Quicksmart

As we prepare for Term 2, we are excited to welcome our new yr 7 students to the QuickSmart Literacy Program! This is the 7th year John Fawkner College has been running this successful intervention program. This evidence-based program is designed to help students who need extra support in reading, comprehension, and confidence-building.

Who is QuickSmart for?

QuickSmart is designed for students who:✔️ Need extra support in reading fluency and comprehension✔️ Struggle with processing speed and recalling information✔️ Lack confidence in their literacy skills✔️ Would benefit from small-group, structured learning sessions

Selected students will participate in three 30-minute sessions per week, working in pairs with a trained QuickSmart Literacy instructor  to improve their reading skills

How Are Students Selected?

Teachers will identify students who would benefit from QuickSmart based on:

• PAT Reading Assessment results
• Teacher observations
• Classroom performance

Parent & Teacher Involvement

Parents and teachers play a key role in supporting student progress. We encourage parents to:📖 Read with their child at home🗣️ Engage in conversations about books and stories🎯 Encourage participation in QuickSmart activities

What’s Next?

✅ Students have been selected and assessed ✅ Parents will be notified by (27/03/25)✅ Term 2 sessions begin (22/4/25)

Questions?

If you have any questions or believe your child would benefit from QuickSmart, please contact Ms. Kylie Brickhill, instructor  Kylie.Brickhill@education.vic.gov.au or phone the school directly.

Let’s make Term 2 a fantastic learning experience! 

The QuickSmart Literacy Team