New South Wales Report Comment Templates
Comprehensive, NSW Department of Education-compliant templates for every year level and subject. Save time while maintaining quality and professionalism.
Year Level Templates
Each template is designed to meet NSW Curriculum requirements and New South Wales curriculum standards
Kindergarten Reporting Template
Effort-based reporting for Kindergarten students. Includes general comment, English, and Mathematics sections without A-E grades.
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Primary Years Template
Comprehensive templates using the New South Wales A-E achievement scale. Covers all Key Learning Areas with sub-strand reporting.
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Secondary Years Template
Outcome-based reporting aligned with New South Wales curriculum. Includes core subjects and electives with A-E grading and curriculum outcomes.
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Senior Secondary Template
Senior secondary-specific reporting with detailed outcomes, course assessments, and performance tracking.
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Specialized Reporting Templates
Supporting diverse learners with tailored reporting frameworks
EAL/D Student Reporting
Templates incorporating the EAL/D Learning Progression framework. Addresses language proficiency phases from Beginning Emerging through Consolidating.
Students with Disability
Personalised reporting using the P-scale (P4-P1). Focuses on individual achievements, adjustments provided, and strategies supporting learning.
VET Student Reporting
Competency-based reporting (Competent/Not Yet Competent) with industry-specific terminology, work placement hours, and RTO requirements.
What's Included in Each Template
Achievement Scale Guidelines
Clear explanations of how to apply A-E scales (or other appropriate scales) for each year level and subject.
Comment Structure Examples
Model comments demonstrating proper structure: positive start, specific achievements, evidence-based feedback, and improvement areas.
Key Learning Area Focus
Subject-specific vocabulary, curriculum outcomes, and assessment criteria aligned with New South Wales curriculum documents.
Word Count Guidance
Recommended comment lengths for each section (typically 100-250 words) to ensure comprehensive yet concise feedback.
Tone and Language Guidelines
Professional, constructive tone guidelines ensuring respectful, parent-friendly language throughout.
Compliance Checklist
Easy-to-follow checklists ensuring every comment meets NSW Department of Education and NSW Curriculumrequirements.
Official New South Wales Resources
Our templates are based on official NSW Department of Education and NSW Curriculum documentation
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
Independent statutory authority responsible for curriculum and assessment in NSW
New South Wales Reporting Framework
NSW uses a standards-referenced assessment approach with a five-level achievement scale (A-E) for Years 1-12. Kindergarten uses effort-only reporting. The framework emphasizes transparent communication, comprehensive coverage of all key learning areas, and individualized, evidence-based feedback aligned with NESA curriculum standards.
Key Official Resources
NESA Assessment Guidelines
Official assessment and reporting requirements for all year levels
Record of School Achievement (RoSA)
Information about the RoSA for students completing Year 10
Professional Learning Resources
NESA-developed resources and support materials for teachers
Key Policy Documents
- Curriculum planning and programming, assessing and reporting to parents K-12 policy
- Curriculum policy standards (Sections 3.1.4, 3.2.4, 3.3, 3.2.6)
- Assessment Certification Examination (ACE) manual
- NESA Stage 6 assessment policies and procedures