How would you describe life in Australian schools?

All schools must be registered with the state or territory education department and are subject to government requirements in terms of infrastructure and teacher registration. Australian schools do more than just educate students. read more

It is important to be on time in Australia — it is polite to call if you are going to be late for an appointment. Smoking is not permitted in restaurants, bars, nightclubs and many other public covered areas, such as train stations. Littering is prohibited, as is drinking alcohol in a public place. read more

Australian schools do more than just educate students. They prepare them for life − developing communication skills, self-discipline and respect for themselves, their peers and their world. Schools offer a broad curriculum in the key learning areas – English, mathematics, studies of society and the environment, science, arts, Languages Other Than English (LOTE), technology, health and physical education. read more

South Australia primary schooling takes place from Year 1 - 7 (ages approximately 6 - 11). Secondary Schooling is from Year 8 - 12. During the two senior post-compulsory years (year 11 and 12) students will be encouraged to strive for the South Australian Certificate of Education. read more