Subject description

This program covers reading comprehension and written expression of a variety of text types, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary development. Success in secondary school is strongly connected to competence in these areas.

Advanced Programs (years 3 to 6)

  • Extension level for English - Comprehension, grammar and parts of speech.
  • Extension level for Mathematics - Key topics and problem solving.
  • General Ability - Problem solving and vocabulary.
  • Writing - Narrative, recounts, etc.

NoteS

  • Free introductory assessment in literacy and numeracy
  • Some classes have a mixture of students and years. Each child works on their individual program at their level. Students develop skills and proceed to harder exercises.
  • Homework given to all students aims to consolidate and help develop mastery of the content given in class.
  • No computers are used-- Students write their responses.
  • Reading Freedom - Phonics based Award winning reading program
  • Open Foundation Mathematics - Weekly workshops, 2 hour classes. Non calculator and calculator skills. All topics covered.