The South Australian Public Education Awards recognise both individuals and teams who demonstrate impact across learner agency, equity and excellence, inclusion, reconciliation and wellbeing.
Bains Road Preschool, one of 11 winners announced at the 2023 Public Education Awards in November last year, was recognised for Inclusive Practices in Education.
The preschool, located in Adelaide’s southern suburbs, prioritises high-quality education for all children, regardless of their abilities. The nurturing environment ensures every child feels valued, respected and supported in their learning journey.
Heathfield High School’s Lindsey Crowe won the Innovation in Teaching and Learning Award. The senior leader was recognised for her efforts to empower students to actively co-create their learning experiences.
“The Public Education Awards shine a spotlight on the incredible work of our people and the vital role they play in supporting children and young people in South Australia to learn and thrive,” said Professor Martin Westwell, Chief Executive, Department for Education.
The awards are all about celebrating excellence, inclusion and the incredible contributions of our educators to ignite a love of learning.
“The awards provide an opportunity to reflect on our achievements and be proud of the work we’ve done across the State from the Riverland to the Far North.”
The winner of each category received $10,000, while finalists for each category were given $2,000 to undertake professional learning or purchase resources for their school community.
All of the winners and finalists can be found on the Department for Education website, along with a video showcasing their achievements.
The 2023 Public Education Awards winners are:
Excellence in Learner Agency
Westbourne Park Primary School
Excellence and Equity in Education, sponsored by Credit Union SA
Cultivating Excellence and Equity, Ungarra Primary School
Innovation in Teaching and Learning Award, sponsored by Lumination
Lindsey Crowe, Heathfield High School
Excellence in Collaborative Partnerships
Aboriginal Education Team, Para Hills High School
Excellence in Leadership
Cherie Collings, The Pines School
Excellence in Support of Early Career Teachers
Berri Portfolio (Riverland) Local ECT Network, Berri Education Office
Inclusive Practices in Education
Bains Road Preschool
Excellence in Collective Wellbeing
Kungka Ninti Program, Fregon Anangu School
Aunty Josie Agius Award
Aboriginal Education Team, Mark Oliphant College
Outstanding Reconciliation Initiatives
Nunga Playgroup, Kirton Point Children’s Centre
Outstanding Safety Initiatives
Jim Dounas, Adelaide High School
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