Education is the sector that most urgently needs to be freed from the Abbott legacy EVER since his ascent to the prime ministership, Malcolm Turnbull has represented a puzzle. Is the leadership change, as Tony Abbott and Labor argue, a mere change in symbolism masking a continuation of the substantive policies of the new PM’s...

Overview Every year the taking of NAPLAN examinations and the dissemination of NAPLAN results generates considerable media coverage and community discussion about schools and school education outcomes. This paper discusses the origins, objectives and main features of NAPLAN, and sets out its position within the national education policy framework. It also considers the extensive criticisms...

This publication presents a snapshot of the current workforce profile of principals in NSW government schools. It also outlines the research evidence on what makes an effective principal and the best ways to identify, develop and support aspiring school principals.

Assesses student ICT knowledge, understanding and skills, as well as students’ ability to use ICT creatively, critically and responsibly.

Investigates the challenges facing kids who miss school due to significant injury or illness, and aims to improve outcomes for an estimated 60,000 seriously ill Australian students.