Born from a real need
InspirationEd began in 2005 with a simple observation: the HSC places real pressure on students and families, and most people need more practical support than schools alone can provide.
About InspirationEd
InspirationEd, formerly HSC in the Holidays, exists to make high-quality education support more practical, more human and more effective for the people who need it most.
What drives us
Every child deserves access to the highest quality education help, support and encouragement.
We work to make that support clearer, more accessible and more inspiring for students, families and school communities.
Our Story
InspirationEd, formerly HSC in the Holidays, was born out of a need to help students and parents through the HSC. In 2005, without knowing exactly what kind of company we would eventually become, we knew one thing for sure: high-stakes testing is stressful, and students and parents need help.
As parents, teachers and HSC markers, we also knew it takes a village to help students reach their full potential. So we started by delivering lectures that helped students discover proven strategies for exam success. Parents and teachers welcomed the support, and students directly benefited. It was a simple but powerful idea that took off because it delivered real results.
Today, we deliver these lectures through a network of more than 70 senior teachers and examiners in partnership with Australia's leading universities. Nothing makes us prouder than helping thousands of students achieve the ATAR scores they want and deserve.
In 2020, following the release of a new suite of online learning tools and resources, we renamed our company from HSC in the Holidays to InspirationEd. The new name reflects not only expanded programs and resources, but also how we want students to feel when they engage with us: inspired to do greater things than they may have thought possible.
In every educational experience we deliver, we work hard to shine a light on individual potential, a growth mindset and resilience. We continue to serve students and schools with the same commitment we started with: making sure every child has access to excellent education help, support and opportunity.
What We Were Built On
InspirationEd began in 2005 with a simple observation: the HSC places real pressure on students and families, and most people need more practical support than schools alone can provide.
As parents, teachers and HSC markers, we understood both the emotional pressure and the academic demands. We knew strong results come from guidance, clarity and confidence, not just harder study.
What started as exam lectures quickly grew because students benefited, parents welcomed the support, and schools saw the value of structured, high-quality preparation.
How We Evolved
2005
We started by delivering focused lectures designed to help students approach high-stakes exams with clearer strategy, stronger technique and more confidence.
Growth
The idea resonated because it worked. Students gained practical exam insight, parents felt more supported, and our programs expanded through word of mouth and strong results.
2020
After launching a broader suite of online learning tools and resources, we renamed the company from HSC in the Holidays to InspirationEd to reflect both our growth and the mindset we want to cultivate in students.
Today
We now deliver lectures and programs through a network of more than 70 senior teachers and examiners in partnership with leading Australian universities.
Our Commitment
Our mission is not just to improve marks. It is to make sure students feel supported, capable and well-guided at one of the most demanding points of their school journey.
Deliver practical, high-quality academic support that students and families can trust.
Partner with schools and organisations to extend access to excellent education support.
Create learning experiences that build confidence, resilience and a growth mindset.
Keep raising the standard of what exam preparation and student support should look like.
Who We Serve
We help students build exam literacy, confidence and stronger study habits through expert-led programs, resources and learning tools designed for real HSC outcomes.
We give families clarity during a stressful period, with trustworthy support from experienced educators who understand both the pressure students face and the standards they are working towards.
We work alongside schools, universities and education organisations to deliver high-quality academic experiences that broaden access to meaningful support.
Expert preparation from the people who mark the papers. Trusted by 100,000+ students since 2005.
View Programs & Book NowQuestions? Call us on 1300 677 336 or email info@inspired.edu.au