We need to ask students why, write researchers Nigel Howard and Andrew Bills. Today federal and state education ministers are meeting to talk about school attendance. Federal Education Minister Jason Clare has repeatedly flagged this as a key concern. As he told Channel 7’s Sunrise last...
Kylie Clark, Principal, Sunrise Christian School, Fullarton, South Australia, writes that Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who is the foundation of the Christian faith. At our school, celebrating Easter is not just about ‘religious beliefs’ but also a valuable opportunity to teach children...
Many parents have concerns over the religious education their children are currently receiving in public schools, reports Dr Jennifer Bleazby Many government schools provide religious classes in the form of church-based “religious instruction”. These types of classes segregate students into faith-based groups in which they receive...
We have some Pintor Paint Marker prize packs to Giveaway to seven lucky subscribers. Pintor water-based paint markers come in different tip sizes: extra fine, fine, medium and broad. With up to 30 colours to pick from, Pintor is a multi-purpose D.I.Y. Paint marker that is...
If the thought of getting the craft supplies out to make a beautiful creation for the upcoming Easter Bonnet parade has you running for the hills, then you’re not alone! “Many parents feel overwhelmed by the mess and time spent cleaning up caused by paints, glue...
Tamara Heath wonders if it is better being the oldest or the youngest in the family. When my eldest daughter was a newborn, I snipped a bit of skin off the top of her finger while trying to cut her nails. The moment I realised what...
Jessica Holloway, Glenn C. Savage and Steven Lewis search for some answers. Australia’s education ministers have recently announced changes to NAPLAN that will start right away (2023). These include bringing the testing date forward and changing the way results are reported. According to the ministers: These new...
Some recent releases and two Australian classics brought back to introduce their story to a new audience are the features of this month's books. Grandma's Guide to Happiness by Andrew Daddo and Stephen Michael King, pub. by HarperCollins, imprint ABC, H/B, RRP$22.99 Ages 3+ This book is delightful...
Researcher Rebecca English looks at why more and more parents are homeschooling and why governments need to be vigilant. Bullying can be a major factor in deciding to homeschool. An increasing number of Australian families are educating their children at home, either through homeschooling or distance education. My...
The My School website has just been updated, writes Stewart Riddle, so what does make a good school? Parents often worry about which school will be the best one for their children. Is the local public school the best option, or would another public, faith-based or...
