Other English K–6 resources
Additional subject-specific resources to support implementation of the English K–10 syllabus.
Spelling instructional sequences
These sequences will support the teaching of spelling in the English K–10 Syllabus for Years 3–6.
- English 3–6 – Stage 2 Spelling instructional sequence (PDF 504.9 KB)
- English 3–6 – Stage 3 Spelling instructional sequence (PDF 813.3KB)
- English 3–6 – Multi-age Spelling instructional sequence (available late Term 4, 2023)
The sample instructional sequences for Stage 2, Stage 3 and multi-age provide a suggested sequence to support the planning of explicit, systematic and cumulative spelling lessons for students in Years 3–6. They represent one way to plan for student learning. Schools are strongly encouraged to make changes to meet the learning needs of all students.
The instructional sequences include:
- an evidence-based instructional approach to spelling incorporating the explicit teaching of the phonological, orthographic and morphological features of words
- spelling content from the English K–10 Syllabus introduced in line with the English 3–6 scope and sequences
- sample words for inquiry that integrate the 3 word forms
- content structured using a distributed learning model
- supporting information that provides advice related to the phonological, orthographic and morphological components.
- instructions for use
- glossary of key spelling terminology.
Research base
The evidence base for this resource is:
English K-10 syllabus bibliography
Alignment to system priorities and, or needs
These resources clearly and explicitly align to:
- Advice on scope and sequences
- K–6 curriculum requirements
- Curriculum planning and programming assessing and reporting to parents K–12 policy
- Registration process for monitoring the government schooling system
Alignment to School Excellence Framework
These resources support the School Excellence Framework by incorporating the following domains and themes.
Learning domain
- Curriculum: Curriculum provision, Teaching and learning programs
- Assessment: Whole school monitoring of student learning
- Student performance measures: NAPLAN
Teaching domain
- Effective classroom practice: Lesson planning, Explicit teaching
- Learning and development: Collaborative practice and feedback; Expertise and innovation
Leading domain
Educational leadership: Instructional leadership
Contact
Email questions, comments and feedback about these resources to englishk6 @det.nsw.edu.au
Grapheme-phoneme correspondences (GPC) instructional sequence
This is a suggested sequence for introducing Grapheme-phoneme correspondences (GPC) instructional sequence (PDF 618 KB) in a systematic, explicit and cumulative way in Kindergarten through to Year 2.
This sample instructional sequence is an optional resource that represents one way to plan for student learning of the phonics code. Schools are strongly encouraged to make changes to meet the learning needs of all students.
The instructional sequence includes:
- suggested clusters of GPCs for blending and segmenting practice
- the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols to guide the correct pronunciation of phonemes in Standard Australian English
- sample words for each GPC, including embedded opportunities for developing morphemic knowledge aligned with Spelling outcomes and content
- opportunities for consolidation
- coding to identify repeated content and less frequently used grapheme representations (alternative spellings)
- sample high-frequency words for Early Stage 1
- supporting information for teachers which includes content related to phonic, orthographic, morphemic and etymological components.
Research base
The evidence base for this resource is:
Alignment to system priorities and, or needs
These resources clearly and explicitly align to:
- Advice on scope and sequences
- K–6 curriculum requirements
- Curriculum planning and programming assessing and reporting to parents K–12 policy
- Registration process for monitoring the government schooling system
Alignment to School Excellence Framework
These resources support the School Excellence Framework by incorporating the following domains and themes.
Learning domain
- Curriculum: Curriculum provision, Teaching and learning programs
- Assessment: Whole school monitoring of student learning
- Student performance measures: NAPLAN
Teaching domain
- Effective classroom practice: Lesson planning, Explicit teaching
- Learning and development: Collaborative practice and feedback; Expertise and innovation
Leading domain
Educational leadership: Instructional leadership
Contact
Email questions, comments and feedback about these resources to english.curriculum@det.nsw.edu.au.