These students may include:

• First Nations Australian learners
• immigrants to Australia and temporary visa holders from countries where English is not the first language
• students of refugee backgrounds
• children born in Australia of migrant heritage where English is not spoken at home
• English-speaking students returning to Australia after extended periods in non-English speaking settings
• children of Deaf adults who use Australian Sign Language (Auslan) as their first language
• international students from countries where English is not the first language.

At Plympton Primary School we have two EAL/D teachers who assist students in piecing together the elements of school life, English language, and Australian culture through various activities such as games, writing, reading, and oral conversations. These teachers work closely with student groups as well as within whole class settings; they collaborate and plan alongside class teachers to provide support for students who are bilingual and/or identify with more than one culture. Their focus is on helping students develop English language proficiency to enhance their literacy skills for success in school