Simple schoolhouses, big dreams – how a dad-to-be’s PhD project is transforming childhoods around the world When Faisal Bin Badar started his PhD at Charles Darwin University, he had one goal in mind: to help children in Pakistan access a better education. What he didn’t expect...
Teachers, homeschoolers and families — take your students on an online adventure! The Australian National Maritime Museum is offering a fantastic line-up of free virtual excursions in Term 2 for primary school students across Australia. These interactive sessions align with key curriculum topics and national events,...
Funny and Engaging Early Reader Books to Build Kids’ Vocabulary Early Reader books—sometimes called Junior Fiction—sit between picture books and more advanced chapter books. Aimed at children aged 6 to 8, these books feature more complex plots, rich vocabulary to support reading growth, and plenty of...
There is a persistent gender gap in Australian schools, writes Sarah Buckley. Boys, on average, outperform girls in maths. What can parents do? We see this in national tests such as NAPLAN, as well as international assessments. A new Australian Council for Educational Research analysis by my...
Australia’s top early childhood educators are set to be recognised, with nominations now open for the 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards. Now in its 11th year, the awards celebrate outstanding educators and carers across three categories: Advancing Pedagogy & Practice, Individual Leadership, and...
All schools in Australia receive both public and private funding. How does it work? asks Laura Perry. During the federal election campaign we can expect to hear candidates talk passionately about school funding. This is one of the most contentious areas of education policy – and...
The 2025 CBCA Book of the Year Shortlist has just been announced. The List of Notables was published at the end of February. This year's shortlist features some of the best known names in Australian children’s literature, such as Isobelle Carmody, Freya Blackwood, Matt Stanton and...
Ben Kilby looks at how to talk about philosophy with little kids If your young child asks “what’s the meaning of life?” you might laugh it off (how cute!) or freeze in panic (where do I even begin?). It’s tempting to dismiss these big questions as too...
Open Days and Special Events allow parents to see if the school is a right fit for their child and that the school offers the academic and cultural expectations of the family. They are an important event for both the schools and their pupils and...
Maths and creativity don’t have to be opposites—they might just be the perfect pair for better learning outcomes. Could Creative Thinking Boost Literacy and Numeracy? When ‘Elephant’ toothpaste erupts in the science lab, history lessons involve Pokémon playing cards, and maths students bake chocolate brownies, it might...
