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VSPP Primary Schools' Parliamentary Conventions
The Victorian Students’ Parliamentary Program (VSPP) consists of a series of student conventions, which provide students with opportunities to learn about Australia's constitution and systems of government. Students learn through participation in informed, parliamentary style debates on a range of topics affecting Australia's democracy. Schools from all sectors can opt-into the program to support the teaching of civics and citizenship education in their school.
The State-wide Primary School Parliamentary Conventions aimed to bring together approximately of 70 Primary students, from participating schools for a one-day event. The Primary School program is designed for years 5 to 6 students.
Dates for VSPP Primary Schools' Parliamentary Conventions in 2026
Face-to-Face Primary Schools' Parliamentary Convention
Date: Wednesday 23 June 2026
Tentative Time: 9:30am - 3:45pm
Venue: Parliament of Victoria
Topic: Should children who work at major Australian sporting events, such as the Australian Open, be paid for their work?
Tentative Program: VSPP 2026 PSPC Program_Draft v1.docx
Online Primary Schools' Parliamentary Convention
Dates: Tuesday 1 & Wednesday 2 September 2026
Tentative Times:
Day 1 – 9:30am – 2:15pm
Day 2 – 9:30am – 12:30pm
Format: Online via Zoom (Schools participating will be required to have a stable internet connection and a device with camera and sound for joining online. Students are required to participate in both days)
Topic: Should the government ban businesses from being cashless?
Tentative Program: VSPP Online Primary Schools Convention - Program_v1.docx
Should you have any enquiries, please call National Curriculum Services on (03) 9415 1299 or email registrations@ncsonline.com.au.
National Curriculum Services (NCS) has been contracted by the Victorian Department of Education (DE) to deliver the Victorian Students’ Parliamentary Program (VSPP).