The NSW Curriculum Review will be in Tamworth on Tuesday.

The man leading the charge, Australian Council for Educational Research CEO Geoff Masters, said it was the first comprehensive review of the whole school curriculum since 1989.

“This is a unique opportunity to reflect on what the NSW community now wants from its schools,” Mr Masters said.

“The review will ensure that the NSW curriculum prepares young people for the future.”

One of the main goals of the review is to investigate how to de-clutter the curriculum, so it allows teachers to focus on the main knowledge and skills that all students should have.

“It’s important to note that this is not a detailed review of the content of each syllabus, rather a broader look into the overall approach to the way the curriculum is organised and presented in NSW,” Mr Masters said.

With the Tamworth region supporting 44 primary schools, eight secondary schools and eight combined schools, Mr Masters encouraged everyone who wanted to have their say to come along.

“Everyone is welcome to attend the consultations and have their say,” he said.

“We’d like to hear from teachers, parents and carers, students, employers and the wider community.”

The Tamworth community consultation will be held at Wests Leagues Club from 4pm to 6pm, on Tuesday, September 18.

For more information visit nswcurriculumreview.nesa.nsw.edu.au.

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