NESA | NSW Government
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NESA | NSW Government
NESA
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) works with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement. We set syllabuses, assessments, teaching and school standards for all schools in NSW.
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Learn more about
HSC
NSW school curriculum
NSW Curriculum Reform
About NESA
Teacher accreditation
Key dates at NESA
School regulation
NAPLAN
First-time accreditation
Quick links
NSW Curriculum
Visit the NSW Curriculum website to view K–12 syllabuses that have been updated as part of the NSW Curriculum Reform.
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HSC merit lists
These lists celebrate the outstanding achievements of students in HSC courses and VET exams. View the latest lists.
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HSC results and certificates
Students can learn how to access results services, replace lost certificates, or request a statement of equivalence.
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HSC exam resources
Find past HSC exam papers, standards materials, and explore marking feedback and guidelines.
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Glossary of keywords
The glossary contains key words that frequently appear in HSC exam questions. Understanding these terms will assist students to better prepare for the exams.
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Jobs at NESA
NESA offers a range of rewarding employment opportunities. Learn more about the roles available, the recruitment process, selection criteria and how to apply.
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Key services and information
All My Own Work
All My Own Work gives students the opportunity to understand, value and use ethical practices when locating and using information during their studies.
Read more
School regulation
NESA oversees the regulation of schools in NSW. Learn how NESA regulates schools and non-government school funding.
Read more
Teach in NSW
All teachers need active accreditation with NESA to teach in NSW. Find out how to become a teacher and get accredited, and how to maintain your professional practice.
Read more
Professional development
To maintain accreditation, teachers must undertake ongoing professional development (PD) to ensure they stay up to date with the latest knowledge, skills and teaching methods. Explore various PD types and their requirements.
Read more
Policies and procedures
NESA's policies and procedures guide our activities and operations. Learn how NESA manages privacy, complaints, staff conduct and engaging with the media.
Read more
Awards and events
NESA celebrates the achievements of students and teachers through awards, showcases, and merit lists. Browse the lists of high achievers and see the recognition events taking place throughout the year.
Read more
What's new at NESA
NESA is preparing a new NSW school curriculum
Discover more about the Curriculum Reform, new syllabuses, and how you can Have Your Say on draft syllabuses.
east
HSC Showcase Hub
Explore the HSC Showcase Hub to find information on the nomination and selection process, along with resources to learn more about each Showcase.
east
HSC Showcase selections
Learn more about HSC showcase selections and how the process works. Celebrate students who have been selected by downloading a media kit with a range of social media assets.
east
Latest NSW Education Standards Authority updates
Official notice
HSC minimum standard writing test – changes to typist instructions
The typist instructions for the HSC minimum standard writing test have been updated to remove the requirement for students to complete an additional spelling test.
Official notice
NSW Non-government Schools Not For Profit Guidelines (NFP Guidelines) released
Learn about the changes to the NSW Non-government Schools Not For Profit Guidelines.
Official notice
Minor amendments in Mathematics 11–12 (2024) syllabuses
Minor amendments have been made in Mathematics 11–12 (2024) syllabuses.
Official notice
Social media minor amendments to syllabus content and examples
NESA has amended references to the use of social media in syllabus content and examples to align with the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024.
Official notice
Sample HSC exam materials for Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics and Dance
Sample HSC examination materials have been published for Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics and Dance syllabuses (2025).
See all news at NESA
Who we are
Find out about how we work, our people and our organisation.
What we do
The NESA Board
Work at NESA
Learn more about us
Other NESA websites
NSW Curriculum
Log into eTAMS
Schools Online
Students Online
RANGS Online
Assessment Certification Examination (ACE)
AMEB Connect
NESA Learning
RTOs Online
VCS Online
Get in contact with NESA
You can contact NESA by
phone
or
post
.
Call:
+61 2 9367 8111
NSW Education Standards Authority
PO Box 5300
Sydney NSW 2001
Stay connected
Keep in touch by following NESA on
social media
.
For more information on how to contact a specific team or make a complaint,
visit NESA's contact us page
.
Linkedin
X
Instagram
Youtube
Stay informed with NESA newsletters
Subscribe to NESA newsletters for all the latest news, media releases and official notices.
Subscribe
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NESA
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) works with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement. We set syllabuses, assessments, teaching and school standards for all schools in NSW.
Listen
Learn more about
HSC
NSW school curriculum
NSW Curriculum Reform
About NESA
Teacher accreditation
Key dates at NESA
School regulation
NAPLAN
First-time accreditation
Quick links
NSW Curriculum
Visit the NSW Curriculum website to view K–12 syllabuses that have been updated as part of the NSW Curriculum Reform.
east
HSC merit lists
These lists celebrate the outstanding achievements of students in HSC courses and VET exams. View the latest lists.
east
HSC results and certificates
Students can learn how to access results services, replace lost certificates, or request a statement of equivalence.
east
HSC exam resources
Find past HSC exam papers, standards materials, and explore marking feedback and guidelines.
east
Glossary of keywords
The glossary contains key words that frequently appear in HSC exam questions. Understanding these terms will assist students to better prepare for the exams.
east
Jobs at NESA
NESA offers a range of rewarding employment opportunities. Learn more about the roles available, the recruitment process, selection criteria and how to apply.
east
Key services and information
All My Own Work
All My Own Work gives students the opportunity to understand, value and use ethical practices when locating and using information during their studies.
Read more
School regulation
NESA oversees the regulation of schools in NSW. Learn how NESA regulates schools and non-government school funding.
Read more
Teach in NSW
All teachers need active accreditation with NESA to teach in NSW. Find out how to become a teacher and get accredited, and how to maintain your professional practice.
Read more
Professional development
To maintain accreditation, teachers must undertake ongoing professional development (PD) to ensure they stay up to date with the latest knowledge, skills and teaching methods. Explore various PD types and their requirements.
Read more
Policies and procedures
NESA's policies and procedures guide our activities and operations. Learn how NESA manages privacy, complaints, staff conduct and engaging with the media.
Read more
Awards and events
NESA celebrates the achievements of students and teachers through awards, showcases, and merit lists. Browse the lists of high achievers and see the recognition events taking place throughout the year.
Read more
What's new at NESA
NESA is preparing a new NSW school curriculum
Discover more about the Curriculum Reform, new syllabuses, and how you can Have Your Say on draft syllabuses.
east
HSC Showcase Hub
Explore the HSC Showcase Hub to find information on the nomination and selection process, along with resources to learn more about each Showcase.
east
HSC Showcase selections
Learn more about HSC showcase selections and how the process works. Celebrate students who have been selected by downloading a media kit with a range of social media assets.
east
Latest NSW Education Standards Authority updates
Official notice
HSC minimum standard writing test – changes to typist instructions
The typist instructions for the HSC minimum standard writing test have been updated to remove the requirement for students to complete an additional spelling test.
Official notice
NSW Non-government Schools Not For Profit Guidelines (NFP Guidelines) released
Learn about the changes to the NSW Non-government Schools Not For Profit Guidelines.
Official notice
Minor amendments in Mathematics 11–12 (2024) syllabuses
Minor amendments have been made in Mathematics 11–12 (2024) syllabuses.
Official notice
Social media minor amendments to syllabus content and examples
NESA has amended references to the use of social media in syllabus content and examples to align with the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024.
Official notice
Sample HSC exam materials for Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics and Dance
Sample HSC examination materials have been published for Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics and Dance syllabuses (2025).
See all news at NESA
Who we are
Find out about how we work, our people and our organisation.
What we do
The NESA Board
Work at NESA
Learn more about us
Other NESA websites
NSW Curriculum
Log into eTAMS
Schools Online
Students Online
RANGS Online
Assessment Certification Examination (ACE)
AMEB Connect
NESA Learning
RTOs Online
VCS Online
Get in contact with NESA
You can contact NESA by
phone
or
post
.
Call:
+61 2 9367 8111
NSW Education Standards Authority
PO Box 5300
Sydney NSW 2001
Stay connected
Keep in touch by following NESA on
social media
.
For more information on how to contact a specific team or make a complaint,
visit NESA's contact us page
.
X
Youtube
Stay informed with NESA newsletters
Subscribe to NESA newsletters for all the latest news, media releases and official notices.
Subscribe
Top
of page
north