Schooling Options

Parent Association Bodies - Government Schools

This list provides links to state and territory peak bodies, representing parent associations for government schools. Many have parent sections on their websites with further resources and links. ...read more »

Parent Association Bodies - Non-Government Schools

This list provides links to state and territory bodies, representing parent associations for non-government schools. Many have parent sections on their websites with further resources and links.

These associations are represented on a national level by the Australian Parents Council (APC). The APC is the peak national organisation representing the interests of the parents, families and school communities of 1.1 million children attending non-government schools throughout Australia. ...read more »

Associations of Independent Schools

The peak representative bodies for independent schools in each state and nationally. ...read more »

State and Territory Government Education Authorities

This list provides links to the state and territory government authorities, responsible for government schools. ...read more »

Catholic Education Commission Websites

The representative body for Catholic schools in each state. Some state commissions look after several regional offices. Click on the relevant link below for information on your state. ...read more »

Snapshot of Catholic Education in Victoria

From the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria Catholic schools are an important part of the Catholic Church’s mission; they seek to be the schools of first choice for Catholic parents. Dignity and respect for each student form the basis of teaching and learning in Catholic schools, with the values of the Gospel integral to the faith development activities and religious education programs.

Online School Directories

If you're a parent looking for a school for your child, anywhere in Australia, you'll find it using these online services. ...read more »

Free Internet For Victorian Government Schools In 2010

October 2009 Victorian government schools will now enjoy free internet access from the first day of term one in 2010, Education Minister Bronwyn Pike announced today. ...read more »

Government School Locators

These government school locators help you to find schools in your area, and provide basic information about each school and contact details. Some sites provide easy access to a wealth of information including school curriculum and programs, special features and virtual tours of schools that match your interest. ...read more »

Book: School Choice - How to Negotiate the New School Market in Australia

School Choice: How to Negotiate the New School Market in Australia
Author: Helen Proctor, Geoffrey Sherington, Craig Campbell

What's the real barbecue stopper in Australian suburbs today? It's choosing a school for our children. Based on extensive interviews with parents, School Choice reveals their experience of the school selection process. Some are bruised or frustrated. Others feel that schools, not parents, have the real power to choose who goes to which school.