English sample K-6 scope and sequences
Examples of how schools can organise a K-6 English scope and sequence and the elements that could be included.
Introduction
The sample scope and sequence documents for Stage 2 and Stage 3 incorporate advice from NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and include the following elements:
- the scope of learning in relation to the syllabus outcomes to be addressed
- the sequence of learning in relation to the syllabus outcomes to be addressed
- duration of the learning
- syllabus outcomes addressed (these are commonly represented by outcome codes)
- relevant information for particular learning areas or particular school requirements.
Each document is a sample that schools may adapt to meet the needs of their students and local context.
Examples of how schools can organise a K-6 English scope and sequence and the elements that could be included.
Approach 1 – Term based learning overview
Features
- stage of learning term (duration)
- odd and even years
- syllabus outcomes
- focus (English textual concepts)
- learning overview
- suggested integration with other learning areas
Most suitable for schools with one or more classes per stage level.
Examples of how schools can organise a K-6 English scope and sequence and the elements that could be included.
Approach 2 – term based questions and content
Features
- stage of learning
- term (duration)
- odd and even years
- syllabus outcomes
- focus questions - links are provided to explore the department's videos and information about the English textual concepts content - based on the English textual concepts
- texts – schools have the opportunity to select from a range of texts which highlight the English textual concepts. Schools have the flexibility to select their own texts using the Suggested texts for the English K-10 Syllabus and following the guidelines of the Content and text requirements (NESA)
- opportunities for integration with learning across the curriculum
- supporting materials
Most suitable for schools with one or more classes per stage level.