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We all want to make the best decisions for our children when it comes to their education. But with so many options, where do we start? The “Educate” Section of Your Kids Ed arms parents with valuable information to help them make this all-important choice. Articles from experts address how to choose a school for your child, and links to school search sites help you to find schools meeting your criteria. There is information on government, independent, and catholic school sectors, as well as alternative forms of education, and specialised programs. We have included information on financing school costs, and we also keep you informed on school term dates, open days, and other events.
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2010 Shaping Up as a Better Year for Graduates
March 2010 Graduates seeking employment can expect many more opportunities in 2010, according to recently released findings from the 2009 Graduate Outlook Survey. The research, conducted by Graduate Careers Australia (GCA), revealed that around 21 per cent of surveyed employers intend to increase the scale of their graduate recruitment program in 2010.
Have Your Say on the Australian National Curriculum!
by the Editor The Australian National Curriculum was launched early this week (March 1, 2010), and all Australians are invited to visit the new website and have their say. The purpose of the new National Curriculum is to deliver a set of national education goals to better prepare young people for their participation in a changing world.
Australian Curriculum Consultation Portal
From March 2010, the community is invited to review and comment on the draft K-10 Australian curriculum in English, History, Mathematics and Science. ...read more »
New Laws to Lift Standards in Queensland Schools
February 2010 Primary teachers will be tested on their literacy, numeracy and science skills before entering Queensland classrooms under new laws passed by the Bligh Government last night. " ...read more »
Every School Child to be Assigned Identity Number
February 2010 The Education Minister, Julia Gillard, has announced a plan to assign every school child an identity number so that parents and teachers will be able to track their progress throughout their school life. ...read more »
New Literacy and Numeracy Taskforce for NT
February 2010 A new Literacy and Numeracy Taskforce is being established as part of the Territory Government’s Smart Territory strategy. Education Minister Chris Burns said the Taskforce will work with schools across the Territory to focus on driving improvements in the critical areas of literacy and numeracy. ...read more »
How to Get the Best out of the My School Website
February 2010 The Australian Parents Council (APC) has released an important on-line resource for parents: How to get the best out of the My School website. ...read more »
National Pilot to Increase Cyber Safety in Schools Begins
February 2010 The Minister for Education, Julia Gillard, has announced the 164 schools selected to take part in a national pilot project to address cyber-safety. The Australian Government is providing $3 million for the world-first cyber safety initiative developed and conducted by child safety charity, the Alannah and Madeline Foundation.
Funding Boost to Manage Asthma in Schools
February 2010 The beginning of the 2010 school year provides a timely reminder for parents and school communities to be prepared and informed about asthma. ...read more »
Government's My School Website
For the first time parents, teachers and communities will have access to nationally consistent information that details a school’s results, its workforce, its financial resources and the student population it serves. ...read more »
Is the School Funding System Flawed?
January 2010 Despite a record injection of funds into public schools by the Federal Government, private schools will still receive billions more in federal funding by 2013, new research has found. The government has welcomed the report, saying that it highlights the unprecedented investment being made in Australian schools.
More Than $168 Million for Tasmanian Schools
January 2010 The Minister for Education, Julia Gillard, and the Tasmanian Premier and Minister for Education and Skills, David Bartlett, announced a $168 million National Partnership, that includes funding for 112 schools across Tasmania to ensure that Tasmania’s most disadvantaged students aren’t left behind.
Drug Education at School: Families Talk
December 2009 Researchers at the University of Sydney have undertaken the first detailed analysis of Australia's Life Education program, a drug education program which is now a core part of the primary and secondary school curriculum.
New National Standards for Early Childhood Education
December 2009 The Council of Australian Governments meeting has agreed on new compulsory national standards for child care and early childhood education services. This reform will deliver a higher standard of care for children, and clearer and more comprehensive information for parents. ...read more »
Performance Reports for Victorian Government Schools
Introduced in November 2009, the Victorian Government now provides school performance summary reports for all government schools in the state. ...read more »
Information Technology Study Loses Popularity
November 2009 The proportion of people studying information technology decreased from 9% in 2001 to 3% in 2009. The most common field of education (for persons enrolled in a non-school qualification) was Management and commerce (26%), followed by Society and culture (19%), according to figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Australian Vocational Student Prize 2009 - Closing Date
04/12/2009 - 00:00
Nominations for the Austrlian Vocational student prize close on December 4. School principals or VET coordinators nominate outstanding Year 12 students. Up to 500 prizes are awarded annually. The prize includes a certificate and $2000. ...read more »
Girls 'Disengage' From High School Science
November 2009 High school girls are bored, disengaged and stressed in science classes when compared to boys, Northern Illinois University researchers say. And teachers might not be doing enough to change the situation. ...read more »
Today's Children Decide Their School And Career Path Early
November 2009 'What is very striking,' says Professor Croll, 'is that for this generation there is absolutely no gender stereotyping in hopes for the future. Furthermore, what children say at the age of 11 about school participation after the age of 16 is highly predictive of their actual behaviour.' ...read more »
Local Schools Working Together
November 2009 The Local Schools Working Together pilot program is a new approach to addressing the needs of our schools and their local community that broadens the benefit of government expenditure on capital infrastructure.
Catholic and Independent School Get Major Funding Boost
November 2009 The Premier of Victoria John Brumby announced that the Victorian Government had reached an historic deal with the Catholic Education Commission and the Association of Independent Schools which would see a record funding boost to Catholic and Independent schools across the state.
Government Teachers Awarded Top Marks
November 2009 NEiTA (National Excellence in Teaching Awards) and the Australian Scholarships Group have announced the names of the 60 Australian teachers to receive NEiTA 2009 ASG Inspirational Teaching State and Territory Awards. ...read more »
Education Revolution Report Card Released
November 2009 One of Australia's top education consultants, Brian Caldwell, has released a report card for the nation's education revolution, and gives many aspects and strategies a critical review. ...read more »
Targeted Reforms For Better Student Income Support Welcome
October 2009 Universities Australia welcomes the proposed legislative changes to student income support that are under consideration by the Federal Parliament this week. ...read more »
Recognising Teaching Excellence – 2009 Award Winners
October 2009 On the eve of World Teachers Day, the Minister for Education, Julia Gillard has presented 64 Australian teachers, principals and school support staff with awards for teaching excellence, in a ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra. ...read more »
