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VCE Collaboration Fund boosts subject choices and possibilities

Schools showcase benefits from one-off grants as nominations for the next round close soon.

Hands on learning for sustainability at Gippsland Tech School

Students from seven Latrobe Valley primary schools thrived thanks to Gippsland Tech School’s hands-on approach.

Healthy meals for healthy learners

The food your child eats can have a major influence on their ability to learn and grow

Building better SunSmart habits

Make sun safety fun for your kids this summer

Travel advice for a new year of learning

Information about travelling on public transport, school bus networks and roads

Prep Bags 2021: Free books delivered to thousands of students

Children starting Prep at a Victorian government school will be welcomed with a bag of books and fun resources

Popular books for school starters

Help your child prepare for their first day of kindergarten or school with some popular books about starting school.

Books for kids of all abilities

Braille books are giving kids like Robert the opportunity to read and participate in school.

What we are striving to achieve

The Education State school targets reflect our focus on excellence and equity, and our goal to equip all students with the personal and practical skills to live the lives they want to live, and get the jobs they need.


  1. Learning for life

  2. Happy, healthy and resilient kids

  3. Breaking the link

  4. Pride and confidence in our schools