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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.
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EXCLUSIVE: Parramatta MP reveals vision for $100m high-rise school
As the NSW state government prepares to unveil a $100m high-rise school in Parramatta's CBD, Parramatta MP Julie Owens has told The Educator the facility could house more than just a school.
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Surge in private school enrolments as parents ditch public schools
A new report has shown a surge in private school enrolments, suggesting parents aren’t fazed by exorbitant fees and students achieving the same academic results as those in public schools.
