Department of Education - Victoria

The Department of Education aims to provide every student in Victoria with equal access to high-quality public education. Our vision is to enhance student experiences and wellbeing and provide educators with the resources they need to guide young people. We strive to ensure that Victorians have the education and skills they need to contribute to today’s society. 

As the Education state, we believe education is the key to empowering young people to reach their potential. The department is responsible for early childhood and school education in Victoria through the provision of a wide range of learning and development support and services: 

• Providing policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria, and leading key cross-sector collaboration. 

• Providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and early learning. 

Teaching in Victorian government schools is a rewarding and dynamic career where no two days are the same. As a teacher you have an opportunity to have a real impact on a child’s life. 

Victorian government school teachers are supported by their peers, their leaders and the government to deliver great outcomes for their students. They apply the latest research and global best-practice to achieve excellence in our schools. 

As a teacher you can inspire your students and help each Victorian child become a better version of themselves. 

Our Vision

"A great education for every child and young person – so they can thrive now, and in the future, for a fairer, smarter and more prosperous state."