Best in Education - Annual Calendar

Rising Stars

Rising Stars will showcase the young industry professionals who are making waves even in the early stages of their career. Nominees must be aged 35 or under as of publication date, working in a role relating to the K-12 education sector for no more than 10 years; and are able to demonstrate effective leadership, innovation and achievement in their career to date

Survey OpenNov 11, 2024

Survey CloseDec 6, 2024

5-Star Employers of Choice

This report will recognise schools that stand out for their employee initiatives (Remuneration, Training and professional development, Career progression, Diversity and inclusion, Access to technology and resources, Leadership, Work-life balance, Health and well-being, Reward and recognition, Recruitment)

Survey OpenFeb 3, 2025

Survey CloseFeb 28, 2025

Most Influential Educators

This report will highlight education professionals who have had the most impact in creating a reformative learning culture for students and the society in the last 18 months

Survey OpenMar 3, 2025

Survey CloseMar 28, 2025

Service Provider Awards

This report will identify the best education service providers across Australia

Survey OpenApr 14, 2025

Survey CloseMay 9, 2025

5-Star Sustainable Programs

Survey OpenMay 12, 2025

Survey CloseJun 6, 2025

5-Star Innovative Schools

5-Star Innovative Schools will showcase schools across Australia that are leading change in education. This survey is open to all schools in Australia that can demonstrate innovation and creativity that is driving the education industry forward

Survey OpenJun 30, 2025

Survey CloseJul 25, 2025