Data about teachers

The QCT collects teacher data during registration to monitor numbers, demographics, and trends in Queensland.

Australian Teacher Workforce Data (ATWD)

The ATWD's purpose is to understand teaching experiences to support teachers and improve student outcomes.

What it does

• Connects teacher education and workforce data across Australia
  
• Creates the first national overview of Australia’s teaching workforce

Survey

• All teachers are invited to complete a voluntary 10-minute survey each year.
• Collects insights on teaching hours, out-of-field teaching, professional development, career plans, and reasons for leaving teaching.
• Responses are confidential, de-identified, and linked to other ATWD data.

Privacy and funding

• Safeguards are in place to protect your information.
• The ATWD is funded by all Australian governments and managed by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) and the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

Last updated:

16 June 2026