A review of the Australian Curriculum will look at 'decluttering'.

Education ministers agreed to terms of reference for a review OF the Foundation – Year 10 (F–10) Australian Curriculum, with the review to be completed by the start of 2022, at their meeting on 12 June.

“We welcome the opportunity to ensure the national curriculum continues to meet the needs of students. The Australian Curriculum is well regarded, however, as it has been in place for some years now, it is timely that it be reviewed,” said Australian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (ACARA) CEO, David de Carvalho.

“Teachers have told us that, particularly in primary years, the Australian Curriculum is overcrowded and does not allow enough time to teach for deep understanding of core concepts or application of knowledge in the learning areas.

“Schools and teachers want a less crowded curriculum, one that provides flexibility and scope for greater depth of learning – and a more helpful curriculum, one that provides more meaningful connections within and across its three dimensions,” said Mr de Carvalho