Strong academic results remain a hallmark of top-performing schools, but Australia’s leading educators are proving that success goes far beyond test scores.
The Educator’s 5-Star Schools 2026, proudly supported by the Australian Boarding Schools Association (ABSA), recognizes 33 schools that are raising the bar through innovation, inclusion, wellbeing initiatives, and strong community engagement.
From a rural New South Wales public school shaped by community-defined values to a South Australian college using AI-powered wellbeing feedback, this year’s honorees demonstrate how forward-thinking approaches can enhance both student achievement and personal growth.
Part of the prestigious list are:
- Trinity College (SA)
As expectations of education continue to evolve, these schools are showing how academic excellence, human capability development, and student wellbeing can work hand in hand.
Explore the schools earning 5-Star recognition and learn what distinguishes Australia’s education leaders in 2026.