English study is mandatory in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12.
In English, students learn about the study and use of the English language in its various textual forms. These encompass spoken, written and visual texts through which meaning is shaped, conveyed, interpreted and reflected. Complexity increases as students progress through their schooling.
Developing proficiency in English enables students to take their place as confident communicators; critical and imaginative thinkers; lifelong learners; and informed, active participants in Australian society. Their understanding of English through knowledge and skills acquisition is essential to their intellectual, social and emotional development.
The study of English should develop a love of literature and learning and be challenging and enjoyable. It develops skills to enable students to experiment with ideas and expression, to become active, independent and lifelong learners, to work with each other and to reflect on their learning.
In Year 11 and 12, the study of English is mandatory. Courses offered include:
- English Extension 2
- English Extension 1
- English Advanced
- English Standard
- English Studies
- English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D)
- English Life Skills.
Head teacher: Alison McCulloch (rel)
Students at Matraville Sports High School are engaged in the study of texts, novels, poems, films, advertisements, gestures, plays, songs, multimedia and any other forms of communication between individuals and groups.
The development of students’ vocabulary and background knowledge can be supported by their teachers engaging them in deep discussion and analysis of a range of texts. This can support students’ comprehension and has the potential to expand their ideas and experience of both their own world and the world of others. As students deepen their knowledge of language, they can apply new understanding to purposefully communicate their ideas, with increasing confidence and efficacy.
For more information, see the new English K-10 syllabus and English Stage 6.
Students with disability can access the syllabus outcomes and content in a range of ways. Decisions regarding curriculum options should be made in the collaborative curriculum planning.
