Literacy
Literacy learning in NSW government schools is fundamental to success at school, in the workforce and in life.
To be literate within contemporary society requires students to read, write, talk and listen and think critically in order to understand written, visual and technologically based information.
Literacy competence is central to achievement in all areas of learning and remains a priority for all students as they progress through the early, middle and later years of schooling.
Developing each student’s literacy skills through balanced, integrated, systematic and explicit literacy teaching is a key responsibility for each and every teacher in NSW public schools from Kindergarten to Year 12.
For more information about the State Literacy Plan 2006-2008 and literacy programs and materials, please click on the Contact Us link on the left.
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