidence.
Who: Year 4 students in 2026
Date: 13 – 17 July 2026 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 11:50 am
Location: Strathfield Head Office (5 The Crescent)
What You’ll Learn :
Year 4 Winter Holiday Course Fee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cyberschool?
The online educational platform, Cyberschool (www.cyberschool.com.au), is tailored for Pre-Uni New College primary students enrolled in foundation courses. This resource serves as a means for students to obtain supplementary assistance with their homework and review their prior classroom materials. The lessons are delivered by experienced and skilled teachers who have collaborated to design engaging, activity-oriented sessions for your child’s enjoyment. Access to the Cyberschool website is entirely complimentary for students currently enrolled at Pre-Uni New College.
What is S.O.Q?
S.O.Q (Special Online Quiz) comprises a set of review questions strategically created to motivate our students to revisit fundamental principles covered in earlier modules. Cyberschool offers four online quizzes during weeks 2, 4, 6, and 8 of the course. This is only available for students enrolled in a foundation course.
Will students see their teachers during online lessons?
Since teachers possess authority over their live online sessions, they will activate their cameras and be clearly visible to students throughout the virtual class. Additionally, teachers will have access to the screen-sharing feature, enabling students to observe content presented by the teacher during the sessions.
Since classes are online, is it possible to join other online classes outside a student’s scheduled class?
Due to a restricted capacity for each class, it is necessary for students to participate in their assigned session.
How do teachers ensure that kids are focused whilst learning?
Educators utilise various methods to captivate students and guarantee their focus during online video lessons. For instance, numerous video classes incorporate interactive learning exercises that prompt students to tackle questions in real time. Nevertheless, it’s vital to acknowledge that the Cyberschool video lessons are designed for self-directed learning. As a result, parental support and guidance are essential.
I’m not able to travel to the branch (or live outside NSW), is there an option of remote learning?
We provide remote or online alternatives based on the specific requirements of our students. Our regular foundation courses are conducted through live online sessions using platforms like Zoom, while our Cyber Course is accessible through our Cyberschool platform.
My child is enrolled in WEMT. What is the recommended online learning routine my child should follow?
Throughout the week, students are anticipated to finalise all the questions within the modules. If they feel the need for additional module clarification, they can utilise the Cyberschool video lessons to revisit module concepts and questions.
