Parents

Your child’s education, health and wellbeing from 0–18 years

Students and Children

Learning resources, life at school and fun stuff

School Professionals

Practical resources and information for all school staff

Early Childhood Professionals

Resources for everyone who works with children 0–6 years

Community and Stakeholders

Resources for our partners and stakeholders

About the Department

Welcome

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) is committed to ensuring that every young Victorian thrives, learns and grows, enjoying every opportunity to realise a rewarding and fulfilling life.

Key People

Find out more about our Ministers, Secretary and other key people.

Directions and Priorities

Read about our strategies and priorities to give every child every opportunity to thrive.

Careers

Find information on qualifications, scholarships and job vacancies.

Publications

Access Departmental planning, policy and budget documents as well as speeches and news.

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Department News

News

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Choosing the right school

You can now search online for information about schools and other providers of education and training in Victoria. more

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School holiday activities

The winter holidays are a great opportunity for families to spend time together. more

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Honouring our elders, nurturing our youth

Get involved in NAIDOC Week and celebrate the achievements of Indigenous communities. more

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More disadvantaged students heading to university

The 2009 On Track report looks at where our 2008 school-leavers are now. more

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Students learn how to stay safe online

Interactive resources are teaching students how to protect themselves online. more

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swinefluInfluenza H1N1 (Swine Flu) Update

Victoria is now in a ‘Protect' phase of its plan to manage the impact of this strain of influenza in our community. For more information, see: Influenza H1N1 Update 

school buildingBuilding the Education Revolution

Providing schools with new facilities and refurbishments, the Building the Education Revolution program is helping students and teachers meet the needs of 21st century learning. more

shine magazine coverLatest Edition of Shine Magazine

With practical tips and advice, training opportunities, regular columnists and in-depth feature stories, Shine Magazine's latest edition is available online more