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The Educator opens entries to The Most Influential Educators award

Students’ reading and writing skills put to the test as NAPLAN begins

Nearly 1.3 million students across Australia have begun sitting their NAPLAN tests to assess whether they are meeting important educational outcomes

The smart way schools are tackling admin overload

From reducing principal burnout to closing the digital divide, innovative approaches are helping schools navigate the biggest challenges of 2025

Problem-based learning boosts student retention – study

Problem-based learning is tackling declining attendance rates, sparking creativity, and revitalising student engagement across Australia's high schools, new research finds

Aussie students shine in maths but face key challenges, global study finds

Australian students continue to perform strongly in mathematics globally but face critical areas needing attention, a new analysis of OECD data reveals

Fears of failure again as the latest round of NAPLAN tests begin

While one-third of students struggle with literacy, an innovative AI tool is transforming writing outcomes in Queensland schools

How schools can encourage children to report bullying

Why do Australian schools struggle to address bullying effectively? An expert points to strained resources, unclear communication, and misunderstood parental expectations

2025 Most Influential Educators list – entries now open

Nominate leading education professionals who are changing the game

ACT signs updated federal school funding deal

Under the new agreement, the Commonwealth will lift public school funding to 25% of the SRS by 2034

Money matters, but education reform matters more – expert

To truly improve education, we must go beyond funding increases and reform the outdated school system, Dr David Roy tells The Educator