High school students are planning to protest tomorrow. This is how they can stay safe
FG Trade/Getty Images High school and university students around Australia will take time out of classes tomorrow to protest against […]
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The NAPLAN fine print we missed: the gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students is growing
Abstract Aerial Art/Getty Images Last week’s NAPLAN results landed with their usual media splash. There were headlines worrying about the
Education ministers are worried about technology use in schools. Should they be?
Thirdman/ Pexels Australia’s education ministers are increasingly asking if there is too much screen time in schools. Phones are already
No degree is AI-proof. But delaying specialisation may offer students an edge
Getty Images Choosing a university degree has never been straightforward. Students and parents have always asked which courses and majors
What do parents want when it comes to childcare safety? More information for a start
Kenneth Surillo/ Pexels In recent weeks we’ve seen more reports of alleged child sexual abuse involving a Sydney childcare worker.
One in three students in years 7–9 show signs of school disengagement. What’s causing it?
Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images Starting high school can be an exciting time. Students meet new people, study new subjects and
More than half of children and teens are using AI for personal reasons. This comes with risks
Beatriz Herrera/Getty Images New data released this week shows 54% of Australian children and teens are using artificial intelligence tools
Australia’s Year 3 numeracy scores have ‘dipped’ – should we be concerned?
Jan van der Wolf/ Pexels The national NAPLAN results are in for 2026. Years 5, 7 and 9 saw their
35% of Australian uni students are part-time. But higher ed is still geared towards full-timers
AJ_Watt/ Getty Images When we think of a traditional uni student, you might picture someone young who is studying full-time.