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This page will be updated regularly with news items of interest to independent schools.

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Cautious support for Gonski Report
The AIS has given cautious support to the Gonski Report, saying it is a comprehensive funding framework for the future. However, it requires more detail and a commitment from the Government on how the recommendations will be implemented.

Independent enrolments continue upward trend
The most recent ABS data shows that independent school enrolments have continued to rise.
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Outstanding HSC results
Independent school students achieved outstanding HSC results in 2011, with their efforts proving again that independent schools offer the highest possible quality of education. Congratulations to all who completed their HSC.

NSW Schools Advisory Council
The NSW Minister for Education, Adrian Piccoli, has announced the establishment of a NSW Schools Advisory Council. The independent sector will be represented by the AIS on the Council. This is a welcome development that will provide the sector with a strong voice and the ability to raise important issues directly with the Minister.

Review of Funding - submission on research papers
The ISCA Submission to the Gonski Review research papers is available here.
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