Teacher shortages now a top risk for Independent schools
Independent schools are grappling with a shrinking teacher pool and rising workloads, and new findings show just how serious the risk has become
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New resources simplify curriculum planning
The suite of resources will support school leaders with whole-of-school curriculum planning and implementation of the Australian Curriculum
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ACC Victoria appoints its first executive principal as campus network grows
Christine Lucas has been appointed to lead Australian Christian College's Victorian campuses as the independent school network expands to five locations
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Streaming debate reignited — but neuroscientist warns class lists can become labels
A CQUniversity expert warns ability grouping risks labelling students, as a 2026 UK study adds complexity to the streaming debate
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How schools can turn reconciliation into everyday learning
Reconciliation takes more than a week. An expert shares practical ways schools can foster understanding, truth-telling and action
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Teachers urged to focus on cognitive load to unlock student learning
Teachers need to understand that young people can only think about a limited number of things at once – and new national teaching standards now require it
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Strengthening the teaching profession through evidence informed insight
AITSL’s workforce data shows where pressures hit hardest, helping governments design policies that better support teachers, leaders and schools nationwide over time
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Why your voice matters in Australia’s biggest teacher survey
The Educator speaks to AITSL CEO Tim Bullard about what the latest national data reveals and how it’s already influencing decisions affecting schools and teachers
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Radical new approach to boost teaching quality
A new learning approach will see student teachers begin working in a classroom from the first week of their teaching degree
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Major school reforms aim to lift teaching and learning across Australia
Federal and state governments have agreed to a raft of reforms aimed at making schools fairer, better funded, and more effective