Is your child preparing for the HSC? This advice from Diane Phillips, Tanya Lawlis, and Vicki De Prazer from the University of Canberra could help. Understanding and managing what contributes to good performance is essential to reduce stress levels for exams....
In Sydney, there are 35 high schools that offer places to students who have demonstrated their outstanding academic potential. 15 of these high schools are ‘fully selective’, meaning that every student has been merit-selected at special entrance...
Did you know that 14% of children in Year 10 only have basic reading and writing levels? It’s an alarming statistic, isn’t it? According to Speech Pathology Australia, children who have language impairments are six times more likely to experience reading and writing...
It’s half-yearly report time and like many other parents, you may have just learned that your child is struggling in Maths. It’s natural to be concerned…and perhaps a little frustrated, especially if you know that your child is capable of better results....
Do you have a Year 12 student who has additional health or learning needs? Practical support is available to give all kids a fair chance of success in their Higher School Certificate (HSC) examinations. Practical support that ‘evens-up’ the HSC playing...
Does your child struggle with maths? Does your child’s maths homework bamboozle you too? You’re not alone! Teacher Diane Bastable explains how you can help your child do better in maths. The Australian Mathematics curriculum has changed significantly in the past 10...
