ACARA

27/05/2026

National Reconciliation Week begins today.

This year’s theme, All In - is a reminder that reconciliation is not something we watch from the sidelines. It asks all Australians to take part, listen, learn and act.

In schools, reconciliation can start in the classroom, is practiced through truth-telling, shared histories and learning about the cultures, knowledges and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The Australian Curriculum supports this learning across all year levels and learning areas, helping young Australians build understanding, respect and connection.

26/05/2026

Our latest national report into information communication technology (ICT) literacy out today shows that Australian students are enthusiastic users of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital tools. However, despite this, the report also shows a decline in Australian students’ ICT literacy since 2022.
The National Assessment Program – ICT Literacy (NAP-ICTL) 2025 Public Report presents the results of the latest NAP-ICTL assessment which tested students’ general ICT skills and knowledge in a sample of schools across the country.
Find out more about the 2025 report and its findings https://brnw.ch/21x2QE9

26/05/2026

We wish to acknowledge and pay our respect to Professor Peter Buckskin for his profound contribution to First Nations education and to education more broadly across Australia.

Through his wisdom, leadership and steadfast advocacy, he worked tirelessly to elevate the voices of First Nations communities, ensuring First Nations perspectives were heard and respected at a regional, state and national level.

Professor Buckskin was a member of ACARA’s first Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Group, a strong supporter of the current First Nations Australians Advisory Group (FNAAG) and the inaugural Chair of the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation (NATSIEC).

His leadership and guidance helped strengthen the recognition of First Nations histories, cultures and knowledges within Australia’s education system, shaping learning that is more inclusive, truthful and reflective of the richness of this country.

His legacy is one of courage, respect and deep commitment to community and it will continue to inspire educators, students and leaders for generations to come.

25/05/2026

Today is National Sorry Day, a day to acknowledge and remember the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who were forcibly removed from their families, communities, Country and culture as part of past government policies.

This year’s theme, From Sorry to Action, is a reminder that truth-telling, healing and justice require more than words.

National Sorry Day is an opportunity for all Australians to listen, learn and reflect on how we can contribute to meaningful and ongoing reconciliation.

24/05/2026

Today marks the beginning of UNESCO Culture and Arts Education Week 🎭

This year’s theme, Culture and arts education for lasting peace, highlights the important role the arts can play in building empathy, creativity, connection and understanding in our classrooms and communities.

In the Australian Curriculum: The Arts, students learn through Dance, Drama, Media Arts, Music and Visual Arts from Foundation to Year 10, helping them explore ideas, perspectives, culture and self-expression in creative and meaningful ways.

20/05/2026

The latest release of the National Report on Schooling in Australia 2025 is now available, with new data on schools and schooling, student enrolment, retention, attainment, and participation in education, training and employment.

Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21x2DMK

19/05/2026

It’s Gifted Awareness Week, a time to recognise and support students whose strengths, high-potential and learning needs may be expressed in different ways in the classroom.

Gifted and talented students often learn more quickly, think more deeply or show advanced understanding in particular areas. Like all students, they benefit from learning experiences that challenge, engage and support them to reach their full potential.

The Australian Curriculum supports teachers to tailor learning to students’ strengths, interests and goals across learning areas, general capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities.

13/05/2026

Hands-on STEM resources learning have arrived for primary classrooms.

The STELR (Science and Technology Education Leveraging Relevance) education program has launched its first-ever Years 5 and 6 Science and Technologies classroom kits, designed to support inquiry-based learning aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

The kits include practical materials, student workbooks and unit plans that are easy to integrate into existing teaching programs, helping students explore STEM concepts through investigation, problem-solving and real-world learning.

Find out more here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x2shj

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30/04/2026

Curiosity, teamwork and a great science question are all you need to get started 👇

Australia’s Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
ANSTO is inviting students in Years 3–10 to take part in the 2026 Think Science! competition.

Students can work in teams to investigate a science question of their choice, then present their findings in a short video. It’s hands-on, creative and a great way to bring the Science inquiry strand of the Australian Curriculum to life.
No fancy lab required, just curiosity, teamwork and maybe a science teacher who can resist telling atom jokes… although they make up everything ⚛️

With over $10,000 in prizes on offer for schools, it’s a great opportunity to get students thinking, testing and experimenting. Entries close on 3 July 2026.

Find out more and register your school here: https://brnw.ch/21x23Mz

24/04/2026

This Anzac Day we pause to remember the service and sacrifice of Australians who have served in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

More than 1.5 million Australians have served our country, and over 103,000 have lost their lives. We honour their courage and reflect on the impact of their service on families, communities and the nation.

In the Australian Curriculum, students begin learning about the significance of Anzac Day from Year 3, helping them understand its place in Australia’s history and why it continues to be commemorated.

Lest we forget.

21/04/2026

Today is Earth Day 🌏

This year’s theme, Our Power, Our Planet, reminds us that protecting our environment starts with everyday actions, in our communities, classrooms and beyond.

In the Australian Curriculum, students learn about sustainability across a range of learning areas that help them understand how the environment, communities and everyday choices are connected, and how they can take action to make a positive difference.

Learn more about the Sustainability cross-curriculum priority: https://brnw.ch/21x1O7H