Do all Australian children go to school?

Answer 1

Primary and secondary education is compulsory in all states of Australia - usually up to the age of 16, though this varies by state.

Of course, just because something is legally required doesn't mean that everybody does it - there are truancy problems in Australia just like anywhere else.

Children in isolated areas will often attend School of the Air - classes by radio or computer.

Home schooling, under strict guidelines, is legally permissable in Australia but very rare.

Answer 2

Yes, all Australian children are required by law to attend school from the ages of 6 to 16. This can be fulfilled by attending a government school, an independent school, or being homeschooled.