South Australian Report Comment Templates
Comprehensive, South Australian Department for 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 SA Curriculum requirements and South Australian 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 South Australian 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 South Australian 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 South Australian 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 South Australian Department for Education and SA Curriculumrequirements.
Official South Australian Resources
Our templates are based on official South Australian Department for Education and SA Curriculum documentation
SACE Board of South Australia (SACE Board)
Governing body for senior secondary education and assessment in South Australia
South Australian Reporting Framework
South Australia uses the A-E achievement scale for Years 1-10, with Reception using descriptive progress-based reporting. SACE (Years 11-12) uses A to E grades for Stage 1, and A+ to E− for Stage 2. Reports are based on on-balance judgements against Australian Curriculum achievement standards, with two written reports required annually.
Key Official Resources
Australian Curriculum in SA
Implementation of Australian Curriculum in South Australian schools
SACE Assessment and Moderation
Senior secondary assessment policies and moderation procedures
A-E Achievement Standards
Five-point achievement scale for Years 1-10 and SACE grading descriptors
SACE Subject Outlines
Official subject outlines and performance standards for SACE subjects
Professional Learning
SACE Board professional learning opportunities for teachers
Key Policy Documents
- SA Department for Education Reporting Policy
- Australian Curriculum Achievement Standards
- SACE Board Assessment Policies
- Negotiated Education Plan (NEP) Guidelines