Usap Tayo: What are the differences between Australia's and the Philippines' education systems?

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From the start of the school year to the wearing of IDs, learn some variations in policies and systems in the field of education between Australia and the Philippines. Source: SBS

From the start of the school year to the wearing of IDs, learn some variations in policies and systems in the field of education between Australia and the Philippines.


Key Points
  • There are several differences and similarities in the education systems of Australia and the Philippines.
  • One distinction is the opening of classes; in Australia, it is usually in January or February, while in the Philippines, it used to be in June and was recently changed to August.
  • Both public schools in Australia and the Philippines have a uniform policy.

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