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

“Let’s Talk About the HSC”

The ultimate podcast for students and parents navigating the journey of the HSC. Presented by HSC CoWorks, each episode dives into the challenges and triumphs of the HSC experience, offering expert advice, study tips, and insights into achieving academic success.

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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Get ready to unlock the secret to achieving Band 6 in English! The next HSC CoWorks Podcast episode reveals Coach Anthony’s powerful strategy that worked not only during the HSC but also as he now studies Law at USYD.

Stay tuned for insights that could change your study game forever.

#HSCtips #EnglishHack #PodcastTeaser #StudySmart #hsccoworks

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Get ready to unlock the secret to achieving Band 6 in English! The next HSC CoWorks Podcast episode reveals Coach Anthony’s powerful strategy that worked not only during the HSC but also as he now studies Law at USYD.
Stay tuned for insights that could change your study game forever.
#HSCtips #EnglishHack #PodcastTeaser #StudySmart #hsccoworks

The students who feel calm, confident, and in control during the HSC usually have these 3 things in common:
✅ Strong systems and behaviours
✅ Clear routines
✅ Proactive organisational habits

Here are 10 study habits that will genuinely make a difference and the best part?!? These habits don’t need to start in Year 12. The earlier students build these systems, the more automatic they become when senior school pressure increases.

Small habits → better consistency → stronger results → improved confidence

#hsccoworks #StudyTips #Year12 #StudyMotivation #HSC2026

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The students who feel calm, confident, and in control during the HSC usually have these 3 things in common:
✅ Strong systems and behaviours
✅ Clear routines
✅ Proactive organisational habits
Here are 10 study habits that will genuinely make a difference and the best part?!? These habits don’t need to start in Year 12. The earlier students build these systems, the more automatic they become when senior school pressure increases.
Small habits → better consistency → stronger results → improved confidence
#hsccoworks #StudyTips #Year12 #StudyMotivation #HSC2026

Focused. Motivated. In the zone. 🔥

Our Balgowlah students putting in the work, supporting each other, and building momentum one session at a time.

The consistency, energy and attitude in this space is what makes the difference 🔥

Big goals start with small daily actions ✅

#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hsccoworksbalgowlah #motivation

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Focused. Motivated. In the zone. 🔥
Our Balgowlah students putting in the work, supporting each other, and building momentum one session at a time.
The consistency, energy and attitude in this space is what makes the difference 🔥
Big goals start with small daily actions ✅
#hsccoworks #hsc2026 #hsccoworksbalgowlah #motivation

Need some added motivation to prepare for your next school assessments and HSC Trial Exams!?!

Finish Term 2 strong knowing you gave it your best shot.. and if that isn’t reward enough how about our Points Challenge Prize available to EVERY CoWorks student who hits 2,000 points on the portal with exam training tasks from June 1st - June 30th.
🔥 A ‘No Regrets’ squishy for those study sessions.
🔥 A Blessed Bowls voucher thanks to our friends at @blessed.bowls
🔥 Chance to win 1 of 5 Westfield vouchers!

You won’t always feel like putting in the work, but trust us .. your future self will thank you for the commitment and focus you put in now 💪

#hsccoworks #hscmotivation #letsdothis

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Need some added motivation to prepare for your next school assessments and HSC Trial Exams!?!
Finish Term 2 strong knowing you gave it your best shot.. and if that isn’t reward enough how about our Points Challenge Prize available to EVERY CoWorks student who hits 2,000 points on the portal with exam training tasks from June 1st - June 30th.
🔥 A ‘No Regrets’ squishy for those study sessions.
🔥 A Blessed Bowls voucher thanks to our friends at @blessed.bowls
🔥 Chance to win 1 of 5 Westfield vouchers!
You won’t always feel like putting in the work, but trust us .. your future self will thank you for the commitment and focus you put in now 💪
#hsccoworks #hscmotivation #letsdothis

What a night 🙌

Our Uni Night in Bondi Junction was an absolute hit! Students had the chance to hear directly from our CoWorks coaches about their university journeys, what they study, how they got there, what university is really like, and the lessons they wish they knew earlier.

From ATAR pathways and degree choices to balancing uni life, work, and everything in between, the conversations were honest, insightful, and incredibly valuable.

A huge thank you to all of our coaches for sharing their experiences so openly and to every student who came along, asked questions, and got involved 🔥

Events like this remind us how powerful it is to learn from people who have recently walked the same path 💙

#HSC #UniversityPathways #StudentSuccess #HSCCoWorks StudyTips ATAR FutureFocused Year12 UniversityLife

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