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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Western Australian curriculum to launch in 3 Karnataka schools in July
Bengaluru: For decades, international curriculum in India has been synonymous with IB (International Baccalaureate, originally developed in Switzerland) and IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education from the UK). However, from 2025-26, one more international board will be added — WACE (Western Australian Certificate of Education). This new board from Western Australia is emerging as a strong competitor to existing international boards, with fees said to be up to 65% cheaper. The Australian authorities confirmed that the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has officially granted 'foreign board' equivalence to WACE. This means they can function as a board in India. While WACE is looking to onboard 100 schools in India over the next three years, the rollout will be gradual up to class 12. The first few schools in India will introduce the curriculum to kindergarten students in July. Three are in Karnataka -- two in Bengaluru and one in Bidar. About 30 teachers are attending training in Bengaluru on teaching pedagogy and classroom delivery. They will be trained for 150 hours over two years, said Angelique Smith, principal consultant, School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), Govt of Western Australia. The curriculum is a no-textbook model and has lesson plans and worksheets curated for different regions. Syed Sultan Ahmed, chairman of TAISI and advisor to WACE India on International Curriculum Integration, said: "The Australian govt intends to make the quality of education affordable... If IB schools, which are at the top (cost-wise), would be considered a 100%, Cambridge (IGCSE) would be 50% and WACE 35%. Students in the (WACE recognised) school get an Australian student identification number. That means they are recognised as students of Australia as well. "
India Today
5 days ago
- Business
- India Today
India set to introduce western Australian curriculum in 100 schools across nation
The Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), a senior secondary curriculum from the Government of Western Australia, is set to be introduced in 100 partner schools in India in the next three years. The global curriculum is already established in countries like Singapore, China, Japan, and Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has officially granted equivalence to WACE, a senior secondary curriculum from the Government of Western Australia. This move allows WACE to be formally introduced in India, making it the first international government-backed school board to launch in the to a press release, each student will receive a unique ID number from the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) -- the official body that manages WACE -- and all certificates will be issued directly by the Government of Western Australia. With AIU's recognition, students completing WACE in India will now also be eligible for admissions to Indian universities with Class 12 curriculum is designed to encourage competency-based and inquiry-led learning, moving away from rote memorisation. It focuses on building critical thinking, creativity, and the practical application of CURRICULUM, RECOGNISED CREDENTIALS, AND ELIGIBILITYWACE also reflects the goals of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, especially in promoting holistic and formative assessments. Students will be evaluated through projects, school-based assessments, and moderated grading instead of only traditional of the key highlights is that students in WACE-affiliated schools will also receive the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) -- a globally recognised university entrance score. This score is accepted by universities across Australia, the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and WACE programme provides a complete K-12 education pathway, from early years to senior secondary launch is expected to bring global learning standards to Indian classrooms, opening up international academic opportunities while aligning with India's vision for modern, inclusive International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and French Baccalaureate (FB) are some of the foreign boards that provide curriculums as well as testing in India.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Western Australian Certificate of Education to offer curriculum in Indian schools
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has granted foreign board equivalence to the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) – a senior secondary curriculum from the Government of Western Australia. With this, the WACE curriculum will formally be introduced in Indian schools, making it the first international government-backed school board to be launched in India, as mentioned in the press release. WACE is one of the existing international boards, offering K-12 education. In India, WACE is looking to onboard 100 schools in the next 3 years. The WACE programme is administered by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), a statutory body of the Government of Western Australia. WACE is an established board in various countries, including Singapore, China, Japan, and Malaysia. Offered through a network of partner schools across India, WACE will provide students with a unique identification number from SCSA, and all certifications are issued directly by the Government of Western Australia. WACE aims to promote competency-based and inquiry-driven learning among students and move beyond rote memorisation to foster critical thinking, creativity, and real-world application. The programme aims to reflect NEP's emphasis on holistic and formative assessment by integration of school-based evaluations, practical projects, and moderated grading that reduce exam pressure while tracking learning outcomes effectively, stated the press release. WACE-affiliated school students will also receive the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) – a recognised university entrance score used by universities across Australia, the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. The AIU's recognition will help Indian students complete WACE and apply for Indian universities with full Grade XII equivalence, in addition to international admissions around the world. Offering a full-fledged K–12 education framework, WACE provides Indian learners a continuum from early years to senior secondary schooling.
The Print
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
Western Australian Certificate of Education to offer curriculum in Indian schools from 2025
With over 37 years of delivery across over 16 countries, including Singapore, China, Japan, and Malaysia, WACE is known for its future-ready curriculum that emphasizes academic depth, skills development, and global university pathways. WACE is a globally recognised senior secondary curriculum from the Australian government. The School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), a statutory body of the Government of Western Australia, administers the WACE programme. New Delhi, May 26 (PTI) The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has granted foreign board equivalence to the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), paving the way for the curriculum to be formally introduced in Indian schools, according to officials. The board plans to onboard 100 schools in India in the next three years. The first cohort of Indian students enrolled in WACE will complete their first year of study in 2026, the officials said. According to Angelique Smith, Principal Consultant of SCSA, WACE is seen as a high-quality, but moderately priced alternative to existing international boards, offering K-12 education. 'For over 36 years, WACE has empowered students across continents with the tools to succeed in higher education and beyond. With AIU equivalence granted in India, we are proud to partner with Indian schools to offer a globally recognised curriculum that nurtures inquiry, adaptability, and academic excellence. 'WACE is excited to make a strong contribution to the Indian K-12 learning ecosystem, much in alignment with the NEP 2020 goals of providing holistic education, fostering flexible and multidisciplinary learning and teacher professional development,' Smith said. Offered through a network of partner schools across India, WACE will provide students with a unique identification number from SCSA, and all certifications will be issued directly by the Government of Western Australia. 'The AIU's recognition of WACE is a transformative moment for the Indian school education system. It not only affirms the credibility of the Western Australian curriculum but also opens new academic and career pathways for Indian students, within India as also globally. 'We are excited to support Indian schools in bringing this forward-thinking, NEP-aligned curriculum to life,' said Syed Sultan Ahmed, Chairman of TAISI, and Advisor to WACE India on International Curriculum Integration. At present, International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and French Baccalaureate (FB) are among the foreign boards offering curriculums and assessments in India. PTI GJS GJS NSD NSD This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
