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How ACT Public Schools Work 

Why this matters

Public education in the ACT involves many connected parts. Understanding how these fit together helps parents and P&Cs navigate systems, raise concerns effectively and engage constructively. 

Key parts of the system 

The public school system includes: 

  • Schools and principals 
  • Parents, carers and P&Cs 
  • School boards 
  • ACT Parents 
  • The Education Directorate 
  • National and system partners 

Each plays a different role, but all contribute to student outcomes.

Where ACT Parents fits 

ACT Parents connects local parent experience with system-level decision-making, helping ensure family perspectives are heard where it matters. 

Good practice tip 

Knowing who does what makes it easier to raise issues at the right level. 

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Authorised by Veronica Elliott for ACT Parents

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