CEDoW Curriculum Reform News – Primary

K-6 Curriculum Support

K-6 Curriculum Support

This page includes:

• Important links to external and internal sites
• Professional learning
• Planning and programming support
• Assessment and reporting
• Professional reading

For enquiries, please contact Learning K-12 support at learningk-12support@dow.catholic.edu.au. 

K-6 Science and Technology and PDHPE Working Parties

The Science and Technology and PDHPE Working Parties have been meeting regularly to build a deep understanding of the reformed syllabuses.

In line with our commitment to the core work of teachers, the working parties have begun developing resources and support materials for schools to draw upon for the implementation of the new K-6 Science and Technology and PDHPE syllabuses starting in 2026.

Watch the video below for more information.

Term 3 Sample Mathematics Units of Work are now available on the Numeracy Toolbox

In an effort to support the core work of teachers, the CEDoW sample Mathematics units of work have been developed to align with the sample scope and sequences of learning developed by Dr Christine Mae, currently in use in a number of schools. 

The sample units of work serve as a scaffold to support teachers in programming clear sequences of learning aligned to the syllabus. Teachers are encouraged to use these sample units alongside the teaching advice and examples provided in the NSW K-10 Mathematics Syllabus to contextualise the learning for their students. These units of work can be accessed HERE and via the CEDoW Numeracy Toolbox.

Adjustments to Term Three Sample Units

Following reflection and feedback from schools, and building upon the revisions made to the Term Two Mathematics units, further refinements have been applied to the Term Three sample units of work. These adjustments include:

• Streamlined Design: Unit design format has been refined to feature outcomes, focus areas, and content pertinent to the specific sequence of learning.
• Clear Learning Intentions: The overarching learning Intention for each unit is prominently displayed on the front page and reiterated within each learning sequence.
• Explicit Success Criteria: Success Criteria are clearly defined at the commencement of each unit and throughout each learning sequence, enabling teachers to foster a comprehensive understanding of the necessary connections for students to effectively demonstrate their grasp of the learning intention. Please note that a learning sequence can take place over a number of lessons if required.
• Integrated Resources: Outcomes, syllabus examples, and teaching advice links are located in the right-hand column, adjacent to the learning sequence.
• Enhanced Information Placement: Previously located in the footer, key information has been repositioned to the top of the page. Teachers can now populate their school name in the footer and their individual name in the table at the top.

Acknowledgments and Future Opportunities

We extend our appreciation to the members of the working parties for their exemplary professionalism in the refinement and quality assurance of this year's sample units of work. Their expertise, constructive feedback, and thoughtful reflection have significantly enriched each collaborative session, making them invaluable learning experiences for all participants. The following teachers and leaders have contributed to the Mathematics working parties in 2025: Natalie Baker (Helensburgh), Melanie Stephenson (Corrimal), Dominique Hogarth (West Wollongong), Shirley Jancetic (Fairy Meadow), Michelle Lace (Corrimal), Matt McCormack (Ruse), and Kristy South (West Wollongong).

An additional opportunity to participate in this process will be available towards the end of Term 3 for the Term 4 sample units of work. Interested individuals are encouraged to monitor Gateway for an upcoming expression of interest in Term 3. For further information, please contact Kate Thomas at thomask04@dow.catholic.edu.au. 

Connect and Collaborate: Primary Programming Workshops for Teachers

Attention: Teachers

Are you a primary teacher looking for an excellent opportunity to network and collaborate with colleagues from other CEDoW schools?

The ILW K-12 Learning Team is excited to offer a series of voluntary programming workshops designed specifically for you! Imagine working alongside fellow educators to plan and refine your English and Mathematics units, sharing your best ideas, practices, pedagogy, and quality resources from across the Diocese.

Workshop Options:

We've designed flexible scheduling to suit your availability, with workshops held across various dates and venues during the second half of Term 3 and throughout the September pupil vacation period.

You can choose from:

• Afternoon Workshops: Four 1.5-hour, one-off sessions available in:
• Macarthur
• Southern Highlands
• Wollongong
• Far South Coast
  
  
• Full-Day Workshop Session: Two sessions delivered over two separate weeks (i.e., one day per week) during the September pupil vacation period. One day will be held in the Illawarra and the other will be held in the Macarthur.

Don't miss this chance to connect, create, and experience the power of shared expertise! An expression of interest form will be made available in Gateway over the coming weeks.

For further information, please contact Lexie Hingston at hingstona01@dow.catholic.edu.au or Kate Thomas at thomask04@dow.catholic.edu.au.