In Senior Year 1 students complete the first round of HSC subjects, so it's important your child settles into a good routine that balances study commitments and life outside of school.
Time management tips
Senior students need to be self-motivated. Here are useful links that will help your child stay focussed on their studies:
- Balancing commitments offers ways for your child to keep a balance between their studies, social life and family commitments.
- Part-time employment can be fulfilling but it is important that it doesn't take priority over school commitments.
- Setting priorities and time management gives practical advice on how your child can manage their time effectively.
Preparing for the HSC
Students will complete the Preliminary and HSC courses in the course of one year. More information about the Combined Senior Curriculum can be found here.
Starting Year 11 offers advice on preparing for their senior studies and choosing subjects for the HSC.
NSW HSC online is a valuable resource for students and parents. See NSW HSC online for parents for translations in community languages.
Wellbeing
Senior Year 1 can be a challenging time for students. Your child's year adviser and other staff are available to give support or students can make an appointment to see the school counsellor.
Careers advice
Our school careers adviser can help students make educational choices, define a career direction and prepare for future study and training.
The careers advisory services website also offers help in clarifying course choices, employment opportunities, career pathways or training options. See career development for students (also in community languages).