K–10 – Board of Studies NSW: at last, the consultations
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K–10 English, mathematics, science and history
New K–10 syllabuses for English, mathematics, science and history
The Board of Studies has commenced the development of K–10 syllabuses for English, mathematics, science and history. The new syllabuses will include the Australian curriculum content descriptions and retain many of the features that are familiar to and appreciated by NSW teachers. The Board’s established syllabus development process, including widespread consultation, will inform this work. Have your say by completing the online survey.
Consultation on the K–10 draft syllabuses
In Terms 2 and 3, 2011 the Board of Studies will consult with teachers and the wider community on the K–10 draft syllabuses. Consultation will include:
- meetings in metropolitan and regional areas of NSW
- an online survey on the Board’s website
- meetings with key stakeholders including education sectors and professional associations.
K–10 consultation meetings Terms 2 and 3, 2011 Meeting venue details K–10 English 27 July
Albury28 July
Liverpool16 August
Kogarah17 August
Dural23 August
Tamworth24 August
LismoreK–10 Mathematics 21 June
Tumbi Umbi20 July
Baulkham Hills25 July
Bankstown27 July
North Ryde28 July
Broken Hill3 August
GoulburnK–10 Science 20 June
Burwood23 June
Wollongong19 July
Cammeray20 July
Armidale28 July
Rooty Hill1 August
MaitlandK–10 History 20 July
Chatswood21 July
Kogarah26 July
Campbelltown2 August
Batemans Bay8 August
Wingham11 August
OrangeK–10 draft syllabuses and content guides
The K–10 draft syllabuses will be the focus of consultation. The English K–10 draft syllabus is being finalised and will be available from 18 July.
- Mathematics K–10 draft syllabus
- Part 1 – Introduction (PDF, 1.1 MB)
- Part 2 – Early Stage 1 content (PDF, 210 KB)
- Part 3 – Stage 1 content (PDF, 420 KB)
- Part 4 – Stage 2 content (PDF, 565 KB)
- Part 5 – Stage 3 content (PDF, 625 KB)
- Part 6 – Stage 4 content (PDF, 915 KB)
- Part 7 – Stage 5 content (PDF, 2 MB)
- Part 8 – Life Skills content (PDF, 435 KB)
- Part 9 – Continuum of Learning, Stage Statements and Assessment (PDF, 225 KB)
- Mathematics content guide (PDF, 170 KB)
- Science K–10 draft syllabus (PDF, 800 KB)
- K–6 Science and Technology content guide (PDF, 86 KB)
- Years 7–10 Science content guide (PDF, 78 KB)
Previous consultation in 2010
During 2010, the Board of Studies conducted consultation on the K–10 draft Australian curriculum for English, mathematics, science and history. Read more about the consultation conducted in 2010.
