National Assessment

National assessment in Civics and Citizenship commenced in 2004, as part of a rolling three-yearly cycle of sample assessments. Every three years samples of Year 6 and Year 10 students from across Australia are tested on their civic knowledge and understanding and the skills and values needed for active citizenship.

A professional development module which contains detailed information about National Assessment and activities which help schools identify where areas of the domain are already taught within the school and where there are further opportunities for teaching this material is available from the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.