The Latest Breaking News from Education Directorate

Teachers doubt students get a good education at new public school: survey

Teachers at Margaret Hendry School feel unsupported, survey shows.

The Canberra Times · Mar 26, 2023

School tries $20k bonus to plug vacancies as teacher shortage continues

The teacher shortage is carrying on into the new school year.

The Canberra Times · Feb 3, 2023

Teachers lay groundwork for strike in Term 1 next year

ACT public school teachers have rejected an initial pay offer and are moving towards industrial action.

The Canberra Times · Dec 16, 2022

'In-built' relief teacher system key part of ACT government overhaul to address teacher shortages

Canberra's casual teacher system is being overhauled, with schools encouraged to establish their own "in-built" relief staff.

ABC News · Aug 22, 2022

ACT government forced to rethink teacher workforce projections

New population data had triggered a review of the student enrolment and teacher workforce projections in the ACT.

The Canberra Times · Aug 7, 2022

'It's just unreasonable': parents pay for after school care during remote learning

Before and after school care will be operating as normal at public schools on the extra pupil free days in Term 3.

The Canberra Times · Jul 13, 2022

ACT schools are bracing for a 'tough' Term 3

Canberra schools are doing all they can to prepare for a difficult term amid rising COVID cases.

The Canberra Times · Jul 12, 2022

'Smash or pass' TikTok account rating Canberra students under investigation

The school is attempting to have the content taken down via the eSafety Commissioner.

The Canberra Times · Jul 2, 2022

Schools turn to overseas teachers, graduates to fill 'critical' workforce shortage

ACT school systems seek ways to attract more teachers for Term 3, including recruiting overseas teachers, graduates and relaxing registration requirements.

The Canberra Times · Jul 2, 2022

Mould and maintenance issues hit Canberra schools

At least two Canberra public schools have been dealing with mould problems.

The Canberra Times · Jun 21, 2022