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Program overview and inclusions
These programs are eligible for School Readiness Funding through the coaching component.
Feature | Complete Program | Core Program | Creative Program |
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Duration | 2 Terms | 16 sessions | 1 Term | Up to 10 sessions | 1 Term | Up to 10 sessions |
Focus | Phonological awareness, narrative storytelling, vocabulary & oral language | Phonological awareness & oral language | Narrative storytelling, vocabulary & oral language |
Weekly On-site Coaching Focus | 8 Phonological awareness sessions
8 Narrative story-mapping sessions | 10 Phonological awareness sessions | 10 Narrative story-mapping sessions |
Online Modules | 9 self-paced modules
Printable notes/games | 9 self-paced modules
Printable notes/games | Not required for Creative Program |
Staff Workshops | 4 online or on-site workshops | Available as professional learning through modules | Intergrated into weekly coaching sessions |
Family Engagement | On-demand workshop + games for home | On-demand workshop: Phonological/Phonemic strategies | Take-home story stones + digital guide |
Investment | $5654 +GST | $4354 +GST | $4554 +GST |
Early literacy and oral language supports the VEYLDF by:
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Building children’s communication skills (listening, speaking and vocabulary), supporting Outcome 5: Communication.
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Encouraging engagement with texts such as books, songs and rhymes, strengthening early literacy foundations and supporting Outcome 5: Communication.
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Promoting meaningful interactions and conversations, supporting children’s sense of belonging, voice and relationships and aligning with Outcome 1: Identity and Outcome 2: Community.
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Fostering curiosity about print, symbols and storytelling, supporting confident and involved learners in line with Outcome 4: Learning.
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Enhancing children’s confidence to express ideas, thoughts and feelings, supporting emotional wellbeing and self-regulation in line with Outcome 3: Wellbeing.
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