EduResearch May 22, 2025 by Helen Adam
Amid a growing national debate about how reading should be taught in schools, the Primary English Teaching Association Australia (PETAA) wanted to hear from teachers tasked with this critical work. Too often, these discussions unfold without the insight of education professionals themselves – despite being the ones guiding young learners every day. PETAA, a not-for-profit association supporting primary English and literacy teachers, launched a national survey last year with a simple but powerful goal: to listen to teachers.
We heard from 500 educators working in primary English across systems, sectors and contexts. Their responses painted a rich, layered picture – one marked by deep professional knowledge, strong alignment with research-informed practice, and a clear call for greater support.
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