Ormiston College is delighted to announce its inclusion in the prestigious 2024 The Educator 5-Star Innovative Schools, a comprehensive roundup that highlights the best in the industry.

As an impartial authority in the education sector, The Educator conducted an exhaustive research study spanning four months to identify and showcase the industry's top performers. In this thorough assessment, Ormiston College has emerged as one of the distinguished contributors to the industry.

The Educator’s 30+ strong Intelligence Unit determined the winners by following a rigorous process, which included interviewing objective industry professionals, and conducting extensive research. The winners are those who matched the exacting 5-Star Innovative Schools criteria.

Ormiston College takes immense pride in being acknowledged as one of the industry's finest within the education domain.

These prestigious awards are testament to Ormiston College’s ongoing commitment to innovation and 21st century pedagogy. The College delivers teaching and learning programs that develop learners who think flexibly, work independently and collaboratively, take risks, solve real-world problems and demonstrate higher-order thinking skills. Recognition in these national awards provides an opportunity to showcase the progress made each year and to celebrate the people and teamwork at the centre of the College’s operations.

Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at The Educator, shared his insights on the selection process, stating, “Innovation across Australia’s education sector is highly sophisticated, evidenced by the standard of the nominees. Ormiston College are deserved winners for being at the forefront of change and one of the country’s most forward-thinking schools, pioneering a new direction in education.”

This recognition underscores Ormiston College’s dedication to industry excellence and its continued commitment to delivering exceptional results.

About 2024 The Educator 5-Star Innovative Schools

Over July and August 2024, The Educator invited schools across Australia to participate in the publication’s 5-Star Innovative Schools awards. Now in its tenth year, this report recognises the schools at the forefront of change and innovation. Entries were open to all educational professionals who believe their school is pioneering a new direction in education. From teaching approaches to learning spaces and curriculum design, the report looks at schools reshaping the future of education. By the end of the judging process, the entries were narrowed down to 40 of the country’s most forward-thinking schools, which make up The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative Schools 2024 list.

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