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Are single-sex schools better than coeducational schools?
While the vast majority of Australian schools are coeducational, single-sex schooling is a popular choice for many families. We present some of the latest news on gendered schooling in Australia.
Read moreNew South Wales Budget provides funding for schools and TAFEs
The New South Wales 2015-16 Budget has been released, with a heavy focus on new infrastructure and services. Here are some of the highlights for families and students.
Read moreShould maths and science be compulsory in Year 12?
Federal Education Minister Christopher Pyne has put forward a proposal to enforce study of a maths or science subject in Year 12. We take a look at what the changes would mean for your child, as well as some of the arguments on both sides.
Read moreWinter school holiday survival guide
With the winter holidays around the corner, it's time to start thinking about how you'll keep the kids busy until they head back to school.
Read moreFederal Budget delivers good news for school students and families
The federal government's Budget has been released overnight, delivering largely positive news for school students and families.
Read moreHow to get your child out of their comfort zone
If you want your child to extend their options and get out of their comfort zone, it's all about ensuring they try new things.
Read moreChoosing the right school for your child
Choosing a school is no easy feat. There's a lot to consider and it's made no simpler by the many ways in which schools vary.
Read moreAcademic terminology glossary
If you feel like you're trying to learn another language when reading about your child's schooling, we explain some of the jargon you may encounter.
Read moreFive facts about university offers
As the new year gets underway, so too does the nervous wait for university offers.
Top New South Wales schools in 2014
With the release of HSC scores comes the annual list of top schools in New South Wales.
Read moreThe facts about your child's ATAR
Not only does December mark the end of the year, Christmas and summer holidays - it is also the month for Year 12 final results!
Your child's options if they don't want to do Year 12
While leaving school in Year 10 may have been common practice in the past, these days more and more students are opting to make the most of some of the alternative education options available.
Read moreSchool open days in New South Wales
Secondary school open days give parents a chance to visit schools of interest to determine whether they are the right fit for their child.
Read moreReview calls for shake-up of Australian Curriculum
A review of the Australian Curriculum is pushing for a 'back to basics' approach to what has been described as an overcrowded curriculum.
Read more2014 preliminary NAPLAN results released
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) has released the preliminary results from the 2014 National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) test.
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