Better Start Literacy Approach
An integrated, evidence-based micro-credential programme equipping primary and intermediate teachers with effective methods and tools for supporting reading, spelling, writing, and oral language development in children.
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Core skills this course teaches
Implement evidence-based literacy instruction
Apply structured teaching methods for phonics, spelling, and reading as part of a classroom programme.
Support literacy development across primary years
Support student development in reading, spelling, writing, oral language, and comprehension from Years 0-8.
About This Course
The Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA) is a structured, evidence-based teaching programme for primary and intermediate school teachers. Based on years of research, it supports educators by systematically teaching phonics, phonological awareness, morphology, spelling, writing, oral language, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. There are dedicated learning options for early years, later years, and literacy leadership roles. The approach aims to deliver strong foundations in early literacy for children in Years 0-8.
Course Content
- Phonics and phonological awareness
- Morphology and orthographic patterns
- Explicit instruction in spelling and writing
- Oral language and vocabulary development
- Listening comprehension
- Reading comprehension and narrative skills
- Structured, evidence-based literacy pedagogy
- Streams for Years 0-3, 4-8, and Literacy Leadership
Entry Requirements
Must be a classroom teacher or literacy leader working with Years 0-8 students.
Build towards these roles
Classroom teacher with advanced literacy pedagogical skillsLiteracy leader in primary or intermediate schools
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EducationPrimary Teaching
