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The advantages and disadvantages of homework
The purpose of homework is to bridge the gap between children's learning at school and at home, but just how relevant is it to the modern generation?
Is homeschooling an option for your child?
Popularly known as home education, homeschooling provides families with a legal alternative to a formal school-based learning experience.
Read moreHow to prepare your child to move out of home
If your child is getting ready to move out of home, our checklist can help.
Read moreNew online opportunities for Australian students
Online education is expanding in Australia, with a host of new opportunities available to students at secondary level.
Read moreThe facts about tertiary study applications
As Year 12 students move into the tertiary application period, we've set out to answer some of the questions you might have about your child's application.
Your child's tertiary study options
If your child is coming to end of their time at secondary school, you may be wondering about their tertiary study options.
Victoria signs up to Better Schools Plan
Victoria has reached an agreement with the federal government on the Better Schools Plan that will see the state's schools receive an extra $12.2 billion of funding over the next six years.
Read moreExtracurricular options for your child
Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of co-curricular and extracurricular activities during their schooling years.
Read moreWhat you need to know about applying for independent schools
This checklist describes everything you need to know about applying for independent schools, including the ins and outs of selection policies, application fees and deadlines, and more.
Read moreGonski school funding reform update
In light of the federal government's recent political turmoil and leadership change, you may be wondering how the Gonski school funding reforms have been affected. Let us fill you in on the state of affairs as they now stand.
Read moreDigital learning in Australian classrooms
A new report by the federal government's Digital Education Advisory Group (DEAG) has stressed the importance of transforming teaching and learning through digital education.
Read moreFood policies at your child's school
Australian schools are getting more and more conscious about food policies, both to cater for children with allergies and to teach students about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
Read moreVictorian Government proposes new pathways within VCE and VCAL
The Victorian Government has proposed three new study pathways that will be integrated into the VCE and VCAL qualifications.
Read moreSteps to take if your child is having problems at school
It's hard to know what to do when you notice that your child is having problems at school. Here we describe three of the most common problems faced by children at school and what you can do to help.
Read moreChoosing a school outside of your local area
You have more than your fair share of decisions to make when choosing a school for your child, from its sector, gender and ethos, to some of the more practical considerations like location.
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