Developing the skill of essay writing

Mar 2, 2021

Fergus Gardiner, Founder of HSC CoWorks + an English and Modern History Teacher, outlines the secret to writing a strong HSC Essay in this video and also highlights WHY essay writing is a critical skill for students to develop at school and take with them into the next stage of their life.

How can students write a strong HSC Essay?

Eat the Frog – watch the video below to find out more 🙂
Have a Strategy and Plan for your essay – Students need a process to follow and at HSC CoWorks this is the Essay Building Template, an essay plan which deals with HSC outcomes and gives students the structure to write their essay
Click here to view our Texts and Human Experiences Essay Building Template.

Why is the skill of essay writing important?

Understanding and using language effectively is a critical skill which is needed beyond a student’s school years.
Developing the skill of essay writing at school gives students the capacity to write and express their ideas.
Writing is an understated behaviour and has been challenged in the “digital” world which our children have all become accustomed to. Our mission is to engage students in reflective thinking and improve their ability to communicate with other people.

Watch the video below to find out more!

HSC CoWorks provides HSC support for students across our Mosman, Bondi Junction, Chatswood, and Dee Why locations. We are also able to provide support to students across NSW virtually!

Our Navigating the HSC series provides parents and students with the knowledge they need to navigate their way through the HSC.

TOOLS

LITERARY TECHNIQUES

TEXTS AND HUMAN EXPERIENCE

Module C - The Craft of Writing

PDF of our planning pad for download

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PDF of our Mind Map pad for download

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Whether you’re preparing for exams, managing stress, or looking for ways to stay motivated, this podcast is your go-to guide for all things HSC. Join us as we chat with educators, students, and professionals to help you thrive during this important academic milestone!

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FINAL PLACES remaining for our July Pre-Trials Study Bootcamp 📚

Our Bootcamp ensures students use the holidays productively with structured, focused study and exam-style preparation.

✔ Exam-style tasks under timed conditions
✔ Daily English preparation
✔ Support across subjects
✔ Accountability, structure & minimal distractions

** 6–10 July 2026 (10am–2pm) **

Link to Book: in Bio

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FINAL PLACES remaining for our July Pre-Trials Study Bootcamp 📚
Our Bootcamp ensures students use the holidays productively with structured, focused study and exam-style preparation.
✔ Exam-style tasks under timed conditions
✔ Daily English preparation
✔ Support across subjects
✔ Accountability, structure & minimal distractions
** 6–10 July 2026 (10am–2pm) **
Link to Book: in Bio

We’re growing our coaching team at HSC CoWorks!

If you’re passionate about helping young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

This is more than tutoring. It’s walking side by side with students as they climb their own Mount HSC, building confidence, resilience, habits, and belief in themselves along the way.

The right coach can change the trajectory of a student’s life.

If you’re energetic, caring, driven, and want to make a genuine difference, reach out to us. We’re looking for people who want to inspire, challenge and support students through one of the biggest years of their lives.

📩 Send us a PM message or apply via link in bio

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We’re growing our coaching team at HSC CoWorks!
If you’re passionate about helping young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
This is more than tutoring. It’s walking side by side with students as they climb their own Mount HSC, building confidence, resilience, habits, and belief in themselves along the way.
The right coach can change the trajectory of a student’s life.
If you’re energetic, caring, driven, and want to make a genuine difference, reach out to us. We’re looking for people who want to inspire, challenge and support students through one of the biggest years of their lives.
📩 Send us a PM message or apply via link in bio

FINAL PLACES available at the CoWorks Uni Night this Thursday 6:30-8pm in Bondi Junction!

Hear from the coaches on their different degrees, uni life, exchanges and more!

Must register attendance here: https://bit.ly/uni-night

We hope to see you there!

#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hscgoals

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FINAL PLACES available at the CoWorks Uni Night this Thursday 6:30-8pm in Bondi Junction!
Hear from the coaches on their different degrees, uni life, exchanges and more!
Must register attendance here: https://bit.ly/uni-night
We hope to see you there!
#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hscgoals

Phones buzzing. Notifications popping. One quick look turns into a 20 minute scroll.

That’s why there are no phones at CoWorks 🙅‍♀️🙅‍♂️ Just focused work, zero distractions, and the kind of concentration that actually gets things done ✨

In a world designed to steal attention, CoWorks is a space to take it back.

#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hscmotivation #hscstudyskills

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Phones buzzing. Notifications popping. One quick look turns into a 20 minute scroll.
That’s why there are no phones at CoWorks 🙅‍♀️🙅‍♂️ Just focused work, zero distractions, and the kind of concentration that actually gets things done ✨
In a world designed to steal attention, CoWorks is a space to take it back.
#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hscmotivation #hscstudyskills

Staying consistent with HSC study is one of the biggest challenges Year 12 students face. The good news? Building a routine that works is completely achievable when you have the right system in place.

HSC CoWorks helps students develop accountability habits that carry them through assessments and exams with confidence.

These articles walk you through a practical, step-by-step approach to creating study consistency and organisation so that you can remain in control of your HSC year!

#hscstudytips #hscstudy #studytips #hsc2026 #hsccoworks

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Staying consistent with HSC study is one of the biggest challenges Year 12 students face. The good news? Building a routine that works is completely achievable when you have the right system in place.
HSC CoWorks helps students develop accountability habits that carry them through assessments and exams with confidence.
These articles walk you through a practical, step-by-step approach to creating study consistency and organisation so that you can remain in control of your HSC year!
#hscstudytips #hscstudy #studytips #hsc2026 #hsccoworks