14/08/2026
At Our Lady Star of the Sea, we believe literacy learning should be evidence-based, purposeful and meaningful.
Across our school, our teachers use explicit, structured approaches to develop strong foundations in reading and writing, while also making sure students see a real purpose for what they are learning.
In Prep, Grade 1 and Grade 2, we use Little Learners Love Literacy, an evidence-based program that provides students with systematic, explicit instruction in phonics, reading, spelling and writing. This week, our Junior students have been putting their literacy skills to a very special purpose, writing letters for their friends! Not only are they practising their reading and writing skills, but they are creating something meaningful that their friend can treasure as a keepsake. What a wonderful reason to write!
Our Middle School students have been exploring the world of poetry, developing their vocabulary, language, fluency and ability to communicate ideas creatively.
Our Senior School students have been developing their reading fluency, expression and comprehension through Reader's Theatre, bringing texts to life through performance and collaboration.
The results across our school continue to be excellent, with students making strong progress in their literacy learning.
Most importantly, we know that every learner is different. Our teachers meet students at their point of need, providing targeted support where students need additional scaffolding, while ensuring students who are ready to extend their learning are challenged.
At OLSS, we want every child to become a confident, capable and enthusiastic reader and writer, and we want them to understand that literacy isn't just something we do at school. It is a powerful way to communicate, connect, create and make meaning in the world around us. 🌟
