Adding to ongoing discussion about the cost of education in Australia, figures released by the Australian Scholarships Group this week have highlighted the increasing cost of private schooling in comparison to government and Catholic schooling.

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

Every now and then, questions arise about the right age for children to start school. Some worry about the best age for primary school entry, others about the maturity level required before children can (or should) progress to secondary school.

In light of negative publicity concerning children's social media use, it's important that you get acquainted with some of the risks involved and ensure that your child understands how to use social media safely.

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.

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

Like adults in the workplace, it's important to remember that your child will not always be happy at school... whether due to academic pressures, issues within friendship groups or inadequate support from teaching staff.

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

The New South Wales Government has announced a $24 million initiative to hire 200 additional teachers in 2012.

The second stage of the 2011 NAPLAN testing results have been released, following the September release of the initial NAPLAN Summary Report and the distribution of individual student reports.

Victorian government primary schools have welcomed 100 mathematics and science teaching specialists into classrooms in time for the new school year.

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Reputable sources like the Australian embassy or consulate in your country or the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship are great places to find information. Education providers and agents in your country will also help.