With Asia's rise on the world stage in what is being called the 'Asian Century', the Australian Government has released a White Paper listing a number of goals to be achieved by 2025. But what does this mean for your child?

Schools and students across the state of Victoria are celebrating their achievements as the 2012 VCE results are released.

Results of international reading, mathematics and science tests have shown that Australia's education standards are falling behind international benchmarks.

The Australian Education Bill has been introduced to parliament in response to the Gonski review of school funding.

One of the biggest concerns (and sources of confusion!) for parents deciding where to send their children is whether to send them to a coeducational or single-sex school.

A report released by the New South Wales Auditor-General has indicated that no significant progress has been made over the past ten years in terms of improving literacy among Indigenous students.

With the Olympics having come to an end, media reports continue to discuss suggestions that there is too little emphasis on sport in Australian schools.

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The Coalition Government has revealed that it will repeal any legislation passed to introduce the Gonski reforms if elected next year.

With the first phase of the Australian Curriculum underway, read on for an update of what's been happening in 2012.

The Victorian Parliament's Education and Training Committee released an inquiry into the education of gifted and talented students in late June. The committee found that, in its current state, gifted education is lacking in four main areas.

The announcement of the 2012-13 federal budget has seen a number of funding initiatives for Australian education, many of which will directly benefit families with children in school.

Choosing a primary school can be difficult, especially if it is the first time you are making a decision about your child's education.

Read on to find out the potential pros and cons of choosing a selective entry government school.