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West Australian schools introduce AI teaching assistantÂ
Ten West Australian Catholic schools will take part in an Australian-first pilot of an AI teaching assistant aimed at improving student outcomes by supporting teachers with research-led use of AI. Source: CEWA.
Headline speakers for education conference announced
The National Catholic Education Commission and the Cairns Diocese have announced some of the headline speakers for the 2025 Australian Catholic Education Conference.
Rise in teaching enrolments a boost for profession
Enrolments in Australian Catholic University’s teaching courses have soared at its Brisbane campus in a positive sign for the profession, which has long struggled with educator shortages.
St Mary’s welcomes first female pupils as Sydney school goes co-ed
One of Sydney’s oldest Catholic schools has welcomed the return of female students for the first time in almost 60 years. Source: News.com.au.
New learning and teaching program puts students ‘on the same page’Â
Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd has launched a transformative learning and teaching program rolled out to 51 Catholic schools across the Sandhurst Diocese in Victoria.
After 50 years, peak body to undergo restructure
Queensland Catholic education’s peak body will take on a new form in 2026 to strengthen its governance and ensure continued accountability and transparency in its operations. Source: QCEC.
College backs Classical education program
Liberal arts tertiary institute Campion College will offer the Foundations in the Classics Homeschool Program, a new initiative for homeschoolers aged 13–17.Â
Education experts’ tips for safe and successful school yearÂ
Australian Catholic University education experts have united to provide practical tips and advice to support students, parents, and educators in time for the start of the 2025 school year.
School attendance falls towards pandemic-level lowsÂ
At least 1.6 million Australian children missed a month’s worth of lessons last year, as school attendance slipped back towards pandemic-level lows. Source: The Australian.