Find a school
Search the schools directory for school contact details and information about the size of the school and the year levels taught. It includes information for non-state schools and provides links to school websites.
Read more about enrolment requirements and procedures.
Types of schools and services offered
Distance education
Parents can enrol their child in a school of distance education. There are eligibility criteria and in some cases fees may be charged for this service. With distance education:
- school curriculum programs are provided for students
- teachers help monitor the child's learning and report on progress (as in state schools)
- the parent is the home tutor.
Find more about distance education and schooling in remote areas.
Home education
Parents who register their child for home education are required to:
- accept legal responsibility for their child's education
- provide a high-quality education for their child
- provide a suitable learning environment in the home.
Parents can choose to educate their child themselves or enlist a registered teacher.
Find out more about home education and how to apply.
Before- and after-school care
Outside school hours care (OSHC) and school holiday programs are often run at schools.
Contact your school to see what is offered.
Related links
Read about specialist programs (including languages).
