Australian Curriculum Resources for Primary Teachers

Australian Curriculum-Aligned Resources for Primary Teachers

Finding quality teaching resources that are genuinely aligned to the Australian Curriculum v9 — not just American worksheets with the word "math" changed to "maths" — is one of the biggest time drains in primary teaching. Australian teachers need resources that reflect our curriculum, our terminology, our contexts, and our students' learning progressions.

TeachBuySell is an Australian marketplace where every resource is created by Australian educators. From English and mathematics to science, HASS, and the arts, you'll find thousands of curriculum-aligned resources designed for real Australian classrooms.

The Australian Curriculum v9, released by ACARA (Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority), sets out the core knowledge, understanding, and skills that all Australian students are entitled to learn. Version 9 brought significant updates across most learning areas.

Learning Areas in Primary

The Australian Curriculum covers eight learning areas in primary school:

1. English — Language, literature, and literacy strands covering reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing
2. Mathematics — Number, algebra, measurement, space, statistics, and probability
3. Science — Biological, chemical, earth and space, and physical sciences alongside science inquiry and science as a human endeavour
4. HASS — Humanities and Social Sciences covering history, geography, civics, and economics
5. Health and Physical Education — Personal, social, and community health alongside movement and physical activity
6. The Arts — Dance, drama, media arts, music, and visual arts
7. Technologies — Design and technologies plus digital technologies
8. Languages — Second language learning (varies by school)

General Capabilities

Seven general capabilities are embedded across all learning areas:

• Literacy
• Numeracy
• Digital Literacy
• Critical and Creative Thinking
• Personal and Social Capability
• Ethical Understanding
• Intercultural Understanding

Cross-Curriculum Priorities

Three priorities are woven through all learning areas:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
• Asia and Australia's Engagement with Asia
• Sustainability

Curriculum Alignment You Can Trust

Resources created by Australian teachers are designed with the Australian Curriculum in mind from the start. They target specific content descriptors, use Australian terminology, and follow the learning progressions students are expected to follow. This saves you from adapting overseas resources to fit our curriculum.

Australian Contexts and Examples

Australian students learn best when they can see themselves in their learning materials. Resources that reference Australian places, animals, history, culture, and everyday life are more engaging and relevant than generic international content.

Correct Spelling and Terminology

Australian English differs from American English in spelling (colour vs color, organisation vs organization), vocabulary (footpath vs sidewalk, maths vs math), and measurement (metric, not imperial). Australian-made resources use the correct conventions from the start.

Understanding of Australian Classrooms

Teachers who create resources on TeachBuySell understand the realities of Australian classrooms — multi-stage classes, diverse student populations, state-specific requirements (like HSIE in NSW vs HASS nationally), and the practical constraints of time, budget, and resources.

Supporting Australian Educators

When you purchase from TeachBuySell, you're directly supporting Australian teachers who create high-quality resources. Sellers earn income from their expertise, and buyers get classroom-ready materials that actually work in Australian schools.

English

The English curriculum is structured around three interrelated strands: Language, Literature, and Literacy. Resources cover phonics and word study, reading comprehension, writing across text types, grammar and punctuation, speaking and listening, and literature study. Popular resource types include reading response activities, writing templates, grammar worksheets, and novel study packs.

Mathematics

The maths curriculum covers six content strands: Number, Algebra, Measurement, Space, Statistics, and Probability. Resources include worksheets, problem-solving tasks, hands-on activities, assessment tools, and structured programs like EAST Maths. Look for resources that support both fluency and reasoning.

Science

Primary science covers biological, chemical, earth and space, and physical sciences alongside science inquiry and science as a human endeavour. Resources include experiment guides, investigation templates, science journal activities, and assessment tasks. The best resources integrate hands-on investigation with scientific knowledge.

HASS (Humanities and Social Sciences)

HASS covers history, geography, civics and citizenship, and economics and business. In NSW, this learning area is called HSIE (Human Society and Its Environment). Resources include inquiry units, source analysis activities, mapping tasks, and timeline activities.

Health and Physical Education

Resources cover personal health and safety, relationships, mental health, nutrition, and physical activity. SEL (social-emotional learning) resources also connect to this learning area.

The Arts and Technologies

Creative arts resources span visual arts, music, drama, dance, and media arts. Technologies resources cover design thinking, coding, and digital literacy.