How many students are in each tutoring class?

Golden Pencil keeps classes to a maximum of 6 students to ensure each child receives personalised attention.

Where is Golden Pencil Education Centre located?

We are located at 360 Manningham Road, Doncaster VIC 3108, Melbourne.

Do you offer NAPLAN and Scholarship exam preparation?

Yes, we offer intensive coaching for NAPLAN (Years 3, 5, 7 & 9) and Scholarship exams including ACER and EduTest for selective entry schools.

Do you support neurodiverse students?

Yes, we offer specialised 1-on-1 support for students with ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.

When are the September school holiday workshops held?

Our September 2026 spring holiday program runs from Monday 21st September to Wednesday 30th September. Sessions are held in two time slots each day: 1:00 PM – 2:45 PM and 3:00 PM – 4:45 PM, with an additional Maths Olympiad session at 4:00 PM on select days.

How much do holiday tutoring sessions cost?

Individual holiday workshop sessions are $75 for Year 1–5 students and $85 for Year 5–9 students. You can book as many or as few sessions as you like — there is no minimum commitment. Multi-session discounts are available when booking 3 or more sessions.

What year levels are the holiday programs suitable for?

Our holiday workshops are designed for students from Year 1 to Year 10. Workshops are tiered by year level so your child learns alongside peers at the same stage, with content tailored to their specific learning needs — whether they need consolidation or extension.

Where are the holiday programs held?

All holiday workshops are held at our education centre at 360 Manningham Road, Doncaster VIC 3108. We are easily accessible from Doncaster, Templestowe, Box Hill, Bulleen, Balwyn, Ringwood and surrounding Melbourne suburbs.

Can my child attend just one or two sessions?

Yes. Unlike full-week holiday programs, our workshops are fully flexible — you pick and choose individual sessions that suit your child's needs and your family's schedule. Book one session to target a specific gap, or multiple sessions across different topics for a comprehensive holiday learning boost.

Do you offer NAPLAN and Scholarship preparation during the holidays?

Yes. We run dedicated NAPLAN Numeracy, NAPLAN Literacy, Scholarship Mathematics and Scholarship English workshops during the holiday program. These are ideal for students sitting NAPLAN in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9, or preparing for selective school scholarship and entrance exams such as ACER and EduTest.

September School Holiday Program

September School Holiday Program in Doncaster, Melbourne

The September holidays are the last chance to catch up in 2026 and improve the end-of-year school report. If your child did not get the results they deserved during the year, it is not too late! Use this school holiday to catch up. And if your child plans to sit an important test like NAPLAN or a scholarship exam next year, you can start ahead to take the pressure off and build confidence.

Mon 21 Sep – Wed 30 Sep

1:00 PM – 4:45 PM

Doncaster, Melbourne

Already a Golden Pencil family? Your child is automatically included in our holiday program — just choose your session time in the parent portal.

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What We Cover

School Holiday Workshops for Every Year Level

Our September school holiday program covers the core Maths and English topics your child needs to master, plus dedicated exam preparation streams for NAPLAN, Scholarship and Olympiad.

Maths holiday tutoring topics for primary and secondary students in Doncaster

Mathematics

Addition & Subtraction
Multiplication & Division
Algebra Revision
Measurement, Area, Perimeter & Volume
Pythagoras
Rate & Ratio
Fractions & Percentages
Statistics & Probability
Geometry

English

Sentence Foundations & Punctuation
Descriptive Vocabulary & Grammar
Sentence Flow & Conjunctions
Advanced Writing & Clause Structure
Descriptive Writing Basics
Figurative Language Craft
Enriching Your Writing
Reading & Comprehension Skills
+ Spelling Rules

Exam Preparation

NAPLAN Numeracy
NAPLAN Literacy
Scholarship Mathematics
Scholarship English
Maths Olympiad
Maths Olympiad
ICAS Preparation
AMC Preparation
For NAPLAN (Years 3, 5, 7, 9) & selective school scholarship exams

Why Choose Us

Voted one of the best school holiday programs in Melbourne's eastern suburbs — here's why parents choose Golden Pencil.

Max 6 Students

Small group workshops ensure every child gets individual attention from our expert tutors.

Targeted Topics

Each workshop covers a specific skill area, so your child gets exactly the help they need.

Flexible Booking

Pick and choose individual sessions — no full-week commitment required. Book what suits you.

Expert Tutors

Led by qualified educators with neuroscience-based teaching methods and 20+ years experience.

How It Works

Booking Your Holiday Program in 3 Easy Steps

Select Your Year Level

Choose your child's year level to see the workshops tailored to their stage — from Year 1 to Year 10.

Pick Your Sessions

Browse the workshop schedule and select the topics and dates that suit your child's needs and your family's schedule.

Confirm & Pay

Complete your booking online with secure payment. You'll receive a confirmation email with all the session details.

Frequently Asked Questions

School Holiday Program FAQs

We offer small-group holiday tutoring workshops in Mathematics, English, NAPLAN preparation, Scholarship exam preparation, and Maths Olympiad training. Each workshop is 1 hour 45 minutes and covers a specific topic tailored to your child's year level, from Year 1 through to Year 10.

Holiday Tutoring in Doncaster, Melbourne

Located at 360 Manningham Road, Doncaster VIC 3108. We welcome families from Doncaster, Templestowe, Box Hill, Bulleen, Balwyn, Ringwood, Mitcham, Warrandyte and across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

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