starting school
Starting school is a big step for you and your little one. Try these ideas to help make the transition easy and happy so that your child starts school on the right foot.
New study discovers the best age for starting school
New research has revealed there are mental health benefits associated with delaying school. more
Why age is just a number when it comes to starting school
Is four-and-a-half too young to start kindy? While state recommendations differ greatly, this mum’s experience proves the...more
5 reasons why having a relief teacher can be great for your kids
Having a casual teacher isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Many casual teachers bring a fresh perspective among other great qualities...more
Moving mid-year? Here's how to help your kids change schools
The decision to relocate is a tough one. But while a move can be quite an upheaval, there are ways to soften the impact on your...more
Kindy teacher confidential: Parent teacher interviews revealed
There are mixed feelings for parents when parent/teacher interview season rolls around for another year … but just imagine...more
My son repeated kindergarten and we're so glad he did
The decision to repeat is a difficult one for any parent. But for this mum, seeing her boy struggling in kindergarten signalled...more
5 signs your child's school might be wrong for them
Choosing a school is one of the biggest decisions that parents make in the life of their children. Influencing identity, values,...more
Why every primary school child needs to have a male teacher at least once
Our children need both male and female influences. Yet in primary schools, male teachers have become an endangered species. Here’s...more
Does class size really matter?
Worried there are too many children in your child’s class for them to truly excel? The research suggests it actually doesn’t...more
Calm down parents! There's no such thing as the perfect school for your child
If you’re going around in circles wondering which school to send your child to, you’re not alone. Social commentator,...more
Are school starters too young, over-tested and given too much homework?
According to research, formal learning approaches may not be the best thing for kids starting school, so why is this government...more
Dr Justin: How to manage that back-to-school anxiety
Back-to-school anxiety is very real, and can be tough to deal with. Dr Justin Coulson provides some helpful tips for starting the...more