Stage 2 Essential English
Length of Course
Level
Learning Area
Core or Specialist
Pre-requisites
Stage 1 Essential English
Subject Description
Students respond to and create texts in and for a range of personal, social, cultural, community, and/ or workplace contexts. Students understand and interpret information, ideas, and perspectives in texts and consider ways in which language choices are used to create meaning.
Students who complete this subject with a C- grade or better will meet the literacy requirement of the SACE.
- Text Comprehension and Response: Understand, interpret, and respond to a variety of texts.
- Effective Communication: Communicate ideas clearly and effectively in both written and spoken forms.
- Practical Text Creation: Create practical, purposeful texts suited for different audiences and contexts.
- Reflective Practice: Reflect on their learning processes and communication strategies to improve effectiveness.
School-Based Assessment (70%)
• Assessment Type 1: Responding to Texts (10%)
• Assessment Type 2: Creating Texts (10%)
External Assessment (30%)
• Assessment Type 3: Language Report (30%)
In Stage 2 Essential English, students focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills that are useful in everyday life, work, and the community.
This subject supports a wide range of future pathways, including:
- Trades and apprenticeships – where clear communication and workplace literacy are essential
- Health and community services – such as aged care, disability support, childcare, and youth work
- Tourism and hospitality – including customer service, travel, food services, and event planning
- Retail and administration – where strong written and verbal communication is important
- Creative industries – such as media, design, and content creation at a practical level
- Education and training – including pathways into vocational education or support roles in schools
Pathways for English
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