Published 30 Oct 2025
Celebrating a Year of Impact: VIT’s 2025 Annual Report Highlights Progress and Reform
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is proud to release its 2025 Annual Report, showcasing a year of transformation, innovation, and commitment to a safe and trusted teaching workforce.
From launching real-time digital registration cards, progressing reforms in teacher registration pathways and commissioning an independent review of our work on professional conduct, the report reflects our focus on streamlining regulation, deepening our work with partners and responding to teacher workforce pressures and the needs of the communities we serve. Our focus is both on the safety of children and young people as well as supporting teacher quality across Victoria.
Martin Fletcher, Chief Executive Officer, said the report highlights the commitment of VIT to continuous improvement and building public trust.
“This year’s achievements are a testament to the professionalism and integrity of our VIT staff and the importance of our partnerships across the education sector,” Mr Fletcher said.
“We’ve taken important steps to improve transparency and streamline our processes to ensure that every child in Victoria is taught by someone who is safe, skilled, and supported.”
Key highlights from the 2024–25 reporting period include
- 158,937 registered teachers in Victoria, with a 9.9% increase in new registrants.
- Digital registration cards introduced, enabling real-time verification and safer hiring practices.
- Reform of the Permission to Teach (PTT) scheme and overseas qualification assessments, making Victoria more accessible to diverse teaching talent.
- Record outreach activity, with over 145 programs delivered to support teachers and mentors.
- Improved regulatory performance, including approx. 20% reduction in open professional conduct cases.
Mr Fletcher also acknowledged the central role of VIT in safeguarding children and young people:
“Our work is grounded in a shared responsibility with schools and our partners to protect learners and uphold the integrity of the teaching profession. The reforms we are undertaking aim to strengthen a culture of respect, fairness, and child safety.
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved, but we recognise there is more to do. This report is not just a reflection of the past year, it’s a signpost for the future,” Mr Fletcher said.
The Annual Report also details VIT’s financial performance, strategic priorities, and future plans, including further enhancements to digital service delivery and stakeholder engagement.
The full report is available here.