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The Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) is managed by VCAA (Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority). The framework is used by early childhood centers and kindergartens in Victoria.

The Victorian Curriculum is managed by VCAA (Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority). All Victorian government and Catholic schools are required to use the Victorian Curriculum F–10. Independent schools may use the Victorian Curriculum F–10 as a model and resource for the effective implementation of the Australian Curriculum.

The Australian Curriculum is managed by The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). Some independent schools in Victoria follow this curriculum in preference to the Victorian Curriculum.

Details of previous Victorian curricula and where to find archived copies

The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is the certificate that the majority of students in Victoria receive on satisfactory completion of their secondary education. The VCE provides diverse pathways to further study or training at university or TAFE and to employment. It is managed by VCAA.

Some schools offer the IB as an alternative to VCE

VCE VET programs are VET qualifications approved by the VCAA following consultation with schools, industry and training providers.

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a senior secondary certificate of education recognised within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
VCAL is a pathway to Technical and Further Education (TAFE), university, apprenticeships/traineeships or employment.

Fifteen senior secondary subjects across English, Mathematics, Science, History and Geography have been endorsed by the council of federal, state and territory education ministers as the agreed and common base for the development of state and territory senior secondary courses. State and territory curriculum, assessment and certification authorities are responsible for determining how the Australian Curriculum content and achievement standards are to be integrated into their courses.

ABC Education brings you thousands of free, curriculum-linked resources for Primary and Secondary students and teachers.

AEF provides school leaders, teachers and students with the global perspectives and tools to amplify their intercultural skills and mindsets. AEF delivers informative resources, national and international professional learning, innovative programs and rich networks that connect Australian schools with over 20 countries in Asia-Pacific.

This site houses a range of resources that can be used to support teachers as they implement the Australian Curriculum

Curriculum resources from the UK for Primary to Secondary level students

Teaching resources from USA that aim to be fun and engaging.

Provides relevant and engaging information about the three pillars of sustainability: social, economic and environmental.

This site provides links to Victorian teacher association websites which house many resources on various curriculum subjects.

Resources from the Victorian Department of Education and Training

The International Children’s Digital Library (ICDL) allows you to read over 1500 children's books online. The books are published in many different countries and languages. It provides free access to high-quality digital books from around the world. You can browse by age, genre, book length, character types.

Free online community for teachers, educationally focused videos are shared.

VCAA has an array of resources to support schools in implementing the VC, including professional learning opportunities. Resources are organised by curriculum areas, cross-curriculum topics and a professional learning program.

Online episodes, clips, transcripts and teacher materials to support the ABC television show.

The Civics and Citizenship Education website contains resources, information, activities and links for teachers, students and parents involved in civics and citizenship education.

Provides relevant and engaging information about the three pillars of sustainability: social, economic and environmental.

The Geography Teachers' Association of Victoria (GTAV) provides links to various F - 12 geography resources. Perservice teachers can become GTAV members for free.

The Foodprint Melbourne research team has worked with the Geography Teachers' Association of Victoria to develop a set of teaching resources to support the 'Biomes and food security' unit of the Year 9 geography curriculum.

The website for the History Channel in the USA. Features episodes of various programs available online about historical events throughout Europe and America.

History Teachers' Association of Victoria (HTAV) provides links to various F-12 history resources via its member section. Perservice teachers can become HTAV members for free.

MoneyMinded is a financial education program which helps people make informed decisions about the use and management of their money.

The My Place website is where students can explore one place on earth and the kids who have lived there since time began.

This website is maintained by John Larkin, who teaches history to secondary school students in New South Wales. There are resources for topics such as: The Vietnam War, Communism & Menzies, Aboriginal History and much more.

The Parliamentary Education Office (PEO) educates Australians about, and inspires their enthusiasm for, Australia’s parliamentary democracy. Through accessible, immersive, experiential programs and resources we foster informed, engaged and active citizens of all ages. Located in Australia’s Parliament House, we are leaders in civics and citizenship education.

The Parliament of Victoria provides a range of educational programs and resources for teachers and students.

The Racism. No way! project aims to assist Australian school communities and education systems to recognise and address racism in the learning environment.

An advocate for social, political, civics and citizenship education.

Free resources to use in your classroom relating to the Sovereign Hill outdoor museum.

This page from the State Library of Victoria supports the teaching and learning of history from Levels 7 to 12. It has a range of resources, including activities and worksheets, as well as dedicated resource kits (units). Students can also delve into the ‘Explore history' section, which tells the stories of Victoria's social, political and cultural development with original documents and images that they can use in assignments.

Contains free UK history resources, devised by teachers, for teachers and teaching assistants in primary and secondary education for many subjects.

Environment Education Victoria (EEV) has a dedicated team of experienced people. Our team at Environment Education Victoria deliver a range of services for our members and the greater environment & sustainability education community across the state.

Primary Connections: Linking science with literacy is the Australian Academy of Science's flagship primary school science program. It is an innovative approach to teaching and learning which aims to enhance primary school teachers' confidence and competence for teaching science.

STAV provides leadership, support, services, programs and resources for all levels of science education. STAV represents the collective voice of all teachers of science in all matters relating to the teaching of science in Victoria, and through ASTA (the Australian Science Teachers Association) it represents these teachers at a national level.

Created by the University of California at Berkeley, Understanding Science offers a variety of resources to integrate the nature and process of science into teaching at all levels of education.

This document is Western Australia based (DET, WA), but it comprehensively describes the 5Es model of instruction and how it can be applied in science teaching and learning.

AEF provides school leaders, teachers and students with the global perspectives and tools to amplify their intercultural skills and mindsets. AEF delivers informative resources, national and international professional learning, innovative programs and rich networks that connect Australian schools with over 20 countries in Asia-Pacific.

Students can learn languages at their own pace and have fun with the language.

A course in basic to advanced Indonesian, divided into units 1-14.

Free resources for language teachers and students from the Victorian Department of Education and Training

This page contains Latin text, including Medieval Latin.

Italian language online provides offline and online access to a wide variety of learning material from beginners to advanced level.

Thousands of resources for both students and teachers of second languages, from basic vocabulary and grammar guides to advanced writing and conversation exercises.

Home Economics Victoria is a health promotion charity and registered training organisation specialising in home economics, textiles, health promotion & human development for secondary school teachers.

A collection of lessons, calculators, and worksheets created to assist students and teachers of algebra.

An award-winning library of over 2,600 videos covering everything from arithmetic to trigonometry and over 200 practice exercises.

MAV is a highly respected, proactive professional association that fosters the promotion of mathematics education. Teacher resources F-12 are available from MAV.

Helping students gain understanding and self-confidence in algebra and other mathematical concepts.

The NHMRC promotes health and medical research and training; it also monitors ethical issues relating to health throughout Australia.

Site for teachers, parents and students. It provides information about developmentally appropriate physical education practices and programs.

Victoria Walks supports school communities to motivate and encourage students, families and staff to become healthier, happier and more active by walking. They provide a range of services and educational resources for both primary and secondary schools.