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16/02/2020 Review of the Melbourne Declaration

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REVIEW OF THE MELBOURNE DECLARATION


Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Declaration
Education Ministers have agreed a new national declaration on education goals for all Australians. Known as the
Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Declaration (the Declaration), it sets out the national vision for education and
the commitment of Australian Governments to improving educational outcomes.

Mparntwe (pronounced M-ban tua) is the Arrernte name for Alice Springs. The Aboriginal Arrernte (pronounced
arrunda) people are the traditional custodians of Alice Springs and the surrounding region.

Building on the success and impact of the 2008 Melbourne Declaration on Educational Goals for Young
Australians, Ministers agreed that education should continue to promote excellence and equity and enable all
Australians to become confident and creative individuals, successful learners, and active and informed
community members.

The Declaration includes some significant changes to ensure Australia’s education system continues to provide
the best opportunities for young Australians in a rapidly changing world. The Declaration places students at the
centre of their education by emphasising the importance of meeting the individual needs of all learners, and
outlines education’s role in supporting the wellbeing, mental health and resilience of young people.

Reflecting the changing nature of education, the economy and work, the refreshed goals articulate the knowledge
and skills required for the 21st century, the importance of learning throughout life from early childhood onwards,
and the need for effective transitions between all stages of learning.

Ministers acknowledged the challenge of meeting the declaration’s ambitious goals and committed to delivering
on the eleven areas for action which include supporting educators, strengthening early childhood education,
promoting world-class curriculum and assessment and specific actions for the primary, middle and senior years of
school.

Through the Declaration, Australian Governments also renewed their commitment to celebrating and learning
from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge and histories and ensuring that Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples are supported to imagine, discover and unlock their potential.

The Declaration was developed following extensive consultations around the country with young people,
educators, education and training providers, parents, business and industry. The review received over 250 written
submissions and over 900 people took part in consultation events and/or provided submissions.

Education Ministers would like to thank all those who contributed to the Review.

The Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Declaration is available here.

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16/02/2020 Review of the Melbourne Declaration

An accessible word version of the Declaration is also available.

More information
For more information about the Review of the Melbourne Declaration please email declaration@education.gov.au
or refer to the resources tab at the top of this page.

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