Wellbeing

How to lead with heart without losing your edge

The Educator speaks to the co-author of a new book offering a practical, compassionate blueprint for sustainable leadership and wellbeing

Calls grow to cut defence ties in Australia's schools

A new report reveals growing resistance to weapons companies in schools

Job satisfaction key to principal wellbeing and retention – report

School leaders who feel fulfilled in their roles are far less likely to quit—and significantly more resilient in the face of daily strain, new research suggests

'Sideline behaviour' putting kids' mental health at risk

The culture of junior sport is being eroded by toxic behaviour on the sidelines, a leading safeguarding expert warns

More than half of Australia’s school principals intend to quit – report

Australia's school leaders report worsening levels of anxiety and depression amid rising levels of physical violence, threats, and bullying, new research shows

What every educator needs to know about Occupational Therapy

Knowing which students might benefit from extra support isn't always straightforward –especially when their needs aren't immediately visible

New research lifts the lid on the emotional lives of Australia's teachers

A new book calls for a new discourse on navigating the emotional toll of toxic positivity, datafication, strained leadership and high-stakes classrooms

From iPads to Playtime - How Kids’ Motor Skills Are Changing

The Educator speaks to Chloe Han from Young Academics about the importance of hands-on play and boosting students' fine motor skills

NAPLAN can make students more anxious – study

Policymakers and educators are being urged to clarify NAPLAN’s purpose and boost emotional and academic support for students

Inside the new program helping Australia’s pre-service teachers thrive

A successful three-pronged approach is equipping early-career educators with the tools to prioritise their mental health