What do these reforms look like?
Reform 1
Teacher education and professional development
Ensure high quality, evidence-based approaches are embedded in initial qualification training and professional development for teachers
Reform 2
Teaching standards
Explicitly outline the skills and knowledge required by teachers in standards which are linked to accreditation for both pre-service and in-service teachers
Reform 3
Evidence benchmarks
Assist teachers in curating and updating curriculum and classroom practice materials against robust scientific research
Reform 4
Screening and progress monitoring
Facilitate the early identification of students who require support and track progress in reading skills through national implementation of the Year 1 Phonics Check and national screening in the first year of high school
Reform 5
Intervention
Ensure all students receive high quality literacy instruction and that students who require intervention have equity of access to, and participation in, appropriate support services in a timely manner