Australian schools provide education for children from kindergarten through to year 12. The education system is divided into primary and secondary levels, with primary education typically covering years 1 to 6 and secondary education covering years 7 to 12. Schools can be public, private, or independent, and they follow a curriculum set by each state or territory's education department. In Australia, students learn a variety of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and History. Many schools also offer extracurricular activities such as sports, music, and arts programs. The school year usually runs from late January to December, with breaks in between terms.