Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) has been a Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher (HALT) certifying authority since 2017. We have proudly certified over 250 Highly Accomplished and Lead teachers in the Queensland independent school sector.

Certification is overseen by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) and provides a way for outstanding teachers to be recognised for their expertise and their impact on colleagues and students. Teachers applying for certification undergo a rigorous evaluation process that involves gathering evidence of their teaching practices, classroom observations and peer and student reviews.

ISQ has approached the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) and the Queensland Government to explore the opportunity for QCT to take on the role for certifying independent school teachers, aligning the teaching profession in Queensland to one certifying authority for HALT.

ISQ will continue to certify Highly Accomplished and Lead teachers in Queensland independent schools in 2026.

If you have any queries, please contact halt@isq.qld.edu.au.