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Choosing the right high school

My daughter is really smart, and we have a few options on where we can send her for high school. We want to find somewhere that is a good fit for her socially and emotionally as well as academically as high school can be such a challenging time. This blog has some of the tips that we have picked up from our search for the perfect high school and some of the conversations we've had with teachers and other parents. It's an important choice, and we want to get it right. This blog is for the parents of kids about to go into high school.

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5 Things To Look For In Your Child’s High School Curriculum

7 September 2022
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As a parent, you will no doubt want your child to receive the best education possible. You want them to be challenged, grow as learners, and develop the skills they need to succeed in college and beyond. How can you tell if a high school curriculum has what you are looking for? Here are five signs. 1. There is a clear focus on critical thinking and analysis In an excellent high school curriculum, students will spend time developing their critical thinking and analysis skills. Read More 

Speech Therapy: When Does Your Child Need It?

18 November 2016
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Before you assume that your child is having developmental problems, you should keep in mind that all children will progress at a different pace. Nevertheless, you will find that some children may show significant differences when compared to their peers. It then becomes a tough call to know whether your child is simply developing at their own pace or if they do require professional assistance to help them catch up. One of the aspects that may show significant differences between one child and the next is speech. Read More 

Drive Safely: Aggressive Behaviour You Should Avoid To Minimise Road Accidents

13 May 2016
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Road accidents are caused by several factors such as car equipment failure, bad conditions on the road and the design of the roadway. In some cases, the driver's behaviour is to blame when accidents do happen. Therefore, you need to be aware of these tendencies and the danger they pose to you and other road users. If you have just passed your driving test, you may be exhibiting one or more of these behaviours without knowing the dangers associated with it. Read More 

Types of Truck Driving Licences

10 August 2015
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There are diverse types of driver's licence categories designed to cater for different personal and commercial requirements. If you are thinking about acquiring a truck driving licence, it is crucial for you to understand the available classes. This will help you identify and choose the right training for a career in the transport and logistics industry. You should note that driver's licence groupings and condition codes are unvarying regardless of your home state or territory in Australia. Read More