On 16 May 2024, the Hon Dr Tony Buti, Minister for Education, announced the release of the Expert Panel Report: Consultation Draft. Refer to the media statement, Cook Government releases blueprint for senior secondary pathways.
The Consultation Draft was informed by extensive engagement with a broad range of stakeholders. It highlights the need for further enhancements to ensure our senior secondary education system offers accessible and meaningful pathways for all students.
The Consultation Draft proposes a suite of 35 draft recommendations against 3 distinct areas for change:
- Reframing the purposes of senior secondary education
- A system built from learning goals
- More fully recognising student diversity and achievement.
Submissions to the Consultation Draft closed at 11:59 pm (AWST) on Friday 16 August 2024. More than 100 submissions were received from a broad range of stakeholders.
The Expert Panel sincerely thanks all individuals and organisations who took the time to prepare a submission.
To access a copy of this report, download the Expert Panel Report: Consultation Draft (PDF).