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English
We match our teaching of English to the Victorian Curriculum. There are three aspects to the teaching of English which include:
• reading and viewing, 
• writing
• speaking and listening. 
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Reading and Viewing
Our teachers work to create an environment where there is a love of reading through the exposure of high quality literature. Each teacher chooses books that will engage their students in their learning and model a love of reading themselves. The students experience a variety of text types through our focused reading sessions where reading and comprehension strategies are explicitly taught. Students are encouraged to take home books from their classroom collection and the library. Books are matched to student ability and interest.

​Spelling
We also implement a whole school phonetic reading and spelling program called Sound Waves. This is a systematic phonics and word study program proven to effectively teach spelling and reading skills. 
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​Writing
Overport integrates elements of the VCOP writing program with an unique sustained writing program known as the WOW (Wondrous Overport Write).

What is the purpose of the WOW (Wondrous Overport Write)?
 
Purpose of the WOW... ​
For students
● Provides students opportunities to apply their writing skills with relative independence. 
● Provides students opportunities to develop ideas and thinking in a more personal and original way.
● Provides students with opportunities to practise independent ideation and text development. 
● Prepares students for standardised testing and common practice methods in later schooling. 
● Allows students to monitor and self assess their own writing. 
● Allows students to practise new skills or improve existing skills. 
● Allows students to practise sustained writing for extended periods of time. 
● Allows students to set goals based on reflection, analysis and teacher feedback. 

For teachers
● Determine the writing abilities of individual students. 
● Reinforce and practice VCOP writing strategies. 
● Observe the writing habits of individual students. 
● Obtain independent writing pieces for assessment. 
● Provide timely and personalised feedback to students. 
● Allow for genuine and informed students goal setting. 


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  • About OPS
    • Principal's Message >
      • Principal's Story Time
    • Child Safety
    • Vision for Overport Primary School
    • School Profile
    • School Council >
      • Landscape Master Plan
    • Annual Report
    • Strategic Plan
    • Annual Implementation Plan
    • Emergency and Critical Incident Management Process
    • Policies
    • Contact Us
    • Partners
  • Learning at OPS
    • Curriculum
    • English
    • Mathematics
    • Inquiry
    • I.C.T.
    • Sport & P.E
    • Performing Arts
    • Library
    • Japanese
    • Wellbeing
    • Intervention Programs >
      • MAP
      • LEAP
    • Respectful Relationships
  • News & Events
    • School Updates - 2022
    • Dates To Remember
    • Newsletter 2022 >
      • Newsletter 2021 >
        • Newsletter 2020 >
          • 2019 Newsletter >
            • 2018 Newsletter >
              • Newsletter 2017 >
                • Newsletter 2016 >
                  • Newsletter 2015
  • Students
    • Buddy Program
    • Environment Team
    • Student Voice Leaders & Student Heath Ambassadors
    • Key Word Sign Awareness Day 16Th October
    • Website Links
  • Parents
    • Compass Parents Portal
    • School Council
    • Out of Hours Care
    • Canteen
    • Uniform
    • Tips for Parents
    • Parent forms
    • Parent Resources and Support
  • Enrolment
    • 2023 Prep Tour Dates >
      • Prep Transition and Start Dates
    • Preparing For School
    • Uniform
    • Enrolment forms
  • Parent Payment Arrangements & Book Packs 2023
  • Our Team