VRQA Home Education

02/06/2026

Stereographs were the virtual reality glasses of the 19th century.

Older children can use modern technology to recreate the past with this activity from the State Library of Victoria.

This activity could add to your learning program in Science, Technologies and The arts.

Our Library holds thousands of vintage stereographs – learn how you can make them come to life in glorious 3D on your screen.

28/05/2026

There are many ways you can home educate but sending your child to an unregistered school isn’t one of them.

Arrangements where an instructor is employed to teach a group of students away from home and during normal school hours isn’t home schooling.

If in doubt about your child’s home education program, contact:
[email protected]

26/05/2026

This week is National Reconciliation Week. The theme for 2026 is ‘All in’, a call for all Australians to commit to reconciliation every single day.

The Narragunnawali program has learning resources that promote reconciliation and develop children’s understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions.
https://www.narragunnawali.org.au/curriculum-resources

21/05/2026

Have you heard about VHEAC?
The Victorian Home Education Advisory Committee (VHEAC) includes members of the home schooling community and representatives from the VRQA and the Department of Education.

VHEAC provides guidance to the VRQA and the department. You can find their latest communique on the VHEAC webpage:
https://www.vic.gov.au/victorian-home-education-advisory-committee

19/05/2026

The Spanish Language Fiesta at Federation Square on 30 May 2026 is a vibrant celebration of cultures from Spain and Latin America.

This free, family-friendly festival brings together music, dance, food, art and community.

This event could add to your learning program in Humanities/Social Sciences and Languages.

The Spanish Language Fiesta returns in 2026 to celebrate 10 years of bringing the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world to Melbourne.

14/05/2026

Older children may benefit from a course that will help their career aspirations.

You can find out more at TAFE Victoria.
https://www.vic.gov.au/tafe

12/05/2026

National Families Week recognises the vital role families play in our lives and our community.

It’s a time to celebrate with your family, connect with your extended family and friends and share in the enjoyment of family activities within the wider community.

These activities could add to your learning plan in Humanities/Social Sciences.
https://www.nationalfamiliesweek.org.au/get-involved/national-families-week-ideas/

07/05/2026

Help us assess your home schooling application quickly.

Submit everything we need at once, including your application form, learning plan, and evidence documents.

Our website has more information to help you apply.
https://www2.vrqa.vic.gov.au/register-home-educate

04/05/2026

Today is International Fire Fighters Day.

This day recognises and thanks firefighters worldwide for their courage and commitment to protecting our communities.

You can learn about the history of firefighting from the Victorian Fire Services Museum.

These activities could add to your learning program in Humanities/Social Sciences.

The horses lived in stables and yards at the fire stations so they were always ready to answer the call of the alarm bells.

01/05/2026

What is Artificial Intelligence?

On the Digital Technologies Hub you can find about AI and machine learning with activities, learning resources and games.

This could add to your learning program in Technologies.

This is a curated topic for Artificial Intelligence.