Personal and social capability 

Students develop personal and social capability as they learn to understand and manage themselves, their relationships, lives, work and learning more effectively. There are many opportunities for students to develop personal and social capability in English. The study of English helps them to identify and express their own opinions, beliefs and responses and to interact confidently and appropriately in a range of social contexts. English provides students with opportunities to reflect on their own and others' learning and to assess and adapt their individual and collaborative skills for learning with increasing independence and effectiveness.

Civics and citizenship 

Civics and citizenship content involves knowledge and understanding of how our Australian society operates. In their study of English, students demonstrate their active participation by considering how civic issues are represented in the public arena, the socially responsible construction and use of media, and the representation of Australian images and significant Australians.