K - Yr 6 Learning
New K-2 Syllabus
Since 2020 the NSW Curriculum Reform has been shaping a new K-2 Syllabus. This year, our K-2 teachers have been implementing the new English and Mathematics Syllabus. The new curriculum gives students more time to focus on key concepts so they can acquire a deeper understanding of essential knowledge and skills. It ensures students develop strong foundations for learning as they prepare for life and work in a complex and fast-changing world.
The new syllabuses emphasise key concepts, identify essential knowledge and skills and include new outcomes to clearly show what is essential. To reflect the outcomes of the new English and Mathematics syllabuses, the language of the Semester 1 reports will change. Please see the tables below which compare the outcomes and language of the old and new syllabuses. If you have a child in Kindergarten, Year 1 or Year 2, these are the new areas that will be part of the Semester 1 report.
| English: Old Language | English: New Language |
|---|---|
Speaking and Listening Writing and Representing Reading and Viewing | Oral language and communication Vocabulary Phonological awareness (ES1) Print conventions (ES1) Phonic knowledge Reading fluency Reading comprehension Creating written texts Spelling Handwriting Understanding and responding to literature |
| Mathematics: Old Language | Mathematics: New Language |
|---|---|
Working Mathematically Number and Algebra Measurement and Geometry Statistics and Probability | Representing whole numbers Combining and separating quantities Forming groups Geometric Measure 2D spatial structure 3D spatial structure Non-spatial measure Data Chance |
ICAS Test
This year our Year 4, 5 and 6 students will have the opportunity to sit the ICAS Exams. ICAS is the largest independent competition and assessment program for schools in Australia. Each student receives an individual report as well as a certificate of acknowledgment for participation. These certificates make valuable additions to student portfolios. The exams are held on the following topics: Digital Technologies, Mathematics, English, Writing, Spelling and Science. The sitting dates for these are in August.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ARE NOT COMPULSORY AND YOU MAY WISH TO DO AS MANY AS YOU WISH OR NONE AT ALL. EXAMS WILL BE ONLINE AND CONDUCTED IN EXAM CONDITIONS AT SCHOOL.
If you are interested in having your child participate in ICAS, please contact Judi Hansen in the school office by 21st June so we can organise the parent payment system.
Contacting Your Child's Teacher
Teachers welcome contact from parents, if you need to talk with staff please either contact the class teacher by phoning the school – 67724441 or email the school on smaadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au