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VIC report comments: English (Speaking and Listening) — examples + next steps
Speaking and Listening comment examples for Victorian school reports: classroom discussion, presentations, active listening, and collaboration language.
Updated 2025-12-19
This page is a practical summary of publicly available guidance. Always follow your school's reporting template and professional judgement.
Quick compliance checklist
- Comments include observable evidence (discussion/presentation behaviours).
- Strengths and growth are balanced and constructive.
- Next steps are actionable and specific.
What to include as evidence
- contributes ideas and builds on others’ points
- asks clarifying questions
- uses vocabulary from the learning area
- presents information clearly to a group
Example comments
Examples
- "[Student] applies skills consistently in familiar contexts in Speaking and Listening. They contribute to discussions and can explain their thinking in familiar contexts."
- "[Student] listens respectfully and responds to others’ ideas. They are developing confidence asking questions to clarify instructions and deepen understanding."
- "[Student] presents information clearly to a small group and uses some topic vocabulary accurately. Next steps include speaking audibly and using notes to structure longer presentations."
Official sources
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