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Implementing PLD’s Programs in Small Schools with Multi-Aged Classrooms
PLD programs are easily adaptable for small rural schools with multi-age classrooms. As these schools often operate with a Foundation–Year 2 class and a Year 3–6 class, this page outlines how to implement PLD across a two-classroom structure.
Implementing PLD is particularly straightforward in middle and upper primary years. Students are assessed and grouped based on their current PLD Stage of Development, rather than their year level, which naturally results in three targeted teaching groups within a multi-age class. In a combined Foundation to Year 2 setting, schools will need to implement both the Foundation and Years 1 & 2 training and programs to effectively meet the range of student needs.
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F-2 multi-age classes require schools to use both the Foundation and the Year 1 & 2 Starter Packs, Teaching Sequence Manuals and the two corresponding online courses. Reminder: Two separate tracking sheets are needed – one for Foundation students and one for Year 1 & 2 students – to ensure accurate monitoring of progress.
Implementing SSP with PLD is particularly effective and seamless within the middle and upper primary years. Regardless of their year level, students are assessed and grouped according to their relevant PLD Stage of Development. This naturally creates three targeted teaching groups within a multi-age class. Reminder: All Year 3–6 students should be entered on a single classroom tab within the PLD Tracking Sheets to streamline monitoring and planning..
PLD makes structured literacy simple, practical, and effective – even in small rural and multi-age classrooms. See how PLD can transform literacy in your school.
- What is PLD? Evidence-based programs proven to lift outcomes.
- See it in Action: Watch our lesson block demonstration videos to see SSP using PLD in action.
- Tailored for Your School: Request a quote to match your school’s needs and budget.
- Resources: Use our audit form to plan what is needed for each stage of learning.
For schools new to PLD, by filling out the form below, you can request cost estimates for training and essential programs. Subsequently, a quote will be sent to the provided email address (typically within 48 hours) Following this, a complimentary 30-minute consultation will be scheduled to further discuss and tailor the quote to meet the specific requirements of the school.
The implementation of PLD can be initiated at any point during the school year. We provide a 5 step process that is adapted to different times within a school year.
Step 1: Register for and set up the PLD tracking sheets
Step 2: Delivery of a minimum of a half day of training
Step 3: Administer and mark placement tests
Step 4: Enter results and process the PLD tracking sheets
Step 5: Contact the PLD office for further support
Click on the button below for the detailed instrtuctions linked to each commencement period in the school year.
