Build the practical, everyday mathematical skills needed for a wide range of careers and further study. Our Preliminary Standard course focuses on real-world applications, building your confidence in financial mathematics, measurement, and data analysis.
Updated for the new NESA syllabus
Mathematics Standard 11–12 (2024)
— first HSC examination 2027
Networks moves down into Year 11, while probability and trigonometry move up into Year 12.
From 12 October, our
Year 10 Maths
class spends Term 4 building the foundations for this course, so you start Term 1 ready.
Save
20%
when you enrol early and pay yearly, plus up to
15% more for multiple subjects (up to 4+ subjects). Early enrolment closes
30 September 2026.
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Our Preliminary Mathematics Standard course is designed to be practical, relevant, and engaging.
We connect mathematical concepts to real-life scenarios, from budgeting and loans to interpreting statistics in the media.
Our focus is on building strong numeracy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that are directly applicable to your life after school, while preparing you thoroughly for the HSC Standard 2 exam. 📊
We cover every Year 11 focus area of the 2024 Mathematics Standard syllabus, so you're ready for Year 12:
Algebra (Formulas and equations, Linear relationships)
Measurement (Applications of measurement, Time and location)
Networks (Networks, paths and trees)
Statistics (Data analysis)
Students should have completed the Year 10 Mathematics 5.1 or 5.2 pathway.
Maths Standard provides the essential quantitative skills for a huge range of university, TAFE, and career pathways, including Business, Nursing, Allied Health, Construction Management, Education, and the trades
Success in the Preliminary year is crucial for building confidence and fluency for the HSC. This course establishes the fundamental skills and knowledge that are expanded upon in Year 12.
By mastering these core concepts early, you set yourself up for a stronger performance in your final exams.
Mathematics Standard 2 is designed for a very broad cohort of students. As a result, its scaling is typically below the average.
This means a raw HSC mark is often adjusted downwards. For example, a raw mark of 85 has historically scaled to the mid-70s.
However, it's crucial to remember that a strong mark in Standard 2 is far better than a poor mark in a higher-level course.
For students who need a 2-unit maths course for their ATAR or as a prerequisite, excelling in Standard 2 is the best strategy.
Course Features
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Flexible timetabling
Multiple class times with freedom to reschedule.
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Lesson Recordings
Replay classes anytime to revise or catch up.
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Personalised Maths Std help
Small-group tutorials for Intuition questions or school help.
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School specific extra classes
Studying a different topic at school? We’ve got you covered.
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Homework marking and extra questions
Targeted exercises covering fundamentals and exam-style questions.
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In-person or live online classes
Learn at our Epping campus or join interactive online lessons.
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Intu AI
Access to Ask and Quiz generation through our custom AI tools
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Assignment Feedback & Homework Analytics
Guidance on reports, practicals, depth studies, plus personalised exam feedback.
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Community & Study Space
A supportive environment with dedicated study spaces where students thrive.
Intuition's 3-Step Cycle
Our proven 3-step cycle not only helps student's build confidence but provides them an effective framework that ensures students don’t just learn - they master.
Every week, students attend class led by expert teachers who break down the NESA syllabus with clarity and
structure. They teach not just lecture.
Practice
After the weekly class, students complete structured homework that builds from fundamentals to high-level
exam-style questions. This ensures that what’s learned in class is actively applied and retained.
Consolidate
True progress happens when students revisit, reflect on, and correct their mistakes. Our consolidation step
ensures they don’t just move on — they master what they’ve learned.
Structured week-by-week topic schedules aligned to the NSW NESA syllabus. We teach each concept 3–4 weeks ahead of school, giving you the time to master theory, complete weekly practice, and prepare for school exams.
Build the foundations first.
From 12 October 2026, our
Year 10 Maths
class spends Term 4 on the key preparation topics for this course — so you start
Term 1 with the groundwork already in place.
A whole team for your student: expert teachers for weekly classes, dedicated tutors for extra help, marker feedback on homework and exams, and 24/7 Intu AI.
Core
WeeklyWeekly Course
Weekly Course Platinum
Flexible Timetables
Able to move classes and hybrid learning options
Able to move classes and hybrid learning options
Unlimited marking
Marking and re-marking by Intuition of all homework and exams.
Marking and re-marking by Intuition of all homework and exams.
Practice Exams
In-situ exams in our Exam Room.
In-situ exams in our Exam Room.
School-specific help
Extra classes and tutorials for help with school work (supplemented with one-on-ones)
Extra classes and tutorials for help with school work (supplemented with one-on-ones)
Study Planning
Support in building study habits
Support in building study habits
Progress Monitoring
Progress Consultations
Book a meeting with our Teaching and Learning Team
Book a meeting with our Teaching and Learning Team
Study Area
Access to our study area and supervised study sessions
Access to our study area and supervised study sessions
Extra Questions
Access to our supply of extra questions (and marking support for extra questions)
Access to our supply of extra questions (and marking support for extra questions)
Classes
WeeklyWeekly Course
Weekly Course Platinum
Classes
9 x 2 hours Classes per term
9 x 2 hours Classes per term
Recordings
Access to video recordings
Access to video recordings
Tutorials
WeeklyWeekly Course
Weekly Course Platinum
Permanent scheduled tutorials
10 x 1 hour tutorials per term
Extra tutorials
2 extra tutorials per term
Unlimited extra tutorials
Intu AI
WeeklyWeekly Course
Weekly Course Platinum
Access to Ask
Access our Ask Intu-AI for Maths Std
Access our Ask Intu-AI for ALL subjects
Access to Quiz
Access our Quiz Generation for Maths Std
Access our Quiz Generation for ALL subjects
Want something different?
Explore flexible add-ons or get in touch for a custom plan.
5 Tute Booster
Add 5 extra tutorials to your Weekly Course enrolment. A great way to get extra support without needing to move into Platinum
+ $150
Need something else?
We can tailor online-only options or provide custom support to fit your needs.
Enrol early and pay yearly and you save
20%
on 2027 fees. Our discounts stack, and every
extra subject adds another
5%
— up to 4+ subjects (max 35% discount).
Early enrolment closes 30 September 2026
Worked example · Preliminary Maths Standard
How many subjects are you enrolling in?
$1,050
per term
−
10%
Enrol early
−
10%
Pay yearly
−
0%
Extra subjects
=
$840
per term
That's $210 saved every term
— before any multiple-subject discount.
Brings your equivalent rate down to approx.
$34/hr (all-inclusive).
Total discount applied:
20%
· add a subject at any point in the year and the extra 5% applies from then on.
Enrol Early
Lock in a 10% discount
on all 2027 fees when you enrol by
30 September 2026.
Our biggest single discount — it applies to every term of the year.
Pay Year Upfront
Receive a 10% discount when you pay
for the full year in advance.
Multiple Subjects
Every subject after the first adds
5%
off all of that student's fees — up to 4+ subjects (15% max multi-subject discount).
1 subject
0%
2 subjects
5%
3 subjects
10%
4+ subjects
15%
Stacks with early enrolment and pay-yearly discounts above for up to 35% off.
Referral Bonus
Refer a friend and you’ll both receive a
$100 credit towards your enrolments.
*Conditions apply. Credits are applied after successful enrolment. Referral credits are applied on top of the percentage discounts above.
2026 Class & Tutorial Times
Times and teachers are subject to change.
Tuesday
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Weekdays
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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4:30pm - 5:30pm
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5:30pm - 6:30pm
Weekdays
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Weekends
9:30am - 10:30am
Weekends
10:30am - 11:30am
Weekends
11:30am - 12:30pm
Weekends
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Weekends
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Weekends
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Weekends
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Weekends
5:30pm - 6:30pm
More Information & FAQs
Our courses require a meaningful commitment, so enrolment includes a personalised face-to-face or online meeting.
The meeting ensures that the student and parent or carer understand the course, its costs, the commitment required and how to make the most of the experience. It is also an opportunity to answer questions and address any concerns. Contact us to get started.
Several tutoring colleges offer a similar service but there are none that do it quite like Intuition. We don't skip steps or take shortcuts; we do what is in the best interest of our students and we always recognise that each student is an individual with individual needs. While we provide a structured, three-step learning cycle for our core course content, we also flexibly offer multiple course options so that students can find the right individual fit.
We also don’t just see ourselves as tutors; we see ourselves as developing the young leaders of tomorrow and our vibrant and energetic staff drive us daily on this path. Many of our staff members have completed an Intuition course themselves and are shining examples of our proven systems.
Fees and inclusions depend on the course and option you choose. Each course page lists the current term and yearly prices alongside the features included in Weekly and Platinum options. Optional preparation terms, holiday courses and add-ons are priced separately where applicable.
Our discounts stack off the published term price: 10% for enrolling before the early-enrolment deadline, a further 10% for paying the year upfront, and another 5% for every subject after the first — with no cap. So two subjects enrolled early and paid yearly is 25% off, three is 30%, four is 35%, and so on.
In the NSW syllabus, Mathematics Extension courses build on Mathematics Advanced. At Intuition, an Extension enrolment covers the Advanced content and the relevant Extension content together, so you do not need a separate Intuition Mathematics Advanced enrolment.
For example, a Mathematics Extension 1 class teaches both the Advanced and Extension 1 content needed for that course. If you are unsure which class matches your school subjects, contact us and we will confirm the correct enrolment.
Schoolwork always takes priority, but students who study at Intuition are better equipped to tackle their schoolwork and prepare for exams. Our programs are structured to ensure syllabus requirements are covered, reinforcing core concepts and improving study efficiency while also providing extension opportunities.
We also flexibly offer multiple course options so that students can find the right individual fit.
Our materials methodically cover the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) syllabus, providing both sound theoretical grounding and extensive practical exposure.
Our resource team ensures that all our materials are regularly annotated and updated in line with the latest curriculum changes.
More questions or want to enrol?
Get in touch to secure your spot. Before you enrol, we can organise a quick meeting to help you make the most of
your enrolment.