09 Oct 2011
Guide for 2011 Kindergarten Parents
The Parents' Guide to the NSW Primary Syllabuses has been sent to all primary schools for distribution to parents of 2011 Kindergarten students as well as families who have moved to NSW from another state.
The Parents' Guide gives a straightforward explanation of the six K-6 syllabuses in the NSW primary curriculum.
At a glance parents can see:
• examples of the kinds of things children can learn in each key learning area in each year of primary school
• the amount of time spent in different subject areas
• examples of classroom activities
• explanations of educational terms
• useful websites
Parents will find the information in the booklet will help them to engage in their child's learning and will help when talking with teachers about day-to-day classroom activities and their child's progress.
The guide is freely available to view or download on the Board of Studies primary website, k6.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au where it is also translated into a number of community languages.
Parents can find other useful resources on the K-6 website including the latest syllabuses, support materials and advise about ways to support your child's learning.