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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.

11 Mar 2025
News

Updated completion date for new school in Whitlam

The ACT Government is planning for a new public primary school and co-located early childhood education and care service in the suburb of Whitlam.

06 Mar 2025
News

Brindabella Christian College information and support

The Education Directorate has set up a phone line for Brindabella Christian College families and staff looking for information or support.

26 Feb 2025
News

Position statement on the use of AI in ACT public schools

The Education Directorate has released our position on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in ACT public schools.

12 Feb 2025
People

Positive impact drives Board volunteer

For Canberra College Board Chair Bronwyn Madge, it is the opportunity to collaborate with others who share her passion for public education that has seen her become a member of 3 school boards while her children transitioned from primary through to senior secondary school.

07 Feb 2025
News

Apply for a school assistant role

Join our dedicated team of school assistants. We offer 24 different roles and applications are now open.

30 Jan 2025
News

Aunty Agnes Shea High School Principal ready to welcome first cohort of students

With the 2025 school year about to start, Aunty Agnes Shea High School principal Daniel Mowbray is excited to welcome the first cohort of Year 7 students to the brand-new school in Taylor, North Gungahlin.

Staff Spotlight: Liga Ailte

Liga Ailte - Preschool Teacher - Turner School

Meet Liga Ailte, a preschool teacher from Latvia, who has devoted her career to fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in her students.

Future of Education

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.

Enquiries, compliments and complaints

Help us improve our schools and services. We want to hear about your experience with the Education Directorate, and we will work with you to solve any outstanding problems. Click here for enquiries, compliments and complaints

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