Curriculum News
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Premier’s Reading Challenge
The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back, encouraging a love of reading in students across the state! The challenge began on Tuesday 6th of May and ends on 22nd of August.
Students record their books using the Individual Reader Record Form provided by their teachers. Those who complete the required number of books during the reading period will receive a Certificate of Achievement to celebrate their efforts.
- Prep to Year 2 — read or experience 20 books
- Years 3 to 4 — read 20 books
- Years 5 to 6 — read 15 books
We encourage parents and carers to support their child by helping them select books, setting aside regular reading time at home, and celebrating their progress along the way. Your encouragement makes a big difference!
Changes to Reporting in 2025
With the introduction of Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum, there will be minor changes to reporting in 2025.
Prep Reporting
Under the new curriculum, Prep has an achievement standard for every learning area. In 2025, Prep students will either ‘experience’ or be ‘provided’ with these learning areas. The concept of 'experiencing' ensures the curriculum is delivered in age-appropriate ways for our youngest learners, while still covering essential skills needed for Year 1.
- Experiencing: At ISS, Prep students will experience Science, HASS, The Arts, and Technology. This means they will be taught curriculum content, and teachers will monitor their progress to support their learning. While students won’t receive an achievement level on their reports, they will still receive a comment and an effort grade.
- Providing: In English, Mathematics, and HPE, Prep students will be taught, assessed, and reported against achievement standards.
Benefits of This Approach:
- Focus on Literacy and Numeracy: More time is dedicated to foundational skills.
- Early Identification of Learning Needs: Teachers use ongoing assessment to tailor their teaching.
- Play and Inquiry Learning: Hands-on, engaging activities make learning meaningful for young students.
Achievement Scale Updates
From 2025, Queensland schools will use a new five-point achievement scale for Prep to Year 2:
- Applying (AP), Making Connections (MC), Working With (WW), Exploring (EX), and Becoming Aware (BA).
This scale gives a clearer picture of each child's progress and allows teachers to provide more targeted support.
For Years 3–6, the A–E achievement scale will continue.