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One of the most common questions I get asked by parents is - how do I know if my child is falling behind at school? It isn’t an easy question to answer and depends on the age of the child but there are some warning signs to look out for. 10 Warning Signs Your Child May Be Falling Behind at School 1. Poor Grades The obvious sign that your child is falling behind in their classwork is low grades. If your kids' results have dropped significantly or are consistently below satisfa

As parents we are always concerned about our kid's education. It can be challenging to navigate the school system, especially when it comes to advocating for your child. Don't worry, you aren't alone! Here you'll find practical tips on how to be the best advocate for your child. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfortable, and let's get started! Having a good relationship with your child's school staff is key to effectively advocating for him or her. So, don't be afraid to say "

Online tutoring in Australia is rapidly gaining popularity and many parents are curious about the pros and cons of taking learning online. In this blog post, we will examine some of the common misconceptions about online tutoring and explore its many benefits. Tutoring Online in Australia Since that thing happened in 2020 and much of the world had to homeschool, there has been an explosion of online tutoring in Australia. Online learning is becoming one of the fastest-growing

Exams can be stressful, but they don’t have to be. It is normal for kids to feel anxious about important assessments. There are lots of ways to prepare for exams and reduce anxious and nervous feelings. One of the best ways to prepare for an assessment is to use practise tests. I think practice tests are a fantastic tool for exam prep - read on to find out why and how you can use them. , You can get our free OLNA practise tests here Identify Areas of Weakness Practise tests a

So you might have heard about a little something called NAPLAN, and if you haven’t, ah where have you been living? All jokes aside, for year 9 students NAPLAN can have some serious outcomes. Year 9 students are required to meet a minimum benchmark in their Year 9 NAPLAN test in order to get their high school certificate (otherwise known as WACE, Western Australian Certificate of Education). If they don’t meet this benchmark then they are required to take what is called the OL

It's probably been quite a while since you had to do research for a school assignment. Things have changed since we were at school. These days it isn't necessary to head to the library and fight over the encyclopedias with your classmates! Researching can be tricky for anyone, especially in the age of misinformation. Did you know that it is estimated that at least 30% of "information" available is inaccurate! (fake news anyone?) This is why it is more important than ever to h

The back-to-school ads are everywhere, it's blistering hot and you are sick of hearing “I’m bored” and “there’s nothing to eat” … It can only mean one thing … It is almost time for the new school year to start. It is normal for kids and adults to feel nervous and anxious about the beginning of the school year. Although that doesn’t make it any less stressful. It can be even worse for those who are just starting school, changing schools, or starting high school.So what can yo

As the new year gets into full swing you might be wondering when does school start in Perth 2023? The Perth school year starts at the end of January 2023. With students returning to school on Wednesday the 1st of February 2023. Term 1 Dates Term 1 runs for 10 weeks finishing on Friday the 7th of April 2023. Term 1 school holiday dates are the 8th of April to the 23rd of April. Since Anzac day is on the 25th of April, you will likely find that most schools have a pupil free da

Whether you are enjoying the holidays or can’t wait for them to end, we all want back to school 2023 to be easy and stress-free. The lead-up to back to school can be overwhelming especially when big changes are happening for the little people in your life. We have lots of ideas to help make the back-to-school period as smooth sailing as possible. Back to School Shopping Trip There is always lots to buy to get ready for back to school. Why not get the kids involved in the shop

Don’t worry about the kids being bored these holidays, we have 50 things to do on summer holidays to keep them busy. This list includes free, cheap, and low-cost activities that won't break the bank. So bookmark this list and come back to it as you need … 50 things to do on summer holidays there are bound to be a few you haven’t tried. Let's make these holidays the best ones yet! What to do on summer holidays for free 1. Head to the beach - to make it even more exciting maybe