Science Active Schools

Celebrating schools that champion science education

The SASTA Science Active Schools program recognises South Australian schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to science education through their involvement in professional learning, student activities and the wider science teaching community.

From supporting teachers to develop their practice to encouraging students to explore science beyond the classroom, Science Active Schools help build a culture of curiosity, engagement and enthusiasm for science.

Is your school actively supporting science education? We encourage you to apply for recognition in 2027!

2027 Applications Now Open

Schools are invited to apply for recognition as a 2027 SASTA Science Active School, based on their involvement in science education activities during the 2026 school year.

Apply to be a 2027 Science Active School

Why Become a Science Active School?

Recognised schools receive:

A certificate to display at their school.
The right to display the 2027 Science Active School logo on their website, newsletters, email signatures and other promotional materials.
Recognition on the SASTA website as a 2027 Science Active School.

Recognition Criteria

Schools are recognised for their active involvement in science education and engagement with the SASTA community.

Examples of activities that contribute to recognition include:

Holding current SASTA Corporate Membership OR having at least one SASTA Personal Member on staff.
Staff attending science education conferences or professional learning, including SASTA conferences and workshops.
Staff presenting at SASTA or ASTA conferences or workshops.
Staff volunteering as judges for the Oliphant Science Awards.
Students participating in the Oliphant Science Awards or Mary Anning Art Prize.
Staff contributing articles to the SASTA Journal, blog or newsletter.
Staff participating in the SASTA Board, committees or reference groups.

These are examples rather than an exhaustive list. Applications are assessed based on the school's involvement during the previous school year.

Apply to be a 2027 Science Active School

2026 Science Active Schools

Congratulations to the schools recognised as Science Active Schools in 2026!

Adelaide Botanic High School
Annesley Junior School
Australian Science and Mathematics School
Blackwood Primary School
Cardijn College
Clarendon Primary School
Coromandel Valley Primary School
East Marden Primary School
Glenunga International High School
Immanuel College
Immanuel Primary School
IQRA College
Kangaroo Island Community Education
Kapunda High School
Mawson Lakes School
Mercedes College
Mitcham Girls High School
Norwood International High School
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College
Prince Alfred College
Pulteney Grammar School
Scotch College
Seymour College
St Dominic's Priory College
St Francis de Sales College
St Mary's College
St Peter's Girls' School
Stirling East Primary School
Trinity Gardens School
Unley High School
Westminster School
Woodville High School
Woomera Area School