SAPEA supports teachers who are interested in philosophy in schools. Our aim is to foster genuine, rational inquiry in classrooms through the introduction of programs which integrate philosophical thinking across all disciplines, applying;

  • Critical thinking strategies
  • Problem-based learning
  • Higher Order Thinking Strategies

We offer

  • Teaching resources, such as lesson plans, videos and articles
  • Online networking
  • Opportunities for professional development (certification)
  • Regular real-time networking via Philosophy in the Pub​​​

​Philosophy in the Pub 2019  
held at the Kentish Hotel, North Adelaide, from 6:30pm-8pm
usually on the Thursday evening of Week 5 each term.

1st March - A Teacher Community of Inquiry 
31st May - A Teacher Community of Inquiry 
23rd August- A Teacher Community of Inquiry 
15th November - A Teacher Community of Inquiry 

This is a great opportunity to network with other teachers as well as engage in a round table discussion lead by members ​about tissues and ideas that emerge from these discussions.

Inaugural Middle School
​Community of Inquiry Day
in the Art Gallery
JULy 4TH 2019

Looking for our slide show from this event? Download here...​

Events in 2019

Upcoming Events​
  • Feb 23rd - 24th HaSS SA Conference
  • Jul 4th Inaugural Middle School Community of Inquiry Day in the Art Gallery
The SA Philosophy in Education Association is a member of ​The Council of Education Associations of SA.
​SAPEA is an affiliate of the