A new model for school improvement, with a strong focus on student outcomes and impact, is being trialled at 18 ACT public schools this year.
ACT Education Directorate
We aim to develop and deliver educational services to empower each child and young person in the ACT to learn for life.
ACT public schools have begun a phased roll out of a new secure online platform to share student information between parents and carers and their student’s teachers
More than 140 services are now offering free Three-year-old preschool to Canberra children.
ACT public school teachers use a range of teaching and learning practices designed to meet the individual needs of all students.
Our schools and communities are dedicated to fostering exceptional learning experiences for every student.
Many schools around the ACT have received infrastructure upgrades during the 2023/24 summer holidays to improve access and inclusion for all students.
Michael Hatswell - Principal, Evatt Primary School
Evatt Primary School principal Michael Hatswell was recently recognised nationally for his outstanding service to public education with a Public Service Medal.
Every child deserves a great education and the life chances which flow from it. The Future of Education Strategy outlines a 10-year plan to make sure the focus and investment achieves the best future for all children and young people in the ACT.
Inquiry into literacy and numeracy in ACT public schools
Enquiries, compliments and complaints
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