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The academic impact on bullied students
How significant is bullying on classroom performance?
ATARs and other examination terms explained
With end-of-year exams around the corner, it's easy to get lost among the exam terms being thrown around. Read on as we explain some of those you are most likely to come across.
Alternative Education: Montessori
Developed in 1897, the Montessori educational approach is an alternative to mainstream kindergarten.
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How is Australia dealing with the STEM crisis?
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.
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Academic terminology glossary
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.
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Five tips to help your child prepare for the new school year
With school back for the year, now is the best time for your child to start developing good study habits. We list a few tips to help them enjoy their year and succeed academically.
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What you need to know about school policies
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.
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2014 preliminary NAPLAN results released
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) has released the preliminary results from the 2014 National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) test.
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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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Top 10 educational apps for kids
Smartphones and tablets and the apps that go with them can have a reputation for being time wasters and distractions, but they aren't just for games or social networking.
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