Australian schools
Australian schools provide high
quality education in a multicultural environment as a foundation
for lifelong learning.
Dedicated and experienced teachers, computer,
library and recreation facilities with extra-curricular activities
make the Australian school experience world class. Australian
schools aim to develop all aspects of a student – academic,
creative, sporting and personal.
International students will feel safe and
supported. Australian schools provide
support services specifically for international students,
including English language assistance. Parents can be assured that
their children will be well cared for.
School is compulsory in Australia from six
years old (primary school). Students then go on to secondary (high)
school. In the final year of study (Year 12), students sit a Senior
Secondary Certificate of Education for entry into university.
Australia has two
types of schools - government and independent. Some independent
schools may have a religious affiliation. Schools may be
co-educational or single sex (boys only or girls only).
All schools must meet the
curricula requirements set down by the Australian Government.
Schools prepare their students for the demands of further education
and take pride in the number of students graduating into
university. Studying in an Australian school opens the door to
unique pathways into the future.
Independent schools often have boarding facilities for students on the school
grounds, while government schools may offer homestay off-campus. Independent schools may also
offer the International Baccalaureate (IB), as well as the Senior
Secondary Certificate.
To find out more about schools, see the
IDP
Excellence Australia: Schools or talk to your
local IDP counsellor.
