NSW school curriculum

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Improvements are being made in stages as we migrate content from educationstandards.nsw.edu.au. VET information is the latest content to move, and other curriculum information will follow in 2025. The NSW Curriculum website continues to house K-12 syllabuses that have been updated as part of the NSW Curriculum Reform.

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Teachers

Discover a collection of resources and information to support teachers both inside and outside the classroom.

Students

Find helpful guides and information to help students in their learning journey, as well as information on celebrating student excellence.

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Parents and carers

Explore information and resources designed to support parents and carers in guiding their child’s learning journey.

Key learning areas

Key learning areas (KLAs) describe broad areas of learning. In NSW, syllabuses are developed within the following KLAs.

Creative Arts

English

HSIE

Languages

Mathematics

PDHPE

Science

Technological and Applied Studies

VET

Curriculum reform

NSW is delivering a new curriculum for Kindergarten to Year 12. It's the first comprehensive reform of the NSW school curriculum in 3 decades. Learn about why and how NESA is reforming the curriculum.

NAPLAN

Learn about NESA’s role in supporting the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN). Find out how to support your child during the test window, and how results are measured and reported.

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Understanding how the NSW curriculum works

NESA is responsible for developing syllabuses to be taught in New South Wales schools from Kindergarten through to Year 12.

The curriculum is structured into Primary and Secondary stages of learning.

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Student support

Student wellbeing

Discover helpful resources to support students through their final year of school, promoting mental resilience and wellbeing as they prepare for the HSC.

Leaving school and RoSA

Some students leave school before finishing the Higher School Certificate (HSC). Learn about study and work options and how to showcase your knowledge and achievements.

Spotlight on success

Teachers inspire, students achieve, and together they shape the future. Let's recognise and celebrate their dedication, hard work, and commitment to learning, growth, and excellence in education.