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Find government information about early childhood, primary and secondary school, and further education.

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VCE is changing from 2023

VCE now includes the new Vocational Major, replacing VCAL. Whatever your talent, pursue it under the new VCE.

Learn about the new VCE

New teaching scholarship and other workforce supports

Find out what's happening in Victoria to better attract, retain, and support teachers, including new scholarships and financial incentives.

Apply for teaching jobs in Victorian government schools

Search and apply for specific roles or submit your interest in the Job Opportunities Pool to be considered for a range of roles.

Apply now

Education – information for parents

Practical information for Victorian parents and carers to support their child's learning needs.

Early childhood education – information for professionals

Support children's learning and development, access funding and find career support.

Information for schools

Resources to support Victorian school staff.

Policy and Advisory Library (PAL)

A-Z of all operational policy, guidance and resources to support schools and school councils

Payroll tax for non-government schools

Including a list of non-government schools exempt from payroll tax and a list of non-government schools not exempt from payroll tax.

TAFE, training and universities

Find a training course, become an apprentice or trainee and find out if you are eligible for Free TAFE for priority jobs.

About the department

Our work and strategy, contact information, governance and careers.

Explore our programs, research, events and awards

Program directory: Department of Education

Find our current school program offerings, initiatives and campaigns.

Events: Department of Education

Our major annual events.

Awards: Department of Education

Celebrating students, teachers and early years staff in Victoria.

Grants and programs: Department of Education

Funding and programs available through the Department of Education

Research: Department of Education

We use research to make decisions and set policies. This section includes research approvals, our data collections, and publications.

Responding to emergencies and natural disasters in schools and early childhood services

We ensure schools and early childhood services are prepared for emergencies and natural disasters.

News from the Education State

Prep bags

Each Prep student attending a Victorian government school will receive a Prep bag to celebrate this milestone in their education journey.

Become an early childhood teacher or educator

Become a kindergarten teacher or educator. Financial support and incentives available now. It’s your chance to make a difference.

Kinder Kits

We're giving all children enrolled in a funded Three-Year-Old Kindergarten program in 2023 a specially designed Kinder Kit.

The Best Start, Best Life reforms

Victoria’s $14 billion social and economic early childhood education reforms.

Reviewed 19 September 2023

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Department of Education Victoria

2 Treasury Place, East Melbourne, VIC 3002
03 9637 2000
@VicGovDE
Education Vic

Have your say on government education projects

We’re asking for feedback on education projects across Victoria. Find out what’s happening now.

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