Students are at the centre of all we do:

NASSSA focuses on identifying and implementing educational innovation that improves students’ transition through and from school and is a key link between schools, community, industry partners, Universities and Registered Training Organisations across Northern Adelaide.

Supporting Your Child’s Career Planning

Welcome — this is your starting point for supporting your child as they explore and plan for their future. Here you'll find links to resources and information about industries, occupations, education, training and work opportunities. As students begin to consider their options, understanding what’s available is key.

Resources

My Future Parent/Caregiver information

Get Ready For Study And Work

Find Get Ready Top Tips Workbooks for young people with disability and parent guidebook. Resources contain information, contacts and activities to help students make a successful transition from school into tertiary study, work or post school programs.

Your Career

Job Jumpstart

Job Jumpstart is an Australian Government career service offering practical tools and advice for young people entering the workforce - and for the parents, caregivers and friends who support them. Its Parents & Friends section explains how you can be a trusted source of encouragement and guidance, helping with career exploration, job-search techniques, résumé and interview support, and understanding workplace rights. With downloadable workbooks, videos, tip sheets, and toolkits, it equips you to help your teen build confidence, resilience and a clear pathway into work.

What Should I Study

The What Should I Study University Project Team are pleased to share their project results, in the report, What Should I Study? Project Outcomes and Recommendations.

The team conducted research to gain a better understanding of the ways in which Year 12 students in South Australia decide what to study at university, and how they are supported. The project was funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training.

Wellbeing

Student wellbeing underpins NASSSA’s understanding of how and when students can access, engage with, and have a rewarding learning experience and sense of belonging in their school community. NASSSA Teams support each other by sharing best practice, leveraging external resources, learning from school initiatives, innovations and pilots; sharing programs and supports that positively impact student outcomes.  NASSSA Strategic Plan 2024 – 2026

Department for Education: Your child’s mental health and wellbeing

Reach Out

Free support for parents of teens. Helping you to support them, whatever challenge your teen is facing. Free expert advice, coaching and support for parents and carers in Australia.

Kids Helpline

Kids Helpline parent page offers expert articles and connection with other parents (web chat).