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Find their Spark

Spark their learning

Learning how to dedicate time and energy, and to deal with set-backs is an important lesson in life, and one they are already learning through their interest.

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My child's education

What your child needs to succeed at school

When your child is happy and healthy they can make the most of their time at school. There are ways you can help your child succeed at school.

My child's education

Five ways positive friendships can help your child at school and in life

Belonging promotes positive mental health, physical wellbeing and a better focus on learning.

My child's education

Whatever it takes: getting kids back on track

Research tells us young people need to be taught the skills that will help them handle the challenges they will face as they navigate the world of adulthood.

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So your teen’s considering an apprenticeship or traineeship? Did you know they can do it at school?

Young people can start an apprenticeship or traineeship while they are still at school.

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Busting the myths about vocational education and training

VET teaches practical, workplace skills through training organisations.

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How doing VET can help your teen get their QCE

Students can earn points towards their QCE when they do vocational education and training (VET) courses at school.

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My child's education

Signs your child might be giving up on school and what you can do

How to identify the signs that your teen is giving up on school and what action to take.

My child's education

Four ways extra learning activities can help your child engage at school

Research has found that the school dropout rate among at-risk students was markedly lower for students who had earlier participated in extracurricular activities compared with those who did not participate.

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How trusted adults can support a young person’s engagement at school and in life

Trusted adults can help young people feel more positive about school
and learning and can offer practical support and guidance to help young
people at school.