Australian Science and Mathematics School

What Australian Science and Mathematics School does

Australian Science and Mathematics School (ASMS) is a public senior secondary school located on the Flinders University Sturt campus in Bedford Park, South Australia, operating under the South Australian Department for Education. The school delivers interdisciplinary education for Years 10-12 through its Central Studies program, which integrates English, mathematics, sciences, humanities, and technology around thematic units such as Body in Question, The Energy Equation, Brains or Bots, and Sustainable Futures. Year 12 students can select traditional Stage 2 subjects, and high-achieving students can undertake first-year Flinders University subjects through the Extension Studies program counting toward SACE and ATAR.

The core technology is the proprietary interdisciplinary Central Studies curriculum, taught in two-year rotations, with Learning Studies supporting metacognitive development and an Ideation Studio enabling engineering design, robotics, 3D printing, and mechatronics. The school operates international student programs (Graduate, Study Abroad, short-term Study Programs), enrichment programs (Passion Projects, Changemakers, Phage Hunters research), and a 20-year-running International Science Fair network spanning 7+ countries.

Revenue is generated through government funding from the SA Department for Education plus Materials and Services Charges of $915 per student per year (2026), reduced to $715 after the Premier's $200 Rebate. The school is also expanding via the Tonsley Technical College at the Tonsley Innovation Precinct, opening 2026 to deliver VET training in advanced manufacturing, engineering, automotive, energy, and building trades through partnerships with MTA, MBA, and ASC. No equity funding, M&A, or external investment is applicable given its government-entity status.

Name

Australian Science and Mathematics School

Legal name

Australian Science & Mathematics School

Website

https://asms.sa.edu.au

Company type

Public

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Australian Science and Mathematics School is a public senior secondary school (Years 10-12) in Adelaide, South Australia, delivering an interdisciplinary STEM-focused curriculum with Flinders University pathways for students, educators, and international cohorts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Credit Recovery & Alternative Adult High School (EDAAABAC)

Keywords

• Secondary education services
• STEM curriculum programs
• Interdisciplinary science education
• University pathway programs
• Professional learning services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bedford Park

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Student School Fees: Materials and Services Charges paid by families. Fee is $915 per student for 2026, reduced to $715 after Premier's Rebate of $200. Due by end of Term 1 each year.
2. Government Education Funding: Funded by Department for Education, Government of South Australia as a public senior secondary school. Part of South Australian Government Schools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ASMS is a purpose-designed public senior secondary school (Years 10-12) located on the Flinders University campus in Bedford Park, South Australia. It delivers an interdisciplinary STEM-focused curriculum through Central Studies (Year 10-11) and Year 12 subjects, complemented by enrichment programs, university extension studies, international student programs, and professional learning services for educators.

Product overview

Australian Science and Mathematics School (ASMS) is a purpose-built senior secondary school (Years 10-12) offering an innovative interdisciplinary educational program. The school operates a platform of integrated educational products: Central Studies Program (Year 10-11) featuring themed courses like Brains or Bots?, X and Why?, Terra Knowing, Body in Question, Biodiversity, Communication Systems, Earth and Cosmos, Engineering a Monster?, Learning Studies, Order from Chaos, Sustainable Futures, and The Energy Equation; followed by Year 12 Subjects including Sciences, Mathematics, English and Humanities, and Technologies. Enrichment programs including Passion Projects, University Extension Studies (enabling Flinders University first-year subject completion), International Science Fair, and Changemakers student leadership complement the core curriculum. The school also provides Professional Learning Programs for educators and Discovery Days for prospective students enrollment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Central Studies Program (Year 10-11) Interdisciplinary two-year program for Years 10-11 weaving English, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Health & PE and Humanities around themed Central Studies including Body in Question, The Energy Equation, Communication Systems, Brains or Bots, Biodiversity, Earth and Cosmos, Engineering a Monster?, Learning Studies, Order from Chaos, Sustainable Futures, Terra Knowing, and X and Why?. Three to four courses per semester.
• Year 12 Subjects Stage 2 subjects for Year 12 students including Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Systems, Health Sciences, Physics, Psychology), Mathematics (Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics), English and Humanities (English, English Literary Studies, Media Studies, Modern History), and Technologies (Digital Technologies, Industrial Design), plus Aviation and Extraordinary Learning.
• University Extension Studies Enables high-achieving Year 12 students to undertake first-year Flinders University subjects counting toward SACE Stage 2 and ATAR, while earning credit toward future university degrees.
• Passion Projects Thursday afternoon enrichment program where students independently drive projects of passion in a mentored environment.
• Changemakers Student leadership program enabling students to shape ASMS, influence change, craft the student experience, and directly influence learning design and subject offerings.
• International Science Fair Annual week-long Challenge Based Learning event hosting international, interstate, and regional school students for collaborative investigation of real-world issues and proposal of solutions. First held in 2004; the 20th edition was held in 2024.
• Professional Learning Programs Professional learning for teachers and school leaders focused on Science, Mathematics and Technology education. Includes Educator Open Days, Professional Learning Communities, Mentoring Workshops, Teacher Action Research Conference, Primary Science Workshops, and Public Maths Teachers Online Community.
• Discovery Days Experience days for prospective Year 9+ students to explore ASMS, participate in hands-on activities, experience the interdisciplinary approach, and be buddied with current students as part of the enrollment funnel.
• Curiosity in the Community Week Annual program where Year 10 and 11 students promote STEM across South Australia through meaningful service-based learning experiences in regional areas.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of ASMS students progress to university, with over 70% entering a science-related field
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Flinders UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeep partnership providing ASMS students access to university campus, facilities, and academics. Students undertake first-year university subjects through Extension Studies Program. Partnership enables connection with latest developments in emerging sciences and technologies at Flinders.
• Tonsley Innovation DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConnection with industry experts and the Tonsley Innovation District ecosystem, providing students exposure to real-world industry environments and career pathways.
• Motor Trade Association (MTA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Tonsley Technical College industry training programs in automotive sector, developing vocational education and training (VET) pathways for students.
• Master Builders Association (MBA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Tonsley Technical College industry training programs in building and construction sector, providing industry-aligned vocational training.
• ASC (Australian Submarine Corporation)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Tonsley Technical College industry training programs, contributing to advanced manufacturing and engineering pathways.
• Re-Engineering AustraliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for F1 in Schools and Space programs, providing students with opportunities in robotics, mechatronics, and aerospace-related activities.
• SA Space AgencyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership strengthening space science programs and exploration opportunities for students.
• International Schools NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of international schools participating in annual International Science Fair and exchange programs. Includes schools from Canada, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and The Netherlands.
• International Education Services SAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment body managing international student enrollment and homestay arrangements for study programs at ASMS.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Bronx High School of Science: Historic New York City public specialist science secondary school. Comparable to ASMS in its selective admissions, science-focused curriculum, and outsized university placement outcomes in STEM fields.
• Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology: US magnet school widely regarded as a leading specialist STEM public secondary school. Comparable to ASMS as a selective, mission-driven senior secondary program with strong university placement and research-infused curriculum.
• Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology: Queensland's senior secondary specialist school in STEM, located on the Gold Coast. Directly comparable to ASMS as a purpose-built, government-funded specialist STEM senior secondary program with university pathways and enrichment offerings.
• John Monash Science School: Victoria's specialist government senior secondary school focused on science and mathematics, co-located with Monash University. Closest Australian analogue to ASMS: same government-funded specialist STEM model, university partnership, Year 10-12 focus, and interdisciplinary curriculum approach.
• Korea Science Academy of KAIST: South Korea's premier specialist science high school, affiliated with KAIST. Comparable to ASMS in its selective STEM focus, university-aligned research programs, and participation in the International Science Schools Network alongside ASMS.
• NUS High School of Mathematics and Science: Singapore's specialist secondary school for mathematics and science, affiliated with the National University of Singapore. Highly comparable to ASMS in its interdisciplinary curriculum, university partnership model, and STEM-focused Years 10-12 programs.

Regional players

• Melbourne High School: Australia's oldest selective government secondary school with strong STEM outcomes. While broader in academic offering than ASMS, it competes for the same cohort of high-achieving STEM-oriented Victorian students who might otherwise consider cross-state specialist alternatives.

Emerging players

• Method Schools: California-based online and blended public charter school with personalized learning models. Comparable to ASMS in its learner-agency and metacognition emphasis, but operates via a fully distributed online model rather than a university-anchored campus.

Broad incumbents

• International Baccalaureate schools (network): The IB ecosystem (and major providers like UWC) competes for internationally mobile STEM-oriented students and offers a comparable rigorous, interdisciplinary academic pathway. While ASMS is not IB, it competes for the same international student segment via the Government of South Australia framework.

Others

• International Science Schools Network: The ISSN is the network of international schools co-animated by ASMS that participate in the International Science Fair. It is a peer ecosystem rather than a competitor, comparable in function to ASMS's Challenge Based Learning exchange programs across Canada, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and the Netherlands.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/asmsedu
• Instagraminstagram.com/asms_edu
• Xx.com/asms_edu

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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