Agreements between the Albanese Government and seven states and territories delivering full funding over the next decade for public schools
A $16.5 billion commitment from the Albanese Government to lift its share of public school funding to a historic high of 25%
Ensure every dollar of additional funding makes a real difference for teachers, students and support staff in public schools across the nation
Secure a nation-building investment in state of the art teaching and learning facilities for every school.
February 04, 2026
Australian public school teachers are spending more than $175 million of their own money each year on basic classroom supplies, exposing the personal impact of chronic underfunding of public schools, according to new data from the AEU.
November 24, 2025
Early career teachers are reporting overwhelming workloads, insufficient support, and inadequate preparation through initial teacher education (ITE), causing many to consider leaving the profession, according to a new AEU survey.
November 05, 2025
Thanks to our collective efforts, we’ve secured historic agreements between the Albanese Government and the states and territories to start fixing the chronic underfunding of public schools.
SUCCESS STORIES
ADELAIDE BOTANIC High School is South Australia’s first vertical secondary school. The building’s purpose-built design has shifted learning from something contained, to something dynamic and connected.
The school has dedicated wellbeing spaces that many students use. In these spaces, students are supported by either a youth worker or wellbeing leader.
“Our spaces are designed to support the diverse needs of all students, including those who are neurodivergent,” Principal Sarah Chambers says.
SUCCESS STORIES
The seeds of inspiration planted at Charles Campbell College in Adelaide years ago have flourished into a program that nurtures students in Years 3 to 6.
The kitchen garden program, led by Andrew Adair, has transformed a wasteland into a thriving educational space. Students develop practical, culinary, and commercial skills, running a successful market. This initiative fosters a love for healthy eating and learning, evidenced by enthusiastic participation and parental engagement.
SUCCESS STORIES
A commitment to community, culture, language and connection at Briar Road Public School drives sustainable success.
Briar Road Public School's commitment to community and culture, led by Principal Tammy Anderson, has sparked a quiet revolution. Language revitalisation, cultural leadership, and embedded Indigenous perspectives have fostered a deep sense of belonging, driving high attendance, success rates, and genuine reconciliation for all students.
SUCCESS STORIES
EXPANDING SUPPORTS for students and families is paying off for public schools in communities with high levels of socioeconomic disadvantage.
By integrating health and social services, full-service schools like Challis Community Primary School and Ashcroft Public School are seeing improved attendance, academic outcomes, and family engagement. This whole-child approach addresses root causes, building trust and thriving communities.
SUCCESS STORIES
THE INDIGENOUS flora recently planted at Mt Stromlo High School are a visible manifestation of a cultural shift happening within the school.
The ACT school has a well-established Buunji class, which is part of an evolving partnership between the school, Aboriginal families and Torres Strait Islander families, community members and local Elders to provide an integrated learning program for Year 7 to 10 Aboriginal students and Torres Strait Islander students.
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