How to Deal with School Refusal

With children back at school and Term 1 in full swing, there is one challenge in education that seems to be impacting schools and families. We’re seeing the continuing fallout of COVID, where last year there was a big drop in attendance rates from the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns. School attendance is a […]

How OSHC Programs Enhance the Education Provided During School Hours

Many children across the country attend out-of-school hours care (OSHC) before and after school, on pupil-free days and during the holidays. These programs provide a safe, enjoyable and – perhaps most importantly – supervised environment for children to socialise, learn and play when their parents may still be at work, studying or attending to other commitments. While […]

5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School

The countdown is on for families with children starting primary school this year. Classrooms across the country will soon be welcoming new students. For children starting primary school for the first time, preparation goes a long way towards helping them feel safe and settled as quickly as possible. Here are some activities you can do […]