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Primary school literacy improving, says expert
There are “promising signs” of improvements in primary reading levels, says a leading voice in education.
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"Culture of competition" not in the best interests of schools
The president of the Secondary Principals’ Council says "culture of competition" is not in the best interests of schools.
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States turn their back on govt’s public school plan
All but two states have rejected the Independent Public School (IPS) model, throwing one of the Government’s key education policies into turmoil.
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School’s Year 9 ‘sex survey’ sparks full investigation
A NSW school is currently under investigation for asking Year 9 students to complete an inappropriate sex survey and advertise themselves on mock dating websites.
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Govt announces “world first” $40m school
The Education Minister has announced a new state-of-the-art super school for Ballina.
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How your school can fight cyber-bullying
A new high-tech weapon can aid in the fight to keep your school's students safe.
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60% plunge in school-provided iPads, laptops
Less than half of Australia’s schools are now providing students with laptops or iPads, taking the burden off struggling budgets. As BYOD programs gain in popularity, is it time your school got involved?
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Schools struggle with demand for ESL classes
A massive 62% increase in students who require ESL courses is proving a challenge for many schools. Are you taking advantage of all the funding available?
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SCHOOL DRUG CRISIS: 20 students suspended every week
Schools must make the most of available support networks to combat a rising drug problem, the president of the Secondary Principals Council has suggested.
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Is there still a place for God in the classroom?
Professor Marion Maddox of Macquarie University says religion no longer holds the mantle it used to in Australia’s schools.
