Read all about events, achievements and new initiatives within the department and our schools and preschools on this page. Also see media releases.
Phonics check shows most students on track
29 November 2024Screening of Year 1 students in South Australia’s public schools in 2024 has shown 7 out of every 10 students either have appropriate or above average phonics skills for their age – meaning their literacy skills are on track.
Better protection against abusive parents at schools
28 November 2024Legislation to give schools greater powers to manage violent and abusive parents has been introduced in State Parliament.
Kicking off a new partnership between footy and schools
25 November 2024The South Australian National Football League (SANFL) and State Government have formally agreed to a new partnership which aims to boost participation in Aussie rules and promote health and wellbeing for a new generation of young South Australians through our school communities.
Scholarships boost regional teaching experience
25 November 2024Scholarships to encourage new teachers to move to country South Australia have been awarded to 45 university students as part of a program to boost country schools and preschools.
Record number of school students meeting the Premier’s be active Challenge
22 November 2024The Premier’s be active Challenge has had its most successful year since 2015, with the highest number of completions and a new record for school involvement.