Capital Territory

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT), public education and training system delivers a high quality education service to a demanding and supportive community. Almost all educational institutions in the Australian Capital Territory are located within Canberra.

The Department of Education and Training delivers high quality education services through government schools; registers non government schools; and administers vocational education and training in the ACT. "Education is of strategic importance and is a key investment in the future of the ACT. A well-educated community is the basis of what makes the territory socially and economically healthy. ACT government schools have an excellent record of education provision that is participative, inclusive and supports lifelong learning.