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Read all about events, achievements and new initiatives within the department and our schools and preschools on this page. Also see media releases.

Bushfire tragedy drives Resilient Lenswood project

24 July 2025

A passionate parent at Lenswood Primary School has devoted countless volunteer hours to develop and lead a Parents in Education funded project aimed at building resilience and bolstering community ties.

Camps and excursions funding expanded to support children in drought

15 July 2025

Funding for a program supporting drought-impacted families of public school students to go on school camps or excursions has been bolstered, following overwhelming demand from schools.

Supporting early learning through observation

8 July 2025

In term 3 2025, up to 250 teachers across government and non-government preschool sites in South Australia will have the opportunity to take part in a trial of the Early Years Assessment and Learning Tool (EYALT).

Literacy Guarantee for South Australian children

4 July 2025

A fresh focus on children’s literacy to ensure their lifetime learning capacity is the basis of a refreshed Literacy Guarantee developed to support parents, teachers and students.

Non-mainstream schooling review to ensure student engagement

2 July 2025

A review of schools, services and programs will be undertaken to look at how to engage students who receive their education outside of mainstream public education.

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