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Department of Education MPS ActGGS℗
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Aliases
Department of Education
EDUCATION
THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Link
https://www.education.gov.au/
Portfolio
EDUCATION

Type of Body
Non-corporate Commonwealth entity
Accountable authority
Secretary of the Department of Education
Lead Body
Yes
Institutional sector classification
General Government Sector - (GGS)
Employment instruments
Public Service Act 1999
Establishing instruments
Administrative Arrangements Orders

Additional annual report requirement in establishing legislation
No

Section 35 of the PGPA Act applies
Yes
Section 35(3) of the PGPA Act applies
Yes

Outcome #1: Improved early learning, schooling, student educational outcomes and transitions to and from school through access to quality early childhood education and care, support, parent engagement, quality teaching and learning environments.
# Program Body Contribution
1.1 Department of Education Program 1.1 Department of Education

Support for the Child Care System The program helps families to participate in the social and economic life of the community by promoting and supporting quality and affordable early childhood education and care and assisting services to improve access and inclusion for vulnerable or disadvantaged children and families, including children with disabilities and their families
1.2 Department of Education Program 1.2 Department of Education

Child Care Subsidy The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) aims to improve access to quality early childhood education and care by providing assistance to meet the cost of early childhood education and care for families engaged in work, training, study or other recognised activity
1.3 Department of Education Program 1.3 Department of Education

Government Schools National Support The program provides supplementary financial assistance to state and territory governments to facilitate the delivery of a quality education within government schools
1.4 Department of Education Program 1.4 Department of Education

Non-Government Schools National Support The program provides financial assistance to approved authorities for non-government schools to facilitate the delivery of a quality education within non-government schools
1.5 Department of Education Program 1.5 Department of Education

Early Learning and Schools Support This program supports initiatives that contribute to improved access to high-quality teaching and learning in early learning and school education for all Australian students
# Program Body Contribution
2.1 Department of Social Services Program 2.1 - Families and Communities Department of Social Services

Linked program 2.1 contributes to Outcome 1 by providing supports and services to
families under the Families and Children Activity to improve the wellbeing of children and
young people and enhance family functioning.
Linked program 2.1 further contributes to Outcome 1 through the development of the
whole-of-Commonwealth Early Years Strategy, which will support a more integrated and
coordinated approach to the wellbeing, education and development of Australia's children.
Linked program 3.1 contributes to Outcome 1 by providing key actions, under the Early
Childhood Targeted Action Plan that supports Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031,
and the Early Years Strategy (under development), to strengthen early identification,
information, supports and pathways, as well as collaboration between programs and
services. The program supports the development and wellbeing of children and helps them
thrive across and between life stages.
Complementing this, the National Early Childhood Program for children with disability or
developmental concerns is being implemented across Australia. The program delivers a
range of disability-specific online information, parent and carer workshops and supported
playgroups and music groups for young children aged 0 to 8 years with disability or
developmental concerns. Community-led initiatives supported by the Stronger Places,
Stronger People initiative are engaging families, children and young people to elevate their
voices on what works, and are using data and evidence to drive better outcomes through
the service system, including the early childhood system.
The linked programs also contribute to the implementation of the National Plan to End
Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 (National Plan) as well as the
prevention domain under the National Plan, which highlights the role of respectful
relationships and consent education in stopping violence before it starts.
Outcome 1: Improved early learning, schooling, student educational outcomes and
transitions to and from school through access to quality early childhood education
and care, support, parent engagement, quality teaching and learning environments.
3.1 Department of Social Services Program 3.1 - Disability and Carers Department of Social Services

Linked program 2.1 contributes to Outcome 1 by providing supports and services to
families under the Families and Children Activity to improve the wellbeing of children and
young people and enhance family functioning.
Linked program 2.1 further contributes to Outcome 1 through the development of the
whole-of-Commonwealth Early Years Strategy, which will support a more integrated and
coordinated approach to the wellbeing, education and development of Australia's children.
Linked program 3.1 contributes to Outcome 1 by providing key actions, under the Early
Childhood Targeted Action Plan that supports Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031,
and the Early Years Strategy (under development), to strengthen early identification,
information, supports and pathways, as well as collaboration between programs and
services. The program supports the development and wellbeing of children and helps them
thrive across and between life stages.
Complementing this, the National Early Childhood Program for children with disability or
developmental concerns is being implemented across Australia. The program delivers a
range of disability-specific online information, parent and carer workshops and supported
playgroups and music groups for young children aged 0 to 8 years with disability or
developmental concerns. Community-led initiatives supported by the Stronger Places,
Stronger People initiative are engaging families, children and young people to elevate their
voices on what works, and are using data and evidence to drive better outcomes through
the service system, including the early childhood system.
The linked programs also contribute to the implementation of the National Plan to End
Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 (National Plan) as well as the
prevention domain under the National Plan, which highlights the role of respectful
relationships and consent education in stopping violence before it starts.
Outcome 1: Improved early learning, schooling, student educational outcomes and
transitions to and from school through access to quality early childhood education
and care, support, parent engagement, quality teaching and learning environments.
1.4 Department of the Treasury 1.4 Department of the Treasury

The linked program contributes to Outcome 1 by making National Partnership Payments
to the states.
1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by supporting First Nations students’ school
attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education, training and
employment.
1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by supporting First Nations students’ school
attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education, training and
employment.
1.1 Services Australia 1.1 Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to
eligible families.
1.2 Services Australia Program 1.2 - Services to the Community - Health Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to
eligible families.
1.3 Services Australia 1.3 Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to
eligible families.
Outcome #1: Improved early learning, schooling, student educational outcomes and transitions to and from school through access to quality child care, support, parent engagement, quality teaching and learning environments.
# Program Body Contribution
1.1 Department of Education Program 1.1 Department of Education

The program helps families to participate in the social and economic life of the community by promoting and supporting quality and affordable early childhood education and care, and assisting services to improve access and inclusion for vulnerable or disadvantaged children and families, including children with disabilities and their families
1.2 Department of Education Program 1.2 Department of Education

The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) aims to improve access to quality early childhood education and care by providing assistance to meet the cost of early childhood education and care for families engaged in work, training, study or other recognised activity
1.3 Department of Education Program 1.3 Department of Education

The program provides supplementary financial assistance to state and territory governments to facilitate the delivery of a quality education within government schools
1.4 Department of Education Program 1.4 Department of Education

The program provides financial assistance to approved authorities for non-government schools to facilitate the delivery of a quality education within non-government schools
1.5 Department of Education Program 1.5 Department of Education

This program supports initiatives that contribute to improved access to high quality teaching and learning in early learning and school education for all Australian students
# Program Body Contribution
1.9 Department of the Treasury Program 1.9 Department of the Treasury

The linked program contributes to Outcome 1 by making National Partnership Payments to the states.
1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by supporting school attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education, training and employment for Indigenous students.
1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by supporting school attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education, training and employment for Indigenous students.
1.1 Services Australia Program 1.1 - Services to the Community - Social Security and Welfare Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to eligible families.
1.2 Services Australia Program 1.2 - Services to the Community - Health Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to eligible families.
1.3 Services Australia Program 1.3 - Child Support Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 1 by administering child care payments to eligible families.
Outcome #2: Promote growth in economic productivity and social wellbeing through access to quality higher education, international education, and international quality research
# Program Body Contribution
2.1 Department of Education Program 2.1 Department of Education

A highly skilled workforce and educated community is important for economic productivity and social wellbeing. The Commonwealth Grant Scheme (CGS) contributes to achieving this objective through: making a direct contribution to the cost of educating Commonwealth-supported students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees increasing the number of regional students participating in higher education by providing additional funding to regional universities to meet the higher costs associated with delivery of higher education in regional locations supporting educationally disadvantaged students to prepare for and successfully complete higher education through funding for enabling courses meeting medical workforce training needs through the provision of targeted support for initial entry medical programs
2.2 Department of Education Program 2.2 Department of Education

The program provides supplementary funding to assist eligible universities to meet certain superannuation expenses for eligible current and former university employees who are members of identified state government emerging cost superannuation schemes. Cost-share arrangements are in place with relevant state governments and a proportion of Higher Education Superannuation Program (HESP) funding is recovered from these states as a result of their historical responsibilities for funding higher education. These schemes have been closed to new members for some time but are still active for existing members
2.3 Department of Education Program 2.3 Department of Education

The program aims to ensure the quality of our higher education system is maintained and improved, including improving the quality of training for teachers of mathematics and science. The program also aims to improve access to, and education outcomes for, students from disadvantaged backgrounds
2.4 Department of Education Program 2.4 Department of Education

The program aims to remove the up-front cost barriers to tertiary education in order to increase access and participation. This is achieved through the provision of income contingent loans for students undertaking higher education courses
2.5 Department of Education Program 2.5 Department of Education

The Australian Government is committed to a world-class research system, that encourages innovation and economic growth. Quality collaboration, engagement, diversity, impact and sustainability are the key priorities for the Government and drive its investment in Australian research and research capacity
2.6 Department of Education Program 2.6 Department of Education

Research advances our knowledge and drives our potential for innovation, economic competitiveness, and social change. The program aims to increase the production, use and awareness of research knowledge and to improve collaboration between government, industry, and the research sector in the production of research knowledge
2.7 Department of Education Program 2.7 Department of Education

International education is increasingly important to Australia's prosperity and our engagement with the world. The program aims to support the sustainable growth of Australia's high-quality international education, training and research through strong government-to-government engagement, international mobility, strategic policy, and legislation
2.8 Department of Education 2.8 Department of Education

The program aims to support AUKUS initiatives and broader sovereign capabilities through strategic engagement across government, building education pipelines and delivering targeted measures to support the nuclear workforce and supporting sectors.
# Program Body Contribution
1.1 Australian Trade and Investment Commission Program 1.1 Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

The linked program contributes to Outcome 2 by promoting the Australian education sector
in international markets.
1.1 Australian Trade and Investment Commission Program 1.1 Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

The linked program contributes to Outcome 2 by promoting the Australian education sector in international markets.
2.1 Department of Employment and Workplace Relations Program 2.1 Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

The linked program contributes to Outcome 2 by building skills and capabilities through vocational education and training (VET) which can provide pathways to higher education
1.1 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.1 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by promoting international education through advocacy and coordination roles at overseas missions.
1.5 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Program 1.5 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by promoting international education through advocacy and coordination roles at overseas missions.
2.2 Department of Home Affairs Program 2.2 Department of Home Affairs

The linked program contributes to Outcome 2 by supporting a sustainable international education sector through administering student visas.
1.6 Department of Social Services Program 1.6 - Student Payments Department of Social Services

The linked program contributes to Outcome 2 by providing financial support to individuals and families to undertake further education. This also includes enhancing educational outcomes for First Nations students by increasing their access and participation in further education.
1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.1 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by supporting school attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education and employment for First Nations students.
1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency Program 1.2 National Indigenous Australians Agency

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by supporting school attendance, improved educational outcomes and access to further education and employment for First Nations students.
1.1 Services Australia Program 1.1 - Services to the Community - Social Security and Welfare Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by administering payments to support eligible students to access tertiary education and making payments to eligible job seekers.
1.1 Services Australia 1.1 Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by administering payments to support
eligible students to access tertiary education and making payments to eligible job seekers.
1.2 Services Australia Program 1.2 - Services to the Community - Health Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by administering payments to support eligible students to access tertiary education and making payments to eligible job seekers.
1.3 Services Australia 1.3 Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by administering payments to support
eligible students to access tertiary education and making payments to eligible job seekers.
1.3 Services Australia Program 1.3 - Child Support Services Australia

The linked programs contribute to Outcome 2 by administering payments to support eligible students to access tertiary education and making payments to eligible job seekers.
Outcome #4: Foster a productive and competitive labour market through policies and programs that assist job seekers into work and meet employer needs.

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