SACE EAL Tutoring in Adelaide
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is the SACE English subject for students whose first language isn't English. Students apply to their school to be eligible. EAL focuses on academic English: reading and listening for detail, writing reports and essays, and speaking in discussions. The hardest parts are usually the listening section of the exam and writing a clear, organised argument under time pressure.
For $80 per hour, we tutor Stage 1 and Stage 2 EAL one-on-one, at your home, a local library or online. It's part of our SACE tutoring.
What We Cover:
Stage 1:
Year 11 EAL
Stage 1 EAL is marked by the school through responding to texts, an interactive study built around an interview or a discussion, and a language study. Students build vocabulary, practise listening and note-taking, and write and speak in academic and everyday settings. A C or better in 20 credits meets the SACE literacy requirement.
Stage 2:
Year 12 EAL
The academic literacy study is a short research investigation, presented as a written report of up to 1,500 words and an oral interaction such as a tutorial. Responses to texts are three or four responses, at least one to a literary text: a theme or issue, a creative response, and an analysis of a persuasive text. The usual sticking points are academic vocabulary, paraphrasing sources and organising a long response.
Assessment:
And Exam Prep
The academic literacy study is 30% and responses to texts are 40%. The external exam is 30%: 160 minutes in two sections. Section 1 tests comprehension of spoken and visual texts, and the Part A recording is played twice. Section 2 is an extended written response, such as an essay or report, drawing on several related texts. We practise listening and note-taking with real lectures and podcasts, and timed responses from Term 3.
How EAL Sessions Work
Every student starts with a conversation and a short piece of writing, so the tutor can see where English is holding them back: vocabulary, grammar, listening or organising ideas. Sessions then follow the school program. We work on the texts and tasks the student is actually doing, with explicit teaching of academic language and plenty of speaking practice.
The student drafts independently, and we give feedback against the performance standards the school uses. You get an update after every session.
Who Teaches EAL
EAL is taught by one of our high-achieving tutors, every one interviewed, reference-checked, and holding a current WWCC and National Police Check. Tutors are matched by year level and by what the student needs most, whether that's listening, academic writing or speaking. You can meet them in a free, no-obligation online meeting before the first lesson. Every tutor works within our framework for teaching quality and communication.
Our founder, Bren Casipit, completed Year 12 English Literary Studies to an A+ standard at Glenunga International High School. For other year levels, see English tutoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my child eligible for EAL?
Eligibility is decided through your school, using the SACE Board's guidelines. Ask the school's SACE coordinator. We tutor students in EAL and in mainstream English, so we can help either way.
Can tutoring help with the listening section?
Yes. We practise with real lectures, interviews and podcasts, building note-taking and answering from the recording, which is where many students lose the most marks.
Can you help with the academic literacy study?
Yes: narrowing the question, finding and paraphrasing sources, structuring the report and rehearsing the oral, within your school's rules. The work stays the student's own.
Does EAL meet the SACE literacy requirement?
Yes. A C or better in 20 credits of Stage 1 EAL, or a C– or better in Stage 2 EAL, meets it.
Any questions? Ready to book?
Contact us directly or complete the enquiry form, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your child’s learning needs, goals and suitable tutoring options.
