ACT public schools offer supports to help your child learn and thrive at school. Check out how to connect and learn more.
New Research: Students using the Framework outperform peers academically, personally and socially.
The Australian Early Development Census acknowledges the achievements of the Southside Initiative (2024-2026). You can read the Southside Initiative Community Story (and other Canberra stories) here.
The Southside Initiative wrapped up 1 July, 2026.
In 2025, the wellbeing of Australia’s children stands at a crossroads. While many are doing well across key domains, far too many children are being left behind, particularly those facing systemic disadvantage.
FEAST (Food Education and Sustainability Training) is a FREE 10-week curriculum-aligned education program for primary and high schools, which explores the issue of food waste and its environmental impact, positive food choices and easy classroom cooking.
The new hub has tools and information to help understand and prevent online gambling harm among children and young people.
A Summary:
Healthy eating, regular physical activity and quality sleep are essential for good physical and mental health and wellbeing at any age.
The percentage of ACT children starting school with developmental vulnerabilities is higher than nationally.
Getting Played aims to equip young people with the critical thinking skills needed to navigate the pervasive marketing and technology landscape that promotes gambling.
Cancer Council ACT’s NEW free education and training program to support vaping prevention and safe and effective quit pathways for students at ACT secondary schools and colleges.
