Teachers Health
Teachers Health is a not-for-profit health fund for the Australian education community, established in 1954.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
Teachers Health is a health insurance provider established by the NSW Teachers Federation in 1954 to provide cost-effective private health insurance for members of the education industry and their families. It has grown from a foundation membership of 2,600 to over 400,000 members, making it the largest industry-based fund in Australia. The fund is not-for-profit and gives back to the education community through scholarships, sponsorships, and research.
History
Teachers Health was established by the NSW Teachers Federation in 1954 to provide cost-effective private health insurance for members of the education industry and their families. It started with a foundation membership of 2,600 people and has grown to look after over 400,000 teachers, education staff and their families around Australia. The fund is not-for-profit and has given more back to members as benefits than the industry average for over 10 years.
Products and positioning
Product categories. Private health insurance · Hospital cover · Extras cover · Travel insurance
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