HSC COACHING
BALGOWLAH
For 30 years, HSC CoWorks has partnered with families across Sydney to support students finish their HSC with no regrets
ADDRESS
398 Sydney Road, Balgowlah
YEAR GROUPS
Years 9, 10, 11, 12
SESSIONS AVAILABLE
Weekday & Weekend
PHONE
0483 980 820
BALGOWLAH LOCATION
Ground Floor, 398 Sydney Road Balgowlah
HSC CoWorks is conveniently located on Sydney Road close to Balgowlah Village Shopping Centre and the bus stops.
Within this brand new building, we are located privately towards the back, facing north. We have a large open plan space which provides students with their own workspace and whiteboard for brainstorming, planning and exam training. The HSC CoWorks team will work with your child 1-on-1, but in a collaborative and energised environment.
The closest parking is on street and in the Balgowlah Village Shopping Centre.
Session times
at Balgowlah
Year 11 and 12 sessions run year-round including school holidays. Year 9 and 10 sessions run during school term only.
Monday to Thursday
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
THE BALGOWLAH PROGRAM
HSC CoWorks takes a broad approach, combining weekly coaching, NESA marker feedback, subject teacher support and structured exam training into one inter-connected system. Rather than covering content in isolation, CoWorks builds the habits, skills and confidence students need to perform consistently across every subject.
Weekly 1-on-1 coaching
Weekly sessions with coaching across all subjects, as well as support with your study skills, organisation, long-term motivation and mindset.
Weekly Motivation Check-in
Every single week, Jesse Gardiner, our Head Performance Coach and motivation guru hosts a motivation session for students to check-in on goals, strategy and what’s getting in the way.
PRIVATE 1:1 SESSIONS
Private sessions with experienced teachers, many of whom have headed up their department, marked HSC exams for NESA, or worked as judge markers.
marked work within 72 hrs
Essays and practice questions marked by experienced HSC markers. Returned within 72 hours with specific, actionable feedback. Over 30,000 submissions marked for CoWorks students every single year.
Drop-In support
Unlimited Zoom drop-ins every Monday and Thursday 6:30-8:30pm to touch base with a coach on the go.
24/7 SUPPORT
Every past paper question broken down by topic with worked answers. A performance dashboard and AI flashcard training game. Plus weekly parent reports covering attendance, essays, scores and engagement.
Meet the COACHES
Georgia
NAOMIE
SESSION LEADER
SUBJECTS
Advanced English, Standard Maths, Biology, Earth and Environmental Science, Textiles and Design
NOAH
SESSION LEADER
Advanced English, Advanced Maths, Extension I Maths, Ancient History, History Extension, Modern History, Studies of Religion.
LIAM
SESSION LEADER
Bachelor of Commerce, and Advanced studies (Dayell scholars program), USYD
Advanced English, Advanced maths, Extension I Maths, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics
BRIAR
SESSION LEADER
Advanced English, Extension I English, Extension II English, Business Studies, History Extension, Legal Studies, Modern History, Textiles and Design
WHAT FAMILIES ARE SAYING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is HSC CoWorks Balgowlah located?
HSC CoWorks Balgowlah is located at 398 Sydney Road, Balgowlah NSW 2093, near the Woodland Street and Sydney Road intersection. The campus is next to Balgowlah Village Shopping Centre, which offers convenient access and parking. Multiple bus routes run along Sydney Road, making the campus easily accessible by public transport.
What session times are available at HSC CoWorks Balgowlah?
Weekday (Mon-Thu): 4:15pm – 6:15pm or 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Friday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday: 10:15am – 1:15pm
Sunday: 10:15am – 1:15pm or 1:45pm – 4:45pm
Year 9 and 10 (Sunday, term only): 8:30am – 10:00am
Year 11 and 12 sessions run year-round including school holidays, with a break for four weeks over the summer holidays.
Who are the team supporting my child in balgowlah?
Dedicated Coaches on Campus
Weekly sessions in Balgowlah are with our team of coaches who have an average ATAR of 98.00, including duxes, state rankers and all-rounders.
A real person who knows your teen’s goals, gaps and how to get the most out of them. Who has been in their place just a few years ago. Who is dedicated to walking side by side your teen as they conquer their own HSC!
Specialist Teachers on Zoom
Career teachers with decades of HSC classroom, Head of Department and HSC marking experience.
Available 7 days a week via private zoom sessions, on demand for the subject you need more help with that week.
Students can access these sessions from home or from Balgowlah in our soundproof booth.
NESA Markers Online
Every essay and practice response a student submits is returned with specific written feedback within 72 hours.
Over 30,000 submissions marked every year across all CoWorks students.
What subjects can students get help with?
Students can receive support across over 20 subjects. This includes help with understanding key concepts, preparing for assessments and exams, and receiving feedback through our marking service and specialist teachers. Support is flexible, allowing students to focus on the subjects that need the most attention at any given time.
What happens in a typical session?
Each session is structured to help students stay organised, focused and on track. Sessions are focused on building structure, consistency and effective study habits. Students work on high-impact tasks such as revision, exam preparation and assessment planning, while receiving support where needed. The goal is for students to leave each session with a clear plan and strong momentum for the week ahead.
How can my child get support outside of their balgowlah session?
In between sessions, students can continue to make progress with support from home
NESA Marking – Submit responses for detailed feedback from our NESA markers
Interactive Portal – Access to the CoWorks platform with 1000s of practice questions, performance dashboards & indicators, flashcard training, and more. We reward student effort and engagement on the portal with streaks, leaderboards and prizes. Our longest streak is 574 days! That means a student logged on to complete a practice question, a mindmap, flashcard training etc every single day for 574 days straight. That’s how addictive this platform is!
Subject Support – If something isn’t clicking, students do not need to wait until their next session. Access subject specialists from home with 1:1 support on zoom.
1. Ask a Coach: A drop-in support session every Monday & Thursday evening.
2. Zoom an Expert: Book a dedicated time any day of the week to work with an experienced Teacher or Coach in the subject of your choice.
Who is HSC CoWorks best suited for?
The program is best suited for students in Years 9 to 12 who want more structure, accountability and support across their subjects.
It is particularly effective for students who feel overwhelmed, need help staying organised, or want to improve their consistency and results leading into exams.
How do I enrol at HSC CoWorks Balgowlah?
The easiest way to get started is through our free 14-day trial. Book via our Free 14 Day Trial Registration, attend one or two sessions at Balgowlah and decide if CoWorks is the right fit.
CONTACT US
Our friendly and experienced team are ready to take any questions you might have about the HSC process and how our program can support you to conquer your HSC!
0483 980 820 | [email protected]
ENGAGE YOUR VISION
Your ‘Vision’ is the future you want to create for yourself through conquering a challenge. HSC CoWorks supports students to develop an inspiring vision of the future that they want to create through their HSC. We refer to this as their HSC Vision. From our A3 Vision Board template, to our virtual vision board to our regular check ins around what is awaiting students at the top of Mount HSC we help students stay focused on the big picture so they stay energised and motivated to keep climbing, even on the days they don’t want to.
If a student is energised and committed to achieving their goals, they will have the resolve and self discipline to work on the tasks that count (well intentioned AND effective tasks).
PLAN
Every student has the same number of hours available to them each day but it is how these hours are utilised which will determine the outcomes and results. The HSC CoWorks team is always working towards supporting students to make the most of their very limited study time.
We support students to plan ahead and break down their tasks into smaller tasks via our A4 planning pads, agenda setting at the start of each session and regular planning sessions. Students can upload their planning pad for coach feedback 7 days a week.
With solid planning and accountability, Consolidating Mountain Climbers will create more time for both a balanced life and be even more effective with their study time.
TRAIN. DAILY
For the Consolidating Mountain Climber, if they can maintain a methodical approach to all topics and attempt as many questions as possible they will be able to walk confidently into every exam.
Students can access our expert team 7 days a week throughout their HSC campaign so there is never a moment your child is not supported. From the targeted private sessions, drop-in support, quote training game and essay marking service, students on the starter package can train daily with the support and feedback of our expert team!
Our very popular ‘streaks’, ‘leaderboards’ and ‘badges’ encourage students to complete tasks on a daily basis making it easier to maintain momentum outside of assessment periods and build strong study habits.
PUSH YOUR COMFORT ZONE
Most people don’t like leaving their comfort zone, however for your child they have likely embraced the reality that this is the fastest way to improvement.
At HSC CoWorks we provide endless opportunities for students to stretch and challenge themselves so that they can find the gaps in their understanding and take action. As the consolidating mountain climber engages in these opportunities they will be supported by the marker feedback and collaborations with our expert Coaches and Teachers.
For the Consolidating Mountain Climber it’s likely your child is happy to leave their comfort zone but may need a structured approach to complete as many tasks as possible that will expand their capabilities.
GRIT
No one has achieved anything of significance in their lifetime without encountering and overcoming bucket loads of obstacles, set backs, failures and mistakes. It is these very setbacks that are shaping us to be stronger for our next attempt. Get knocked down to the ground? Get up and let’s keep climbing.
The Consolidating Mountain Climber is well on their way to understanding that mistakes and setbacks are part of the process but we can all benefit from some extra encouragement to pick ourselves up off the ground when we are telling ourselves to just stay down. Our coaches, teachers and markers will continually encourage students to try again until they get it right.
OWN IT
At HSC CoWorks we are firm believers in the student taking ownership of the HSC process.
HSC CoWorks will be climbing side by side with the student along their HSC journey, however it is the student’s responsibility to do the hard work and thinking. The opportunity to be mentored, coached and supported by those who have been through the same process before is highly valuable for the Consolidating Mountain Climber.
