Over the past few weeks, our K-6 teachers have dedicated collaborative planning time to unpack the 2022 NSW 3-6 English and Mathematics curriculum. This significant curriculum reform, the largest in three decades, has had our teachers working hard to determine best practices in order to support our children at St Pius X. 

The outcomes and content outlined for Stages 2 and 3 within the NSW English and Mathematics K–10 syllabus (2022) prioritise essential knowledge, understanding, and skills, building upon the foundations developed in K–2.

FOCUS ON ENGLISH

During our staff discussions, two key areas were explored within the English Syllabus: Oral Language and Fluency. The key takeaways are being further unpacked to develop practical and engaging units of work that effectively meet the diverse needs of learners at St Pius X.

ORAL LANGUAGE

The Oral Language component within the 2022 NSW English 3-6 syllabus emphasises the critical development of spoken language skills in children. This component acknowledges the fundamental role that oral language plays in communication, comprehension, and overall literacy. It seeks to develop children’s abilities to articulate thoughts, actively engage in dialogue, comprehend information effectively, and present ideas with clarity and confidence. 

FLUENCY

Developing fluency in reading and writing is an essential component in the NSW English 3-6 syllabus as it allows students to engage with texts more effortlessly and express their ideas more clearly. This component aims to equip students with the skills needed to read with ease and write coherently, enhancing their overall literacy and communication abilities in English.

Our teachers are excited about the possibilities that the new curriculum brings for our students and are eager to further develop their proficiency in working with the syllabus throughout 2024. In the weeks to come and beyond, they will dedicate time to collaborate with the Mathematics syllabus.