Adelaide Community Members Discuss Education Policy Shifts

A mobile phone ban at South Australian public high schools, introduced in 2023, continues to significantly improve student behaviour and wellbeing in Adelaide. Families and school communities have noted the ongoing effects of this policy on daily routines and classroom environments.

Mobile Phone Ban Effects

The policy, now in its third year, remains a focal point for parents and teachers who observe changes in how students interact during breaks and after school hours. Community members describe adjustments in family rules around device use that align with the school expectations.

Preschool Teacher Trial

Up to 250 preschool teachers in South Australia will trial the Early Years Assessment and Learning Tool during Term 3, 2025. This initiative involves educators across the state as they test new approaches to early learning assessment, with local preschools preparing for the rollout.

University Training Update

The University of Adelaide has launched new training to boost disability and inclusion studies in teaching degrees, specifically for neurodivergent learners. Staff and students at the university are engaging with these additions to better support diverse classrooms in Adelaide schools.

New High School Construction

Construction has begun on a new $155.3 million high school in Eyre, scheduled to open in 2028. Local residents in the region are following progress on the project that will add capacity once completed.

These updates reflect broader efforts to refine education practices across Adelaide and surrounding areas. Community members continue to engage with schools and training providers as the changes take shape.

Further details on implementation will come from the Department for Education and the University of Adelaide as terms progress.