Year & Age Comparison – Primary & Secondary Education
The Australian education system can be more easily explained if it is divided into two parts. The first part provides primary and secondary education; the second part provides tertiary education. School education is similar across all of Australia with only minor variations between states and territories.
So, you’re thinking of moving to Australia, made the move from New Zealand to Australia or your child/ren are ready to start school. If you are unsure what year they should be in, please see our tables below.