Broadmeadows is focussed on implementing a brain-based learning program to develop students’ self-awareness and metacognitive strategies to optimise learning.

This ground-breaking international program exposes school leaders to innovative, evidence-informed educational practice on a global scale. The focus is to draw on SVA networks around the world, in order to explore landmark teaching and learning models, within schools and communities experiencing disadvantage outside of Australia. The inaugural CIE in 2017 was attended by 12 school […]

With the onset of COVID-19, we are operating in a new world. While there are many changes and challenges, one constant is that SVA is continuing to work with our partners, both for the crisis today and for the Australia we want tomorrow. Governments have been announcing measures designed to relieve the burden and maintain cash flow for […]

Dandenong North Primary School has embarked on a comprehensive program of professional learning and support for new teachers called IMOCAD.

The Community Engagement Report shows how Google’s partnerships and initiatives are making a difference for communities across Australia.

These quarterly events involve school leaders in local geographical clusters working collaboratively on their contextual challenges and opportunities. Hub Days are often hosted by a particular school, providing unique access to participants to explore in-situ initiatives in action. Themes for Hub Days are equally focused on reflection, learning and planning, as guided by the collective […]

Hume Central Secondary College is focussed on applying an evidence-informed approach to achieving social and emotional outcomes for students.

Young people should all have the chance to pursue lives of their choosing – lives that are rich with opportunities to learn, work, connect with others and engage in the community. This should not be different for young people with intellectual disability. Yet these young people face barriers to accessing the support, services and experiences […]

Merrylands East Public School is focussed on the integration of play based, project based and passion based learning into the curriculum.

Five Star Hub schools located in the South West region of the metropolitan area of Sydney.

SVA, supported by 19 co-signatory child and family organisations, wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Scott Morrison on 3 August, raising concerns about the more than 1 million children in Australia at risk of poverty as financial hardship for families increases through Covid-19. We drew the link between low income supports, childhood poverty, and […]

Charities are different to businesses. We need tailored government support to preserve jobs and services, in order to build back better beyond Covid-19.

The Paying What It Takes report explores the true cost of creating change in our society and the need to remedy Australia’s grantmaking approach.

The SVA Bright Spots Schools Connection identifies and invests in Powerhouse schools that have demonstrated excellence outcomes despite challenging circumstances.

2017 Prime Minister and Cabinet (now National Indigenous Australians Agency) Environment Branch evaluation plan: The Indigenous Land and Sea Management (ILSM) Outcomes Framework Objective To develop a shared outcomes framework that would enable PM&C and the ILSM sector to collect better evidence about the outcomes created by ILSM programs. The ILSM Outcomes Framework would be […]

Rooty Hill High Schools is addressing student capabilities and transitioning to further education and/or work gaps.

Silverton Primary School has embarked on a comprehensive program to develop leadership competencies and capabilities and create a shared leadership structure.

Five Star Hub schools identified and selected by the Teaching and Learning Services of the South Australian Department for Education and Child Development.

St Albans Secondary College is ensuring equitable access to digital technologies for students and creating an eLearning vision across all subject areas.

The Connection identifies Star Hubs schools that have the appetite for change, and supports them to access and understand the evidence on successful school improvement.

The STEM Learning Hub brings STEM expertise and support to schools in communities where those resources are most needed.

Thought Leadership Gatherings are opportunities for school leaders to collectively share insights, challenge thinking, and be informed of successful approaches.

Toronto High School, NSW is focussed on developing and expanding an existing Collaborative Peer Learning Program for teachers to enhance teachers and learning.

Seven Victorian Star Hub schools geographically clustered in the South Eastern corridor of Melbourne, centred around the Dandenong area.