Being active in your school community

When you’re active in your school community, your child gets many academic and social benefits. Being active at school is also good for you.It gives you the chance to contribute to the school and meet other parents in your local area. In this episode of Raising Learners, Professor Julie Green talks…

Helping children and teenagers reconnect with school

Missing a day of school every now and then is normal. But sometimes children and teenagers become disconnected from learning. They might even avoid school or refuse to go. It can be a serious issue. In this episode of Raising Learners, Genevieve Higgins, head of the Jesuit Social Services’ Navigato…

Supporting social and emotional development

Supporting your child’s social and emotional development is an important part of being a parent. It’s also an important part of school and learning for children. In this episode of Raising Learners Vikki Ryall, Executive Director, Clinical Practice at Headspace and Mary Sayers, CEO Children and You…

Koorie learners: investing in our kids’ dreams

Aboriginal perspectives are increasingly reflected in today’s education system. This is good for Koorie children, and good for all children too. In this episode of Raising Learners, Gunditjmara man Mark Rose speaks with Julie Green about ways Aboriginal parents and kinship carers can get involved w…

Teen learners: independence, connection, and the teenage brain

Adolescence is a time of major development inside the teenage brain. And changes in the brain drive changes in teenage emotions, thinking and behaviour, including the desire for more independence. If you feel that you’re less important to your child now, it might help to know that your child needs …

Supporting your child with additional needs at school

Children with disability can get a range of support for their primary school education. You can help your child get the most out of school by working closely with the school on support options and adjustments that will suit your child. In this episode of Raising Learners, Dr Tim Moore from the Murd…

How to help primary school kids succeed in learning

You can support your child to learn well by focusing on their strengths, making the most of everyday learning opportunities and activities, and working with them to set achievable learning goals. In this episode of Raising Learners, Professor Harriet Hiscock and primary school principal Hayley Doyl…

Embracing your autistic child’s strengths

Autistic children often do well with routine, structure and predictability. But family life can sometimes involve changes in routine and unexpected events. In this episode of Raising Learners, I CAN Network’s Chris Varney talks with Julie Green about how parents can help their autistic children thr…

Supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing in difficult times

Good mental health is key to children’s overall development. It’s also very important in helping children and adults adapt to change and deal with life’s challenges. You can promote mental health in your family with positive relationships, a healthy lifestyle and more. In this episode of Raising Le…

Boredom: helping children make the most of it

Did you know that boredom can be good for children? When children are bored, they’re forced to use their problem-solving skills, creative thinking and imagination to play. In this episode of Raising Learners, play specialist Cat Sewell joins Professor Julie Green to discuss creative ways to turn bo…