Homeschooling Reporting Requirements in South Australia
⚠️ Please Note: Your registration period with the SA Department of Education is generally 12 months. ⚠️
In South Australia, Homeschooling families are required to report on their child's progress in their education each year. This is to ensure that students are receiving a quality education and are meeting the necessary standards for their grade level.
Once your registration period expires, you will be required to report/re-register shortly or immediately after. If you are not aware of your reporting due date, please contact the SA Department to confirm.
In order to make the reporting process as smooth and efficient as possible, please follow the guidelines provided by the SA Department of Education.
The SA Department of Education
The SA Department of Education is the governing body responsible for overseeing education in the state of South Australia. They have specific requirements for Homeschooling families when it comes to reporting and re-registration.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 8226 1327
We strongly recommend contacting the SA Homeschooling unit to clarify your exact reporting requirements. You can email the SA Department of Education directly: [email protected], to go through the requirements. They will be able to answer any questions you may have and provide further guidance.
Please also read through the "SA Reporting Process" (file attached), as this provides reporting tips/instructions written by the SA Department of Education. This will give you a better understanding of what is expected and how to prepare for your child's report.
Reporting Requirements
Include the following in your report to the SA Department of Education
Please request that they email this form to you if they haven't already done so.
It will be helpful to watch this video before you proceed: Work Samples and Parent Checklists
Basic Reporting Template
In order to make the reporting process as smooth and efficient as possible, it is recommended to use a basic reporting template. Please have this template ready to submit to the SA Department of Education.
Work Samples
Work samples are a key part of your child's report. The SA Department of Education requires a minimum of 2 work samples from English and Maths, and 1 work sample for every other subject for each term of the academic year. If you choose to use the Government Report Creator, you will need to provide a concise overview of your child's progress throughout the year, including 4 work samples from each subject area. It is always a good idea to keep a few extra work samples on hand, as reporting is often up to the discretion of the moderator.
Parent Assessment Checklists
In addition to work samples, the SA Department of Education also requires corresponding Parent Assessment Checklists. For every work sample, you will need to provide a checklist completed by the parent. If you have 15 work samples, you will need 15 checklists.
Additional questions
If you have any questions or concerns about your reporting requirements, please contact the SA Homeschooling unit at [email protected]. They will be able to assist you and provide further guidance.
We hope this article has provided you with the necessary information on reporting requirements in South Australia. Remember to always stay up-to-date with the SA Department of Education's guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful Homeschooling experience.