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Year 1 Courses

EMG

The Year 1 English, Mathematics and General Ability(EMG) program provides talented and dedicated students with a series of challenging modules covering English, Mathematics and General Ability. This program is designed to foster advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills through the study of intricate concepts.

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EMG Course

By attending our course, students will reinforce the foundations of their learning and get ahead of their peers.
In addition to having the advantage of getting ahead, students will be introduced with a new general ability (G.A) module to develop their general ability skills, as well as reading, conventions of language and numeracy skills for their future exams such as NAPLAN and OC placement tests.

What students will study
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ENGLISH

In English lessons, the focus will be on developing reading comprehension skills and practicing spelling, vocabulary, and language conventions. Through engaging activities, students will interact with age-appropriate texts to enhance their understanding, learn the correct spelling of common words, expand their vocabulary, and grasp basic grammar rules. These lessons aim to build a strong foundation in English, fostering a love for reading and effective communication.

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MATHEMATICS

Our Year 1 Mathematics lessons will encompass a range of topics designed to ensure students grasp fundamental mathematical theories and principles. Through interactive activities, students will develop a solid understanding of basic arithmetic, explore more complex shapes and patterns, and improve their problem-solving skills.

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GENERAL ABILITY

The lessons will enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and general knowledge through puzzles, discussions, and exploration, preparing students for success by boosting their understanding and cognitive skills.

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Face to Face Lesson

Face-to-face lessons offer a dynamic, interactive educational experience, fostering direct engagement with experienced educators and peers. These sessions encourage active participation, critical thinking, and collaborative learning, tailored to nurture each student’s curiosity and academic growth. With a focus on personalized instruction and real-time feedback, our approach enhances understanding, builds confidence.

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Up-to date Resource

Stay ahead of the curve with our up-to-date resouces. The educational landscape is ever-evolving, and so are we.
Our materials are continuously reviewed and updated to align with the latest syllabus changes and educational best practices.

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Managing Student Progress

Track growth and progress with our systematic approach to managing student development Through personalized progress management we ensure that every student receives the support they need to excel.

How our on-campus program works?

STEP 1
Lesson
In this initial stage, students attend weekly theory lessons that introduce new concepts and build foundational knowledge. Teachers use lectures, multimedia presentations, and interactive discussions to engage students and motivate them throughout the lesson. Active participation, question-asking, and note-taking are encouraged to enhance understanding of the material.
STEP 2
Compete Weekly Homework and S.O.Q
Following the lesson, students must complete their assigned homework to reinforce their learning. This includes reading assignments, problem-solving tasks, essays, or projects that apply their knowledge. Additionally, students engage with the S.O.Q (Special Online Quiz) to test their comprehension and retention of the material. Emphasis is made on the need to review and memorise new information to solidify learning.
STEP 3
Watch VOD
Students use Video On Demand (VOD) to review the material at their own pace. This enables them to revisit the lesson, clarify doubts, and address any missed content. VOD provides the flexibility to pause, rewind, and rewatch parts of the lesson, ensuring a thorough understanding of complex topics.
STEP 4
Term Progress Test
Students undertake a term test to assess their understanding of the material covered throughout the term. This comprehensive test evaluates topics taught during the term and measures students’ grasp of the subject matter. It serves as a formal assessment of learning progress and identifies areas needing improvement. In turn, it offers valuable feedback on student’s performance and achievement of key learning outcomes.
STEP 5
Review the Term Progress Test
The final step involves a detailed review of the test. Students analyse questions they answered incorrectly to understand their mistakes and refresh on the content. This review is crucial for consolidating knowledge, improving test-taking strategies, and preparing for future assessments. Teachers assist with explanations and additional practice to ensure confidence in the material prior to class commencing the following term.
Year 1 Course Structure
TERM 1
TERM 2
TERM 3
TERM 4
English
Mathematics
Novel Study
General Ability
Module 1

• Narrative: ‘The Well at the End of the World’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Fairy tale: ‘The Sausage’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Adjectives of Degree
• Word Knowledge
• Homophones
• Vocabulary
• Idioms

Module 2

• Recount: ‘The Sleepover’
– Detecting the Sequence
– Getting the Facts
– Sequencing
• Procedure: ‘How to Make a Giant’
– Detecting the Sequence
– Drawing Conclusions
– Sequencing
• Grammar: Noun, Verb Agreement and Adjectives
• Word Knowledge
• Compound Words
• Vocabulary: Synonyms
• Homophones
• Finding Words
• Idioms

Module 3

• Poem: ‘Cats!’
– Locating the Answer
– Drawing Conclusions
– Yes or No
• Poem: ‘Witches’ Spells’
– Getting the Facts
– Drawing Conclusions
– Yes or No
• Grammar: Part of Speech
• Finding Correct Words
• Cloze Passage: ‘Camping at the Beach’
• Word Knowledge
• Antonyms
• Homophones
• Vocabulary
• The Four Seasons
• Idioms

Module 4

• Explanation: ‘What is Sound?’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Main Idea
– Drawing Conclusions
• Explanation: ‘How Does a Piano Work?’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Main Idea
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Adverbs, Adjective, Using Singular or Plural Verbs, Adjective
• Word Knowledge
• Revision
• Homophones
• Vocabulary
• Idioms

Module 5

• Narrative: ‘A Crocodile in the Library (Orientation)’
– Getting the Facts
– Detecting the Sequence
– Drawing Conclusions
• Narrative: ‘Albert’s Old Shoes (Orientation)’
– Getting the Facts
– Detecting the Sequence
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Prepositions
• Punctuation
• Word Knowledge
• Compound Words
• Vocabulary
• Using Better Words

Module 6

• Narrative: ‘A Crocodile in the Library (Complication)’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Narrative: ‘Albert’s Old Shoes (Complication)’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar
: Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Pronouns and Sentences
• Word Knowledge: Suffixes
• Vocabulary: Antonyms
• Homophones
• Words that Mean
• Animal Families
• Idioms

Module 7

• Narrative: ‘A Crocodile in the Library (Resolution)’
– Getting the Facts
– Detecting Sequence
– Drawing Conclusions
• Narrative: ‘Albert’s Old Shoes (Resolution)’
– Getting the Facts
– Detecting Sequence
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Adjectives, Prepositions
– Word Knowledge: Contractions
– Punctuate these sentences
– Vocabulary
– Meanings

Module 8

• Explanation: ‘Why Does it Rain?’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Main Idea
– Drawing Conclusions
• Explanation: ‘Bike Safety’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Main Idea
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Personal Pronouns
– Use of Personal Pronouns
– Grammar: A Sentence
– Word Knowledge
– Vocabulary: Antonyms
– Homophones
– Idioms
– Proverb of the Week

Module 9

• Poem: ‘I like’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Facts
– Using Context
• Poem: ‘If Pigs Could Fly’
– Locating the Answer
– Getting the Facts
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Phrase, Prepositions
• Punctuation
• Word Knowledge
• Using Plurals
• Vocabulary
• Antonyms
• Idioms
• Proverb of the Week

Module 10

• Information Report: ‘Where Do Birds Live?’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Information Report: ‘Under the Ocean’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar
– Word Knowledge
– Using ‘AN’
– Vocabulary
– Homophones
– Idioms
– Proverb of the Week

Module 11

• Recount: ‘Chris’ Day’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Recount: ‘Brett’s Day’
– Getting the Facts
– Identifying Inferences
– Drawing Conclusions
• Grammar: Verbs, More Verbs
– Word Knowledge
– Homophones
– Vocabulary
– Silent Letters
– Idioms
– Proverb of the Week

Pre-Uni New College EMG Courses: More Than Just a Class –
A Total Learning Solution

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Video Lessons (Weekly)

Every question in the main textbook is explained audibly in the video lessons. Click ‘Video Lesson’ menu at the top navigation bar and watch the lessons to review recent modules and reinforce concepts. Please note that each video lesson is available for the next three (3) weeks from Saturday.

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S.O.Q (Fortnightly)

The S.O.Q (Special Online Quiz) is a series of quiz to measure students’ understanding of the previous modules in English, maths and thinking skills. Go to S.O.Q under ‘My Test’ menu at the top navigation bar. Four (4) quizzes open in Week 2, 4, 6 and 8 of the term. Each subject contains 10 questions. It will be available until the end of the term.

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Vocabulary Test (Weekly)

Cyberschool offers a weekly vocabulary test throughout the term to help students strengthen their language skills. These tests assess and reinforce understanding of new vocabulary, allowing students to track progress, identify improvement areas, and expand their word knowledge effectively. Regular participation supports continuous vocabulary development and enhances overall communication skills.

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Term Progress Test (Week 7)

Students take the Term Progress Test during Week 7 of the term to check their learning progress before the end-of-term assessment. English, Maths, and General Ability tests are taken in class. The Writing test is completed online at home through the student’s account. To take the Writing test, click the ‘My Test’ menu on the navigation bar and go to the ‘Online Test’ page. Parents will receive the Term Progress Test report showing their child’s scores and rank, along with information about their levels of achievement across specific competencies.

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Term Progress Test Review (1st week of holiday)

Students can revise the maths and general ability term test questions they answered incorrectly during the first week of the next school holiday period. Students are encouraged to revise all questions it provides and build up a solid foundation before their next term’s studies. The menu will appear under ‘Test Review’ menu of the navigation bar.

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My Result (during the term)

All your test results including term tests and weekly tests are available to check from the My result page under ‘My Page’ menu during the course period. Click on your scores to access the detailed test reports. Click on the correct answer to review the question.

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G.A for Scholarship Test (during the term)

The ‘GA Practice for Scholarship Test’ menu is designed for students who want to build a solid foundation for general ability skills, especially for the preparation of the AAS, ACER or Edutest private school scholarship tests. You can access it from ‘My Test’ menu at the navigation bar. The course covers both verbal and non-verbal reasoning skills, and each section is categorised into a comprehensive number of question types. By taking this course, students can study of almost all possible question types and complete a variety of practical, challenging and mind-stimulating questions. Students currently taking our regular term course in NSW can take this course for free until the next term begins.

Terms and Conditions

The Extra Service is subject to change at any time without notice. Services may vary depending on the normal term or holiday course, and they are only available during designated periods. Please note that conditions apply.

Our Flexible Learning Method Cyber Course Standard Course
Online On Campus
Live via Zoom Face to Face
Lesson

Lessons are delivered by highly experienced instructors who excel in articulating concepts with clarity and precision, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Classroom
VOD Lesson

Each week’s VOD Lesson are uploaded on Saturday and available for the next three weeks. If you missing the lesson you can watch the lesson.

Material

Our materials are continuously reviewed and updated to align with the latest syllabus changes and educational best practices.

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Online Homework

Weekly homework marking and recording service that provides an opportunity for students to consolidate their learning and address their learning needs.

Quiz

Special Online Quizzes are available.

Module Answer

Weekly module answers are uploaded on Saturday and are available until the end of term.

Term Progress Test

All students are required to complete their term progress test during Week 7.

In Class
Term Progress Test Review

Through term progress tests, review and reflect on the content learned over the term.

My Result

Seamless tracking of student progress throughout their learning journey.

Term Year 1 Timetable

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

EMG
4:30pm – 8:00pm

Sat

EMG
9:00am – 12:30pm

EMG
1:00pm – 4:30pm

Sun

* EMG : English, Mathematics and General Ability
* NO Parking: Please note that we do not provide parking for parents on our campus, including the Strathfield Head Office, McDonald College, Homebush Boys High School and Strathfield Centre (8 Lyons St. Strathfield).

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

EMG
4:30pm – 8:00pm

Sat

EMG
9:00am – 12:30pm

EMG
1:00pm – 4:30pm

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

EMG
4:30pm – 8:00pm

Sat

EMG
9:00am – 12:30pm

EMG
1:00pm – 4:30pm

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

EMG
4:30pm – 8:00pm

Sat

EMG
9:00am – 12:30pm

EMG
1:00pm – 4:30pm

Sun

Term 4 Academic Key Dates for Year 1

Year 1 EMG Course Pricing

Year 1
EMG Course
Face-to-face learning with teachers in class & access all Cyberschool services.
$
75
Select start day
Total weeks:
Material fee:
$
900
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Early Bird Price
Early Bird Discount prices are valid for full-term payments by Monday, 5 pm, 28 September 2026.
Full Term Discount prices are valid for full-term payments by Friday, 5 pm, 16 October 2026.
Sibling Discounts are available until Monday, 5pm, 28 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cyberschool?

Cyberschool (www.cyberschool.com.au) is an online educational platform that provides tailored learning for Pre-Uni students enrolled in our foundation courses. This platform is a source of supplementary resources, providing students with assistance with homework and in-class tasks. Students enrolled at Pre-Uni New College receive complimentary access to engaging, activity-oriented lessons designed by skilled and experienced teachers.

Will students see their teachers during online lessons?

Students should be able to see their teacher during the live online session. In addition to ensuring students maintain their cameras during class, teachers also have access to screen-sharing features, enabling students to observe content presented by teachers in real time.

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 maintain student engagement during online video lessons. This includes incorporating interactive learning exercises that prompt students to tackle questions in real time. It is important to note that parental support is essential when students engage in self-directed learning.

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.

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