SNAPSHOT: 2026 EDITION

24 May 2026

Six-page snapshot shows key characteristics of the Independent school sector, those who are enrolled and those who work in Independent schools.

CHOICE, EQUITY and DIVERSITY: 2026 Edition

24 May 2026

The latest available facts and figures on Independent Schools in Australia on one page.

Trends in Key Economic Parameters

26 March 2026

An Economic Context for Independent Schools in Australia - March 2026 Edition

Trends in Key Economic Parameters

12 December 2025

An Economic Context for Independent Schools in Australia - December 2025 Edition

Independent Schooling 2025 -Enrolment Trends, Characteristics and Projections

17 October 2025

ISA analyses enrolment trends in the Independent sector and across Australia to enhance understanding of schooling. Using the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics Population Projections and other data, ISA has analysed historical, current, and future enrolment trends for Independent, Catholic, and government schools, focusing particularly on Independent schools.

Trends in Key Economic Parameters

30 September 2025

An Economic Context for Independent Schools in Australia - September 2025 Edition

Economic Contribution of the Independent School Sector – Summary Report

26 August 2025

ISA has engaged AEC Group to quantify how Independent schools boost Australia’s GDP, jobs, household incomes, and government savings—while also delivering long-term economic value through improved student outcomes. Summary report: 5 pages.

Economic Contribution of the Independent School Sector – Full Report

26 August 2025

ISA has engaged AEC Group to quantify how Independent schools boost Australia’s GDP, jobs, household incomes, and government savings—while also delivering long-term economic value through improved student outcomes. Full report: 47 pages.

Trends in Key Economic Parameters

26 June 2025

An Economic Context for Independent Schools in Australia - June 2025 Edition

SNAPSHOT: 2025 EDITION

13 June 2025

Six-page snapshot shows key characteristics of the Independent school sector, those who are enrolled and those who work in Independent schools.

CHOICE, EQUITY and DIVERSITY: 2025 Edition

12 June 2025

The latest available facts and figures on Independent Schools in Australia on one page.

Trends in Key Economic Parameters

31 March 2025

An Economic Context for Independent Schools in Australia - March 2025 Edition

Independent Schooling 2024 -Enrolment Trends, Characteristics and Projections

27 November 2024

ISA analyses enrolment trends in the Independent sector and across Australia to enhance understanding of schooling. Using the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics Population Projections and other data, ISA has analysed historical, current, and future enrolment trends for Independent, Catholic, and government schools, focusing particularly on Independent schools.

Supporting Their Futures: A Sustainable Model for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Boarding

1 October 2024

CHOICE, DIVERSITY & EQUITY

2 July 2024

The latest available facts and figures on Independent Schools in Australia on one page.

SNAPSHOT: 2024 EDITION

3 June 2024

Six-page snapshot shows key characteristics of the Independent school sector, those who are enrolled and those who work in Independent schools.

Improving Outcomes for All: Leading Reform Through Innovation

16 April 2024

Independent schools are actively improving student outcomes through innovative practices. ISA’s report showcases ten Case Studies from Independent schools around Australia, illustrating their innovative approaches to the national school reform priority areas of equity, wellbeing and workforce. These three priority areas will be the focus of the upcoming Better and Fairer Schools Agreement.

ENROLMENT TRENDS AND PROJECTIONS

22 September 2023

ISA uses the latest available figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics and other government sources to analyse student enrolment trends in the Independent school sector.

THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL STUDENT- A DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE

18 September 2023

Analysis of the 2021 Australian Census.

THE SOCIAL CONTRIBUTION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

2 June 2023

ISA partnered with McCrindle Research to explore how Independent schools make a contribution that extends far beyond the school gate.

SNAPSHOT: 2023 EDITION

18 May 2023

Six-page snapshot shows key characteristics of the Independent school sector, those who are enrolled and those who work in Independent schools.

AT A GLANCE

18 May 2023

The latest available facts and figures from Independent Schooling in Australia on one page.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE SCHOOLS: SHOWCASE

3 May 2023

Independent special assistance schools play an important role in removing barriers to education, providing vulnerable young people with the opportunity to complete school.

REFORM CHALLENGES IN SCHOOL EDUCATION

12 April 2023

A contribution to the national conversation about the future of education.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE: ENVIRONMENTAL SCAN

24 November 2022

To better understand the issues facing providers of early childhood education and care, ISA has conducted an environmental scan.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ENROLMENTS: DEEP DIVE

7 October 2022

To better understand the enrolment trends, ISA has dived deep into the data.

INDEPENDENT BOARDING

31 May 2022

INDEPENDENT BOARDING: A NATIONAL PERSPECTIVE is an In-depth analysis of the state of boarding in the Independent school sector and the prospects for Independent school boarding in Australia.

NON-GOVERNMENT REFORM SUPPORT FUND: SHOWCASING SUCCESS

27 May 2022

Showcasing four distinct case studies across four states, one for each reform priority. Each one is supported by their respective Association of Independent Schools.

STUDENT AND STAFF WELLBEING

20 May 2022

This research on student and staff wellbeing and mental health was commissioned by ISA and prepared by Telethon Kids Institute.

SCHOOL CHOICE SURVEY

23 August 2021

Unearthing what parents want from education and look for in a school.