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Department of Education and Training

About the Department

The Department of Education and Training was established to engage Queenslanders in life long education and training and to build a strong arts and cultural sector which enriches the lives of Queenslanders.

Boards, councils and committees

Read the minutes and outcomes of the department's boards, councils and committees.

Education history

Queensland's first school opened in 1826 with 16 pupils, the children of soldiers and convicts from the first settlement in Moreton Bay. It was not until 1860, however, that the first Education Act was proclaimed and all primary education was placed under one general and comprehensive system controlled by the Board of General Education. More history and key dates.

Education partners

A list of some of the major organisations that contibute to the provision of education services in Queensland.

DET organisational structure

Key priority areas:

The goal is to position Queensland's education and training portfolio as equal to the nation's leader over the next three years.

Reports and publications

Major reports and documents published by the Department of Education and Training.

Statutory authorities

A list of the department's statutory authorities.

Professional Development

Information provided in this web site summarises key Professional Development initiatives for all groups of departmental employees.

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