MEXT updated the handbook for certified Japanese language education institutions. The update reflects portal-based notification and reporting procedures and changes several application and review instructions.
Victoria updated its Assessment of Student Achievement and Progress Foundation to 10 policy guidance to reflect updated assessment requirements, including the Victorian Phonics Check. This affects assessment planning and compliance expectations in Victorian government schools.
Victoria updated International Student Program guidance to require schools to report annually to school council on compliance with the ESOS Act. The update also notes that accredited schools will receive an ISP ESOS Compliance Report in Term 3.
Victoria updated its Disability Inclusion Profile guidance to clarify registration timelines, the withdrawal process, appeals, and subsequent profile processes. The update affects how schools manage disability inclusion documentation and review pathways.
Victoria updated Student Resource Package guidance to reflect the release of the 2026 revised SRP. The update affects school funding information across equity funding, school infrastructure, and targeted initiatives.
Victoria updated its school Emergency and Critical Incident Management Planning guidance to improve clarity and conformance with Australian Standard 3745-2010. Related Online Emergency Management Portal changes were scheduled for rollover on 1 July 2026.
Circular 0049/2026 set out arrangements for allocating Special Needs Assistant support to mainstream classes in primary and post-primary schools for the 2026/27 school year. The circular confirmed that NCSE initial allocations would be published through the school portal and that SNA posts would continue to be allocated on a needs basis.
Ireland updated the Primary Schoolbooks Scheme page and 2026/2027 guidance for primary and special schools. The guidance supports implementation of the existing free schoolbooks scheme for the next school year.
Ireland updated the Post-primary Schoolbooks Scheme page and 2026/2027 guidance for post-primary schools. The scheme removes the cost to families of schoolbooks, including eBooks, and core classroom resources for students in post-primary schools in the Free Education Scheme.
Circular 002/2026 revised pay for the higher education sector with effect from 1 June 2026. It increased the annualised amount of basic salary by 1% under the Public Service Agreement 2024-2026 and updated related overtime, premium rates and allowances.