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Qualities parents value when choosing a school

In a competitive school environment, having favourable qualities for prospective enrolments is more important than ever. A recent survey outlines what they are.

Thousands of students set to benefit from early maths program

The Victorian Government has thrown its support behind an early intervention program helping children develop their maths skills.

Principals sound alarm over drug incidents

Victorian principals say the impact of the drug ice has seen students turn up to class in psychotic episodes, steal from their schools and assault teachers.

Axe swings at Safe Schools program again

A major petition against the Safe Schools program has been tabled in the NSW Parliament after pressure from Australia’s Chinese community.

Managing family law matters: what you need to know

Whether it’s custody-related issues, AVOs or parental disputes, school leaders must know their legal obligations.

Principal responds to uniform outrage

A Melbourne principal has responded after his school became embroiled in controversy over its new uniform policy, which one student said “shamed” girls.

Teacher jailed over encounters with student

A Melbourne teacher will spend three years and nine months in prison after pleading guilty to having a sexual relationship with one of his students.

School unveils journalism subject for students

One school is offering its students an opportunity to become media savvy through a new media industry studies subject. Its principal tells The Educator why.

Students hack off hair in front of assembly

These two students knew that by bringing something shocking in front of their whole assembly, people would sit up and take notice of a good cause.

Opinion: Why your school’s brand is important

Roberto Omozusi, director of Principal Creative Communications, discusses why your school can develop itself into a strong and successful brand.