PagineSouth Australia Curriculum Guide & Practice Tests
South Australian schools teach the Australian Curriculum from Reception to Year 10. Years 11–12 lead to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), also used by the Northern Territory.
- 13 levels
- 270 practice tests
- 2 exam guides
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Exams and tests
| Exam | Subjects | When | Counts? |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) | Stage 1 (Year 11) and Stage 2 (Year 12) subjects, including the Research Project | Stage 2 external assessments and exams in October–November | Stage 2 results contribute to the SACE and ATAR. |
| NAPLAN | Reading, writing, conventions of language (spelling, grammar, punctuation) and numeracy | March (2026: 11–23 March), online | Does not count toward school reports; results go to families and schools. |
How school is organized
Reception, Years 1–6 (primary) and Years 7–12 (secondary; Year 7 moved to high school from 2022).
Finishing school: The SACE requires 200 credits, including the Personal Learning Plan, literacy and numeracy subjects, the Research Project and Stage 2 subjects.
Official curriculum: Australian Curriculum v9 (South Australia)
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Frequently asked questions
What curriculum does South Australia use?
South Australian schools teach the Australian Curriculum from Reception to Year 10. Years 11–12 lead to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), also used by the Northern Territory.
How are school years organized in South Australia?
Reception, Years 1–6 (primary) and Years 7–12 (secondary; Year 7 moved to high school from 2022).
What is needed to finish school?
The SACE requires 200 credits, including the Personal Learning Plan, literacy and numeracy subjects, the Research Project and Stage 2 subjects.
Which exams do students take in South Australia?
South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE); NAPLAN.