Introducing ACARA
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) is responsible for:
A national curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 12 in specified learning areas.
A national assessment program aligned to the national curriculum that measures students’ progress.
A national data collection and reporting program that supports:
analysis, evaluation, research and resource allocation; and
accountability and reporting on schools and broader national achievement.
My School enquiries
Reception and general enquiries: 1300 895 563
Media enquiries ONLY: 02 9928 1517 from 9 am to 6 pm or for anything urgent, 0412584679 after hours.
General enquiries and website help: info@myschool.edu.au
Latest news
Employment opportunities
ACARA currently has a range of positions available.
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My School website visits
Total visits at 1pm 4 February: 1,736,035
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University of Melbourne 2010 National Curriculum Symposium (25-27 February 2010)
NAPLAN 2009 National Report
Download the NAPLAN 2009 National Report from our Publications page
Events and publications
ACARA welcomes and encourages your input and involvement in the development of the Australian curriculum.
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