We cultivate a global knowledge base for education system, school, principal and teacher improvement.
Contemporary thinking around
teaching and educational reform
Whole-of-system
capacity-building
Evidence-based high quality
improvement services and tools
Research
We are a leader in transforming educational practice through research. We generate and disseminate new knowledge in school, system, principal and teacher improvement.
Capacity building
We partner with organisations of all sizes around the world and support education systems by aiding their development.
Services & Tools
Our approach delivers cohesive and evidence-based solutions that you can implement immediately, regardless of your starting point.
We are transforming educational practice
Explore our range of research-based tools for whole-of-system, school and school leader improvement.
SERVICES AND TOOLS
We equip leaders and policymakers around the world to make evidence-based decisions
ACER is recognised internationally as a provider of high-quality services and tools to assist education systems, schools and school leaders in their improvement journey. Our research-based tools provide a practical framework for the complex nature of system and school improvement.
National School Improvement Tool (NSIT)
The NSIT allows schools to identify areas for improvement and drive meaningful change. With expert guidance from ACER, you can use the NSIT to evaluate your current practices, and plan and monitor improvement over time.
More about NSITEducation System Improvement Tool (ESIT)
The ESIT is a tool to guide whole-of-system improvement that can be coupled with expert review from our consultants to help optimise your improvement journey.
More about ESITPrincipal Performance Improvement Tool (PPIT)
Developed in conjunction with principals and system leaders, the PPIT helps leaders reflect on current practice and identify areas for improvement.
More about PPITLearn how to implement these tools in your organisation.
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Draw on our knowledge and expertise
We are available to support your improvement initiatives through consultancy, speaking engagements and more.
Professor Geoff Masters AO
International expert in educational measurement and the CEO of the Australian Council for Educational Research.
Professor Pauline Taylor-Guy
Director of CSSI and an esteemed education scholar with particular interest in professional learning, education policy and literacy.
Our partners
Our partnerships generate new global knowledge that drives continual educational improvement.
