TAFE SA

In reply to Mr BOYER (Wright) (23 November 2020). (Estimates Committee B)

The Hon. J.A.W. GARDNER (Morialta—Minister for Education): I am advised of the following:

TAFE SA implements class size ratios to ensure its students receive the support they need and receive a high-quality learning experience.

Class size ratios tend to vary between qualifications and activities due to several factors including safety, the learning needs and experience of the student cohort, the availability of ICT and physical infrastructure, and more recently, social distancing requirements due to the global coronavirus pandemic.

Minimum class size ratios at TAFE SA can vary anywhere between six and 18 students per class dependent upon the location, the type of learning experience (general, apprenticeship, school), and the factors mentioned above.