Rising accountability of Australian non-government schools

Abstract

This paper reflects on the contested space of school funding in Australia and with it accountability requirements for non-government schools. With the significant growth of Australian government schools has come substantial visibility and electoral power. Yet, over the past 20 years, the Australian central (Commonwealth) government has used its countervailing power to expand its accountability requirements. Possible lessons for the UK situation are suggested.

Keywords:

• Accountability
• Australian education
• non-government schools
• performance reporting

Notes

*Net cash from operations (before interest)/cash payments for: property, plant and equipment and for long-term liabilities, including interest.

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Notes on contributors

Bruce Gurd

Bruce Gurd is based in the International Graduate School of Business, University of South Australia, Australia.