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Action needed to address gender gap – principal

A South Australian principal is calling for action to address the gender gap in academic outcomes across the state’s schools

Revealed: Australian Education Awards 2019 winners

On Friday night, the national spotlight shone on dozens of inspiring principals, teachers and department heads at the Australian Education Awards 2019. Inside, the night’s winners are revealed

Rural communities won’t lose teachers – govt

Rural and remote communities suffering through the drought are not about to lose their teaching staff, the NSW Education Minister has assured

How to bring more clarity into your leadership

Highly accomplished practitioner and researcher Dr Lyn Sharratt explains how principals can create a culture of learning that embraces equity and excellence

Greater oversight of child welfare needed, says expert

The Educator speaks to an expert about a new report which found major flaws in the NSW Department of Education’s unit tasked with investigating misconduct complaints

Teachers call for boost in play-based learning

A recent survey found that 80% of WA teachers support more play-based learning in early childhood classrooms

Opinion: We are short-changing our girls in co-ed schools

A recent article discussing the inclusion of single-sex classes in co-educational environments ignores the very real benefits of single-sex schools. Loren Bridge, executive officer at the Alliance of Girls Schools Australia explains why

Boys need support for positive body image too

Research now confirms that eating disorders and negative body image in males are increasing

Program gives Year 5 girls ‘emotional toolkit of skills’

Year 5 teacher Annie Shannon explains how her school’s ‘Social Tuesdays’ program is boosting students’ social and emotional skills

College farewells ‘humble and humorous’ teacher

St Rita’s College in Clayfield has farewelled a hallmark member of its staff, Paul Jarvis, after 40 years of teaching at the campus’ secondary school