An established Adelaide-based architect has been appointed to design the first of five new technical colleges to be built in South Australia.

The new $5 million performing arts centre at Para Hills High School is an all-singing, all-dancing space, large enough to give students the chance to show off their skills.The performing arts centre has a capacity to seat 200 people and was officially opened today.

A new outdoor pavilion, large enough for the 1400 students at Gawler and District College B-12 to gather in has been officially opened.

New practice guidance has been developed to help educators support all learners, particularly those in mainstream preschools and schools, who require adjustments to participate in their learning.

Two 18-month pilot programs are underway to expand the reach of free child development checks. The checks, designed for children aged 0 to 5 years across South Australia, are a way to identify any developmental concerns.