Gifted Kids Need Support Too: Why Some Bright Children Are Being Missed
Experts say gifted children need better recognition and support at school — and more teacher training may be the key....
07 June, 2026
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When Your Child Doesn’t Quite Fit: Navigating Parent Groups with a Gifted Child
Parent groups are meant to be supportive — but when your child develops differently, they can feel unexpectedly isolating. Erica Sharplin reflects on raising a gifted child, the awkwardness of standing out, and why finding “your people” can make all the difference. Parent Groups: Supportive —...
26 February, 2026
Why gifted children aren’t always readily identified
Can you spot a gifted child? It's not easy, writes Kerry Hodge, but it’s important that parents and teachers recognise and develop their exceptional abilities. When you have known hundreds of children, your memory of some of them – however engaging they were – gradually fades....
02 July, 2024
How can schools make sure gifted students get the help they need?
Researchers Maria Nicholas, Andrew Skourdoumbis and Ondine Bradbury look at ways gifted students can be better supported now the NSW Government rolls out their new program. Earlier this month, the New South Wales government announced it would roll out programs for gifted students in every public school...
16 April, 2024
Why we should be unleashing the potential of gifted students
Addressing the Neglect in Australia's Education System Do you suspect that your child may be gifted? Are you concerned about their educational needs and the support they receive at school? You're not alone. In Australia, there is a pressing issue of neglecting the needs of gifted students...
20 July, 2023
Unleashing the Potential of Gifted Students
Addressing the Neglect in Australia's Education System Do you suspect that your child may be gifted? Are you concerned about their educational needs and the support they receive at school? You're not alone. In Australia, there is a pressing issue of neglecting the needs of gifted...
23 June, 2023