Local schools offer an excellent, inclusive and equitable education and learning environment.
29 April 2024
ACT public school enrolments for the 2025 school year are now open.
There is a place for every child in their local public school, from kindergarten to year 12.
Local schools offer an excellent, inclusive and equitable education and learning environment.
Enrolling before 7 June means you will receive an offer from 29 July 2024. This way you can start planning for the year ahead, knowing where your child will be attending school.
Find out more about your local school
Go online to learn more about your local school and what makes it great.
Some schools will hold information sessions in the coming weeks – these are a great way to discover what your local school offers.
You can also contact the school directly to find out more.
Enrolling in preschool
Every four-year-old child is guaranteed 15 hours of preschool a week in the ACT.
Children are eligible for preschool in 2025 if they turn four on or before 30 April 2025.
Preschool places, like school places, are notallocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Families are encouraged to apply for the preschool for their local primary school. Please note, however, it is not always possible to guarantee a place at your local or preferred preschool, due to capacity constraints at some sites.
Priority Enrolment Areas
Enrolment is determined by a child or young person’s place of residence.
The ACT is divided into Priority Enrolment Areas (PEAs) which are defined geographical areas.
In 2025 a new high school will open in the north Gungahlin suburb of Taylor. As a result, there are some changes to Priority Enrolment Areas (PEA) for 2025.
PEA changes can be found on the Education Directorate’s website.
Upgrading and improving schools
The ACT Government is committed to building, expanding and upgrading schools across Canberra.
Upgrades are improving facilities and ensuring students with disability can take full advantage of education opportunities.
Other works include new learning spaces and wet areas, bike sheds, outdoor shade areas and improvements to playgrounds.
Enrolment key dates
- 30 April 2024 – online applications open
- 7 June 2024 – apply by this date to receive an offer from 29 July 2024
Applications received after 7 June may receive an offer later in the year.
For more information
- visit the Education Directorate’s website to enrol online
- phone the Enrolment Helpline on 6205 5429.
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