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Review 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.
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An update on education news in your state
There's always a lot going on in the education sector, so it can be hard to keep up. To help you out, we've summarised some of the biggest news items affecting school education.
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A guide to apprenticeships and traineeships
If your child is looking for a practical training option, an apprenticeship or traineeship may be of interest.
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Assisting your child with university course preferences
As a parent, you play a vital role in supporting your child and helping them through the course preference period.
Why your child should study a language at school
With the federal government recently allocating funding towards improving the uptake of languages in schools, we take a look at the benefits for your child.
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How independent public schools may change Australian education
Earlier this year, the federal government pledged $70 million to assist public schools to exercise greater autonomy through the Independent Public Schools (IPS) initiative.
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What the Budget means for your child's schooling
Released in May, the federal government's Budget will see Australian families facing a number of changes, many of which will affect school and further education.
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Five social media safety tips for parents
Although social media certainly has many benefits, it is natural to be concerned that your child may run into trouble or have a negative experience online.
Selective entry schooling in Victoria
Selective entry schools provide an alternative to mainstream schooling for academically gifted students. There are four government sector selective entry high schools in Victoria.
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Early childhood programs and their benefits
Early childhood programs are an important first step towards compulsory schooling, giving children a head start on their education and the skills necessary to succeed in their first year of school.
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Survey reveals the cost of an Australian school education
A survey conducted by the Australian Scholarships Group (ASG) has exposed the price of an Australian school education, revealing the costs parents can expect to pay to put their children through the government, Catholic and independent school sectors.&
Victorian Government announces plans for online school exams
Victorian school exams could soon be completed online under an assessment overhaul proposed by the state government.
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Top schools in New South Wales for 2013 revealed
The top schools in New South Wales have been revealed, determined by each school's proportion of students who achieved a score of 90% or above in an HSC study.
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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?
