One of our most significant initiatives underway in 2026 is how schools work together to lift student attendance, retention and attainment.
In response to the Independent Education Review, we’re trialing a new model for education service delivery that seeks to lift student outcomes by strengthening support for principals and teachers, reducing administrative burdens, and allowing schools to focus more on learning and wellbeing — together.
Our first Multi-School Organisation (MSO) has completed day one with New Town Primary School, Moonah Primary School and Risdon Vale Primary School all now formally working together.
Under the MSO, these three schools form a ‘family’ of schools, bound together under a united leadership team that is accountable for learner results. By working as a tightly connected group they will formally share expertise, build an aligned curriculum, and provide consistent support for students across their schools.
All other Tasmanian schools are now working together in School Groupings. School Groupings offer many similar benefits to an MSO but don’t have the same structural and governance changes. Each School Grouping will sit under the experienced leadership of an Executive Lead. Executive Leads will line manage principals across School Groupings, ensuring cohesive, system‑aligned leadership that supports sustained improvement in every school.
School Groupings are a foundational step for schools not yet part of an MSO and work is underway to chart a clear, practical pathway for schools to transition from Groupings to MSOs.
Implementation of MSOs has not meant sudden or disruptive change for schools, students or families. Ways of working together will be built gradually. The focus is on collaboration – sharing what works well, learning from one another, and tackling challenges and taking opportunities together. Schools involved in an MSO will keep their unique identities and strong connection to local communities.
Tasmania is serious about lifting student achievement, supporting teachers, and building a system that works for every child.
We want to ensure every child and young person in Tasmania has the best possible start in life and learning, supported by strong foundations and strong school communities.
For more information on the first MSO, visit Tasmanian Multi-School Organisation – Department for Education, Children and Young People.