Mount Barker South Primary School
Mount Barker South Primary School an inclusive and diverse school for children in years Reception to Year 6 located in the Adelaide Hills in South Australia. Their school vision is "Collaboratively Improving Learning," emphasising students, staff and families working together to achieve strong learning outcomes for every child.
Watch the videos below to find out more about how this school is achieving success:
Celebrating Growth in Literacy - Whole school
Since 2020, Mt Barker South Primary transformed literacy teaching with Cue Learning and the “Be Brave and Lead” initiative.
Shifting from scripted methods to inclusive practices, the school prioritised student agency, teacher collaboration, and love for learning.
Strategies included rich literature, gradual release of responsibility, and consistent routines. A literacy action team, peer coaching, and collaborative planning drove change, fostering equity, learner agency, and improved outcomes through authentic literacy practices.
Sarah Taylor, Year 3 - Mt Barker South Primary
This video from Cue Learning showcases Year 3 teacher Sarah’s literacy transformation. She integrates reading, writing, and word work into cohesive thematic units, such as exploring Thai culture, enhancing student engagement and creativity.
Through rich texts, creative projects, and regular feedback, students develop vocabulary, storytelling, and writing confidence. Sarah's unified approach fosters enthusiasm and pride,culminating in celebrations like a class gallery that highlight thoughtful literacy planning.