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How to get the most out of school open days
Visiting a school is a chance for you to see where your child will be spending a big chunk of their life. It is important to know that they are in a place where they will be comfortable and safe, as well as challenged and engaged.
Winter holiday activity guide
With the end of term nearing closer for most schools, it's time to start brainstorming holiday activities for the break.
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State budget wrap up: New South Wales and Queensland
After the release of the Federal and Victorian budgets last month, the 2016-17 New South Wales and Queensland state budgets have now been revealed.
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Applications for select-entry schools close on 13 May
Victoria's four selective academic entry government high schools provide a specialised environment for academically talented students in Years 9 to 12.
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Are you too involved in your child's homework?
It's not uncommon for parents to help their kids with homework, but at what point does this become harmful to their learning?
Budget 2016 targets youth unemployment
The 2016-17 Federal Budget reveals a strong focus on getting young people into work, with the $840 million Youth Employment Package.
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What you need to know about academic scholarships
If you're exploring your child's scholarship options, here's what you should keep in mind throughout the process.
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Top Queensland schools in 2015
With the release of the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority's Year 12 Outcomes report, the top-performing schools in Queensland for 2015 have now been revealed.
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Victoria opens two P-Tech schools
The Pathways in Technology (P-Tech) model is being unveiled in Victorian schools as part of the federal government's innovation and science agenda.
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Your state's top schools for 2015
With the release of ATARs and final results in December, the top schools for 2015 have been revealed.
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Summer holiday activities in your state
If you're racking your brain trying to think of ways to keep the kids busy, we take a look at some of the activities happening in your state - from Christmas celebrations to events and festivals in the new year and beyond.
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National curriculum update
Implementation of the Australian Curriculum has continued in 2015, with all states and territories now teaching the national syllabus for English, Mathematics and Science from Foundation to Year 10.
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What is 'enterprise education'?
You may have heard the term 'enterprise education'. We explain what it is, how it's used in schools and why it's important.
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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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Your child's gap year options: working overseas
If travelling overseas is on your child's radar, we explore some of the exciting gap year opportunities they may consider when they head abroad.
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