Schools
Public schools going independent
Since 2009 Western Australian public schools have been turning independent, and now nearly two thirds of the state’s public schools......
Aussies falling behind in education standards
Results are out for Australia from the survey of education outcomes called PISA, and they’re not good. Our goal is......
Schools embrace peace
From understanding the plight of child soldiers to creating a friendly environment in classrooms, the Save The Children Global Peace......
Muck-up day in the spotlight
It’s that time of year again when school leavers from around the country revel in their muck-up day… but not......
Indigenous teachers tackle racism in the staffroom
We can expect to hear some rude or even racist comments from naughty kids in the classroom from time-to-time, but......
Coalition pledges independence for public schools
In its education policy announcement today, the Coalition pledged $70 million for around 1500 public schools to gain greater autonomy......
Will public schools be left behind as Catholic schools sign up for Gonski?
Advocates for the Gonski school reforms say they could have the opposite of their intended effect if the remaining states......
Election 2013: Better Schools for disadvantaged students?
The Better Schools reforms are dividing the nation with teachers crying out for change and pollies holding out for it.......
Election 2013: Gonski negotiations carry on
A new Prime Minister, a new Education Minister, and now perhaps a new Gonski. The June 30 deadline for all......
Comics on the English curriculum in senior school
Comics have crept into the school curriculum. Education experts and comic artists agree that its about time. Senior students in......