Master the Basics
Master the necessary year 6 Number and Algebra content to start year 7 with confidence
MOVING FROM PRIMARY TO HIGH SCHOOOL IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST LEAPS YOUR CHILD WILL EVER MAKE
For years I've seen students struggle in maths. Feeling like they can't keep up because they lacked some of the critical knowledge that students need to succeed.
Master the Basics was built to fix this!
Topics covered
List of all videos with descriptions of what is inside.
Lesson 1: Prime and Composite numbers
Learn how to identify numbers that have exactly two factors and those with more than two
Lesson 2: Factors and Multiples
Explore the building blocks of numbers
Lesson 3: HCF and LCM
Learn what the HCF and LCM is and how to find them for two numbers
Lesson 4: Divisibility Rules
Quick tricks to work out whether a number is divisible by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 or 10 — without actually dividing!
Lesson 5: Square numbers and Square roots
Discover what happens when you multiply a number by itself, and how to reverse that process.
Lesson 6: Problem solving - add and subtract
Build confidence tackling worded problems that involve addition and subtraction
Lesson 7: Problem solving - multiply and divide
Develop strategies for solving real-world problems using multiplication and division
Lesson 8: Introduction to integers
Step beyond zero and explore the world of positive and negative whole numbers
Lesson 9: Integers - order and compare
Learn to place integers on a number line and use < and > to compare them
Lesson 10: Integers - add and subtract
Master adding and subtracting with negative numbers using number lines and rules
Lesson 11: Integers - multiply and divide
Understand the sign rules for multiplying and dividing positive and negative numbers
Lesson 12: Equivalent fractions
Discover how different fractions can represent exactly the same value
Lesson 13: Adding and subtracting fractions (same denominator)
Learn to add and subtract fractions when the denominators are the same
Lesson 14: Adding and subtracting fractions (different denominators)
Take the next step and add or subtract fractions by finding a common denominator
Lesson 15: Fractions of a number
Learn how to use fractions in real-world problems
Lesson 16: Comparing decimals
Learn to read and compare decimal numbers
Lesson 17: Adding and subtracting decimals
Learn how to use the column method to add and subtract decimal numbers accurately
Lesson 18: Multiplying and dividing decimals
Learn how to use a simple strategy to multiply and divide decimals
Lesson 19: Connecting fractions and decimals
Learn how fractions and decimals are related
Lesson 20: Connecting fractions and percentages
Learn how fractions and percentages are related
Lesson 21: Connecting decimals and percentages
Learn how to easily convert between decimals and percentages
Lesson 22: Connecting fractions, decimals and percentages
Bring it all together and confidently move between all three
Lesson 23: Using percentages
Apply percentages to real-life problems
Lesson 24: Patterns
Identify and extend number patterns
Lesson 25: Bridging to Year 7 Algebra
Connect number patterns and rules to algebraic thinkingÂ
How it works
The structure of the program is as follows:
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Weekly email sent out on Monday with a summary of the weekly tasks
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Video lesson or lessons released on Monday
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Quiz and worksheet for each video lesson also released on Monday
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Weekly live zoom call (1 hour) Day/time TBC) (small group of max 5 students)
Master the Basics is for:
Year 5 student who wants to extend to year 6 math content
Year 6 student struggling with fundamental Math concepts
Year 7 student feeling disengaged and overwhelmed in maths
Ready to enrol?
$599
One payment for full access to Master the Basics
*Payment plan option available - please contact Larraine
Weekly videos released every Monday
Weekly quizzes and practice worksheets
Weekly online zoom call for questions, practice and fun!Â
Next intake starts on Monday 20th of October 2026 and runs through to the end of the school year in 2026
Testimonials
What people say about us
Larraine tutored my daughter in mathematics from Grade 5 to 12. My daughter has dysgraphia, adaptable online platform suited her different learning needs. Ds to As proof online platform works
Linda B.Â
Our son has been tutored by Larraine since 2019 from Yr 9 - Yr 12. Larraine's adaptability, professionalism and expert delivery of an online service has ensured his learning experience has remained uninterrupted during challenging times. Thank-you Larraine for your unwavering support of our son.
Sharon S.
Great Tuition by Larraine, she has helped my boys with their maths and improved their marks. Going to tutoring each week is the one thing they never complain about doing which is a win win!
Michele P.
Larraine has been tutoring our daughter for several years now. Larraine knows her stuff and has excellent communication skills. The custom program tailored to Charlotte enables her to achieve her best results.
Sarah B.
