World class education by 2028
Growth for every student in every class in every school
We have a plan to take the statewide standard of public education in South Australia from good to great.
We will be recognised as one of the best public education systems in the world by 2028 – where every children’s centre, preschool and school is world-class.
A great education can change lives.
What we're doing today will improve the futures for the majority of children in South Australia.
Strategic Plan – Towards 2028
Our strategic plan outlines the work we have done, our current focus and the future steps as build a world-class public education system in South Australia.
The plan focuses on 6 key levers and outlines the reforms we will implement over the next 3 years to help us achieve growth for every child and student in every public preschool and school in South Australia.
This plan is for everyone – staff, parents, carers, employers, the South Australian community – a coalition committed to our world-class ambition.
Strategic plan on a page
The plan on a page is a simple, one-page summary of our Strategic Plan.
Our strategy explained
This short video provides an overview of our strategic direction and how our reform agenda comes together to achieve growth for every child and student in every preschool and school.
Our story so far
We are 3 years into our 10-year improvement strategy. Watch this video to discover what we have achieved so far and what steps we will take next to achieve a world-class education system.
Map to world-class
Learn more about the work we've done and the steps we're taking to build a world-class education system in our 'map to world-class' augmented reality (AR) experience.
Download the map or make your own cube using the template.
To start the AR experience, use the camera on your mobile device to scan the QR code. Once launched, scan each circle on the map or cube to learn more.
What is world-class education?
We’ve measured the standard of education on a universal scale that compares school systems across the world. It’s mapped using a range of national and international skill based assessments.
In 2017 the achievement levels of students in South Australian public schools was sitting at the bottom of good. The world-class standard is great.
Our goal is to accelerate achievement from good to great and beyond.
2021 Action Plan
The 2021 Action Plan highlights some of the key work planned for this year.
Download your A3 printable copy (PDF 2.8MB) or watch this short clip to find out more.
School improvement
Every school and preschool has developed a 3-year plan for improvement.
The plans show where each school will focus its efforts to achieve growth for every student.
Strategies
Aboriginal Education Strategy
We want every Aboriginal child and young person to achieve their highest potential.
Music Education Strategy
Give all students access to high-quality music education.
Entrepreneurial Learning Strategy
Entrepreneurial Learning Strategy
Encourage students to learn, practice and use their enterprise skills in every area of the curriculum.
International Education Strategy
International Education Strategy
Support our students to develop knowledge and abilities to be successful in a diverse and globally connected world.
Languages Strategy
Reinvigorate the study of languages in South Australian schools.
Early Learning Strategy
Support children to thrive and learn in the first five years of life.
Orbis – exemplary learning for educators
Orbis delivers the very best professional learning to our teachers and leaders.
World-class providers such as the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the University of Melbourne deliver our programs.
Orbis offers programs in literacy, numeracy and instructional leadership, as well as the Leadership for School Excellence program.
Capital projects
A major $1.4 billion investment in better school facilities will upgrade more than 100 schools and preschools.
We’re building 5 new schools in Angle Vale, Aldinga, Goolwa, Rostrevor and Whyalla to accommodate the increasing student numbers in public schools.
See a list of schools being upgraded through the education capital works program
High speed internet for schools and preschools
We’re connecting public schools and preschools to high-speed fibre optic cable.
Every public school, teacher, and student will have access to high-speed, reliable internet, at the speed they need, when they need it – regardless of location. This is one of the biggest information technology projects we’ve ever taken on.
Vocational education and training (VET)
We’re working with industry to strengthen the connection between VET delivered to school students and employer needs.
We’re aligning vocational pathways to future jobs, piloting flexible apprenticeships, and providing better career education to help prepare students for the workforce and further education.