New science syllabuses nowhere near ready to be rolled out: STANSW

EducationHQ News Team

By EducationHQ News Team
Published June 30, 2023

The Science Teachers Association of NSW (STANSW) is urging the State Government to further delay the rollout of the new NSW Curriculum, citing “deep concerns” over the new science syllabuses.

A final draft of the 7-10 science syllabus is due to be released this year.

The Government already announced the rollout would be delayed last month following pressure from unions and other groups.

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