About STAV

The Science Teachers’ Association of Victoria (STAV) is the authentic voice of science educators in Victoria, championing high-quality science education across schools, communities and the broader education ecosystem.

In a world facing increasingly complex global challenges, science education has never been more important. STAV exists to support, connect and empower educators to engage students in meaningful, real-world science learning and to build a scientifically literate community.

Our Purpose

We advance science education through offering professional learning and opportunities for science teachers to engage students and the wider community in real-life applications of science.

Our intention by 2030

By 2030, STAV will be a prominent and relevant leadership body, lifting the quality of science education through:

Strong partnerships
High-impact professional learning
Contemporary resources
Advocacy within and beyond the education ecosystem

Our Strategic Focus

Professional Learning

To enable science teachers to be their best through offering inspiring, high-quality learning opportunities and resources.

Collaboration

To collaborate with others to promote high quality science education, where we can play a positive role.
Work with educational stakeholders and others to build science literacy/understanding in the community.

Sustainability

To ensure STAV is set up for future success and positive impact.

Our 2026–2030 Strategic Plan outlines the priorities, partnerships and impact we are driving for the future of science education.

Read our Strategic Plan (2026 - 2030)