Important Update: COVID-19 and the Non-Government Schools Census 30 June 2021

Important update about the Non-Government Schools Census and COVID-19

The unpredictable nature of COVID-19 is exemplified by the recent influx of cases across the country and the lockdowns now in place in a number of locations. If extended, these state and territory restrictions may require students to undertake remote or flexible learning once school recommences.

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment is closely monitoring the effect COVID-19 is having on local communities and schools. If states and territories implement remote or flexible learning and these restrictions coincide with a significant portion of the Census Reference Period, we will write to notify you of alternative arrangements for reporting students who are undertaking flexible or remote learning.

Where schools are not subject to state and territory restrictions and have not been notified of alternative arrangements, you may submit a Special Circumstances Application for students who did not attend during the Census Reference Period.

For more information about Remote and Flexiable Learning, see our FAQs

For information about COVID restrictions in your area, please refer to the advice from your state or territory government.