This policy brief examines the self-reported English language skills of nearly 2,400 humanitarian migrants in an Australian study over 10 years, from 2013–14 to 2023. The first part of the brief examines trends in four dimensions of English language skills. The second part investigates the understanding of spoken English in greater detail.

This report presents research into how long it takes students in New South Wales government schools learning English as an additional language to develop the level of English required to equitably participate in curriculum learning. The report outlines the findings, context and implications of the research, as well as the data and methods used.

The objective of this audit was to assess whether the design and administration of the Adult Migrant English Program was effective. The audit has found that appropriate contractual arrangements are not in place with the 13 general service providers. The contracts are continuing to operate past their stated completion date, despite there being no extension...

This report focuses on how to improve the employment outcomes of migrants who are already in the country. It examines the causes of poor labour market outcomes for migrants, in particular language proficiency, poor recognition of qualifications, and discrimination.

In the context of national reviews of curriculum and teacher education, this paper traces Australia’s history of policy instability in English literacy education and proposes strategies for improvements and greater accountability.