HSC COWORKS CHATSWOOD
27 years of experience SUPPORTING YEAR 11 & 12 Students TO CONQUER THEIR HSC!
hsc coworks chatswood
We liken the challenge of the HSC to climbing a mountain – Mount HSC©.
With this in mind, the goal of a student’s HSC year is to become an accomplished mountain climber because let’s face it, life is just a series of mountains (or challenges) and if a student can develop the skills needed to overcome challenges now, they will be in a much better position for life after school has finished.
Conquering Mount HSC© is never going to be easy and with so many possible distractions for teenagers these days (Tik Tok, Netflix, Instagram, gaming and phones in general to name a few..) it has never been harder for them to stay motivated and focused on the task at hand.
Over the past 27 years we have helped 1000s of students turn their HSC goals into their HSC reality. We would love to do the same for your child.
HSC CoWorks Members will:
Receive one-on-one subject coaching
Confidently prepare for assessment tasks & exams
Follow proven systems for essay writing
Make weekly structured progress towards HSC goals
Access experienced HSC markers
Receive weekly progress reports
chatswood location
HSC CoWorks Chatswood is conveniently located in the heart of Chatswood, affixed to the Westfield building opposite Chatswood Library and just 5 minutes from The Interchange.
The large open plan space 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.
Level 1, 6 Spring Street, Chatswood
THE PROGRAM AT CHATSWOOD
1-2 weekLY COACHING SESSIONS
Our team of trained Coaches in Chatswood will support you to make weekly progress across your HSC journey.
- Personalised support across your subjects in your weekly sessions.
- 15+ subjects covered.
- Planning for upcoming assessments.
- Exam training.
- Essay writing systems.
- Ongoing motivation and accountability.
- Attend 1 or 2 sessions per week.
additional 1-ON-1 SUBJECT SUPPORT as needed
With our on-demand HSC support, conquering your HSC goals has never been easier!
Train for your HSC, on your own schedule, by accessing additional support from home (on zoom), outside of your weekly coaching sessions in Chatswood.
- Book up to 8 x targeted private 20 minute sessions per month in your subject of choice.
- Drop in support available every Monday and Thursday 6-8pm.
ACCESS TO EXPERIENCED HSC MARKERS
Receive fast and comprehensive feedback from experienced HSC markers within 72 hrs!
- Submit practice Essays, draft Assessments, Essay Plans, Depth Studies, Maths assessments, Short Answer Questions and Major Works.
- Access 1000’s of practice questions in over 15 different subjects. Train for the exam room with feedback from experienced markers.
ACCOUNTABILITY & PERFORMANCE TRACKING
We support students to plan and stay organised, both during their CoWorks Sessions and whilst studying alone at home.
- Data driven coaching = personalised support.
- Weekly planning sessions
- Track performance and engagement with Leaderboards, Streaks, Achievement Badges, and monthly prizes.
- Weekly parent reporting outlining your child’s overall effort and progress across their different subjects.
SUBJECTS SUPPORTED
MEET THE TEAM
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THE SIX KEY BEHAVIOURS FOR HSC SUCCESS
The HSC CoWorks program is about so much more than subject specific support.
We work with students across Year 11 and 12 to develop six Student Key Behaviours which will allow them to overcome every HSC challenge which comes their way. These Key Behaviours cover motivation, organisation, consistency of effort, leaving the comfort zone, being resilient and taking responsibility.
As we always say at HSC CoWorks, “If the Key Behaviours are in place, everything else will take care of itself”.
You will note that these key behaviours are not specific to the HSC and your child’s adoption of these will ensure that they are better prepared to conquer the mountains of life after school has finished (Mount Uni, Mount Career, Mount Life).
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).
Through regular planning and getting proactive around being prepared for what lies ahead students will take appropriate action well ahead of time. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail!
Students ‘training’ consistently, will be much more prepared for the exam room. Completing ‘notes’ & ‘homework’ does not qualify as ‘training’ as there is very little struggle involved.
Without struggle, there is no progress! If you are completing the same easy tasks over and over, you will not get any better at a given subject, in the same way that if you keep doing the same exercises at the gym without increasing the weight or reps, you won’t get any stronger or fitter.
No one likes to leave their comfort zone, but it’s the only way to improve.
It is inevitable that you will encounter obstacles over year 11 and 12 and have at least one result which you’re upset about. The most important thing to remember is that one mark won’t change your ATAR – it is the response to the setback that is most important.
Displaying grit will allow you to use setbacks as a chance to learn and grow.
There is only one person who can make your HSC vision into a HSC reality and that is of course you!
The students who achieve the best results take initiative and responsibility for achieving their goals by applying all of the key behaviours, rather than relying on others to get them over the line and making excuses when it doesn’t happen.
what our customers are saying
HSC CoWorks is closed from December 15 - January 15, but the study doesn’t stop here! 😌🌟
Check out the link in our bio for our Summer 2023/24 Study Guide, which contains information about how to maximise your holiday break and get prepared for Term 1, 2024! 🤓📝🏔️
The HSC CoWorks team wishes you all a happy and safe Christmas and New Year! 🎄🎅
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People always say to enjoy Year 12… but how can you when you have your ATAR to worry about? 🤕🤕
It’s SUPER important to have a work-life balance in Year 12, so here are our top tips to maintain this and ensure you ACTUALLY enjoy Year 12 🏔️🧘🌟📝
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Doing your first HSC assessments can be a scary, overwhelming and stressful experience 🤕
…but it doesn’t have to be! Here are some reminders to keep in mind as you complete your assessments and begin getting your marks back 🧘🏔️🌄
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Time management is a super common issue faced by most students during Year 12, and not having a solid study schedule can really impede on your marks 🤕🤕
But don’t stress! We have some great tips to ensure you organise your time effectively 🥳📝⏰ Swipe to read!
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Unsure how to start your next English assessment? 🤔🤕 Check out our Essay-Building Template (also known as the ✨EBT✨)
The EBT is a guaranteed method to make an adaptable essay plan which can be modified to different essay questions! Start making yours on the HSC CoWorks portal today! 🤓📝
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Not sure whether to stay on 10 or 12 units? Check out our tips on dropping subjects! 🤓
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Still not convinced the HSC CoWorks process works? 🤔 Perhaps a few more of our 2023 HSC students and parents can convince you! 🌟🌟🌟
We’re also currently running FREE 7-Day Trials at our Bondi Junction, Chatswood and Virtual campuses so you can test out the program for yourself! 🤓🤓 Check out the link in our bio!
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Major Works can be a key part of student’s HSC journey, and often make up a huge chunk of their final marks! 🤓
Here are our top tips for students beginning their major works! 🎭🎨🖼️🪵🥼
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7-Day FREE Trials are now open for our Bondi Junction, Chatswood and Virtual campuses! 🌟🌟🌟
Check out the link in our bio to register today!
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A lot of HSC students will be beginning their first ever assessment tasks for HSC English very soon! 🤓🙌
Here are our hot tips to findings and picking a related text!
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Introducing some of our WONDERFUL Bondi Junction coaches!! 🥳🥳🥳
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There’s a reason why so many students and parents come to us each year! 🌟🌟🌟
Swipe to view some testimonies from our HSC 2023 parents and students! 🙌🥇
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FREE HSC STUDY TOOLKIT
All HSC CoWorks students receive their own Study Toolkit in the post with tools and resources to support their HSC campaign including;
- 50 page Planning Pad
- 50 page Mindmap Pad
- Vision Board and Essay Building Template
- Stationary and more.
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.
