South Australian Aboriginal Sports Training Academy began at Para West in 2006, which is a year 10, 11 and 12 choice subject.

The subject is a pathway covering several topics for Aboriginal students aspiring to pursue a sporting career as an athlete or working in the field.

Non Aboriginal students can also gain access to the curriculum and work it towards their South Australian Certificate of Education.

Teachers and program colleagues met at Stuart High School on Thursday to begin planning for the program.

Eyre Futures Incorporated project officer and former local resident Bill Parker said students had to apply for the program, which was a "very high standard and competitive process to get into".

Commitment, behaviour and school attendance were key parts of qualifying, also involving an interview process.

Mrs Conley said since Aboriginal students found out about the program, attendance and behaviour had improved including about six new enrolments to the school.

"The main aim is to ensure Aboriginal students achieve their SACE and really comply in terms of the job market," she said.

Mrs Conley said it wasn't just about having straight As, but about setting goals to improve.

Academy students can also work to further education such as university and TAFE.

Mr Parker said the program was also much more than individual improvement, it was also about community building.

"It's not just sports outcomes, it's delivering curriculum outcomes," Mr Parker said.

Program supporters include many Australian sporting leagues including AFL and SANFL.