Victorian schools back.
Jul 28, 2021
Another year of disruption for Vic and NSW, and some for SA, especially for Year 12 students. And for teachers working from home, teaching other kids while their kids are at home, too.
A positive outcome of this situation is that many parents have changed their attitude to teachers. They now understand what teaching is from the perspective of trying to teach. Until then, parents often still had a perspective on teachers from their days as a student, so lacking insight and comprehension of the complexity of the role. That's changed!
Rich Schools, Poor Schools
Australia’s schooling system is among the most highly segregated in the OECD. Public schools educate the majority of disadvantaged students, while there is concentrated advantage in private schools.
This situation can be attributed, in large part, to our school funding arrangements. Recent research
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Hurry if you haven't sorted Book Week
As Term 3 is almost upon us, if you haven't sorted a Book Week incursion, hurry! If you're flexible with dates, you might be able to swing one of our great shows.
See our Book Week Shows here.
Image: Something Special Live - Available NSW, QLD, ACT,VIC,SA & WA
Livestream version available nationally
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Naidoc Week in 2026
The next cultural day to celebrate nationally is NAIDOC week. This year on 5-12 July, when all Australian schools are on holiday. The likely time schools could celebrate is the first week of July, when some states are still at school.
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