With low uptake of science and mathematics subjects by school students and dwindling interest in related tertiary courses, there's much to be done to raise the appeal of STEM disciplines.

If your child is looking at their post-school study options, you may be concerned about the higher education reforms introduced in last year's Federal Budget - primarily the proposed deregulation of university fees.

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.

Education is a clear winner in the Queensland Budget 2015-16, with $12.4 billion in funding provided for the vocational sector, schools and the teaching profession.

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.

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.

The federal government's Budget has been released overnight, delivering largely positive news for school students and families.

In what Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has called a budget for families, some of the most significant investments will go towards schools.

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.

More needs to be done to support students in their transition from primary to secondary school, according to a new report by Victorian Auditor-General John Doyle.

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.

With the release of HSC scores comes the annual list of top schools in New South Wales.

With the release of Victorian ATARs this week, it's time to reveal Victoria's top-performing schools for 2014.

Sometimes it can be hard to keep up with the policies in place at your child's school, particularly if you're relying on your child for information.