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These resources are for all parents, teachers, tutors, educators, advisors and anyone who has an interest in our children’s education.
Everything from learning, teaching, tips & tricks as well as best practices and activity guides. We provide a mix of insightful and actionable blogs that will help with your child’s educational needs, allowing them to attain their educational potential in fun and interesting ways.
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5 Ways to Prepare for a Smoother School Term
A smoother school term starts with small, steady steps. From reintroducing gentle routines to knowing what your child will be learning, the right prep can shift your whole week, not just your mornings.
The Year 1 Phonics Check Explained: A Guide for Queensland Parents
Queensland has just introduced a quick reading check for all Year 1 students. This short, one-on-one activity helps teachers spot reading challenges early and provide support while it’s still simple and effective.
If Year 9s Are Writing Like Year 4s, We Need to Talk About What Happens in Year 2
Many Year 9 students are now writing at a Year 4 level, but the real issue starts much earlier. In the early years, writing often takes a back seat to reading, and the step-by-step teaching students need isn’t always there. This post explores why foundational writing instruction matters and what it actually looks like in practice.
Brave, Brilliant and True: 7 Non-Fiction Books That Inspire Kids to Dream Big
Non-fiction isn’t just facts and timelines. It’s fuel for imagination, curiosity and courage. In this Book Week roundup, we’re sharing real-world adventures that help kids build confidence, ask big questions and see themselves as part of the story.
Book an Adventure: Why Reading Matters (and How to Help Your Child Love It)
Book Week is full of costumes, parades and excitement, but behind all the glitter and glue guns is a bigger opportunity. This post explores why reading matters more than ever, how to support reluctant readers and simple ways to help your child fall in love with stories.
How to Set Goals that Turn Big Dreams Into Real Progress
Setting goals can help your child stay motivated, focused and proud of their progress, but only if the goals actually work. In this post, we’ll walk through how to help your child set simple, meaningful goals they’ll want to stick with, and explore how the right support can turn big dreams into real, confidence-building progress.
What Your Child’s Report Card Really Means (And How to Use It To Support Their Growth)
Not sure what your child’s report card is really telling you? Whether it left you celebrating or scratching your head, this guide will help you understand what the grades mean, how to respond and how to support your child’s next steps with confidence.
Why More Parents Are Choosing Online Tutoring (and Loving It)
More and more families are turning to online tutoring, not just for the convenience, but because it works. From calmer afternoons to real academic progress, it’s support that fits into busy lives and helps kids thrive.
What Does Progress Look Like - and What to Do if You’re Worried
What does real progress look like for a child? How do you identify it, and what should you do if you’re worried it’s not happening for your child?
How a Tutor Helps Build Confidence (and Why That Changes Everything)
Confidence can change everything - from how your child tackles homework to how they feel about themselves. Here’s how a great tutor helps rebuild that confidence and makes learning feel good again.
What a Confident Learner Really Looks Like (Hint: It’s Not Only About Grades)
Confidence isn’t about getting every answer right – it’s about believing you can grow, even when it’s tough. Here’s why learning confidence matters – and a few simple ways to nurture it at home.
5 Hands-On Easter Fun Activities That Teach Through Play
Easter break is the perfect time to mix a little fun with learning. These five hands-on Easter activities will keep your kids entertained and thinking – all while creating special holiday memories together. No worksheets required!
Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conversation: 5 Key Questions to Ask
Parent-teacher meetings are over in a flash - blink and you’ll miss your chance to get real answers! These five must-ask questions will give you the inside scoop on their progress, challenges and how to help at home. Don’t walk away guessing!
The Truth About NAPLAN (and Why You Don’t Need to Panic)
NAPLAN can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Wondering what it really measures (and what it doesn’t)? Let’s bust some NAPLAN myths and share simple, stress-free ways to support your child - so they feel confident without the pressure!
An Action Plan for Parents: What to Do When Your Child Falls Behind
Is your child falling behind in school? Maybe their grades are slipping, frustration is mounting, or homework has become a daily battle. We know how stressful this can be, but you’re not alone! This guide will help you support your child in getting back on track.
A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading
If reading is fun, children will want to do it!
That’s why we’ve put together this list of brilliant books that will engage and excite your child at each primary year level!
Inspiring your child to find their love of reading is probably the very best way there is to support their learning in school.
Top 3 Common Mistakes Kids Make When Telling Time
Many children find learning to tell the time tricky - and with good reason, it’s a very abstract concept!
When it comes to helping your child with telling time, it can be a frustrating experience.
Let’s look at the top 3 common mistakes we see kids make. We’ll explain the misconceptions, and give strategies to help teach time in a way your child understands.
How to Teach Your Child to Tell Time
Telling time seems like a simple concept to us adults. It can be frustrating when your child just doesn’t seem to understand. However, it’s actually quite complex when you break it down.
We break down the process of teaching time to your child into simple steps and include useful top tips to make it easier for you and your child!
The Best Order to Learn Times Tables
What times tables should my child know for their age? How can I help my child learn their times tables?
If you find yourself asking these questions, then you’ve come to the right place!
We’ve put together a simple guide to help you understand what grade different multiplication facts are taught at school, as well as some handy hints to help your child master their multiplication facts!
Unleashing the 'Understanding' Strand: The 'Why' and 'How' of Maths
Brace yourselves as we delve into the realm of the 'why' and the 'how' of mathematics—the essence of the 'understanding' proficiency strand. A year level guide is included to help you identify the skills for your child, as well as a list of question prompts and ideas to support your child at home to inspire your child’s love of maths.