All Year 1 students will undergo a numeracy check from 2026, following a trial this year that found more than 60% of students were “mathematically vulnerable”.

A ceremony was held at Parliament House to recognise 76 secondary school students from across South Australia for their contribution made to their school through accessing democratic processes.

With the opening of a $5.2 million school upgrade at Woodend Primary School, a $16 million construction undertaking to deliver new gymnasiums at four schools has been revealed.

Individuals and teams across the state have been recognised for excellence and innovation in their work in public education as the winners of this year’s Public Education Awards were announced.

New cyber security awareness training is being provided to teachers and other Department for Education staff.