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How to react when your kids are getting awards at school and when they aren't
Getting an award is super exciting for a kid. Making sure they feel accomplished whether they do receive one or not will help keep them motivated for their next year of study.
Read moreHow to reduce your child's screentime
Our addictions to our devices has gotten crazy lately, and it feels unstoppable as tech becomes more and more entrenched in our lives. Check out these tips to help keep your kids screen time down.
Read moreHow to prepare for the transition from year 6 to year 7
Is your year 6 child in their final few weeks of primary school? Supporting them through the transition into high school can feel convoluted. Check out these tips to help support them through the changes.
Read moreWhat are HSC major works, and why do they matter?
Consideration of undertaking an HSC major work should be measured as they can be difficult if your child is not passionate about studying them. Find out more about what they are and why they matter.
Read moreHow to know when it's time to drop subjects in year 12
Do they want to drop the subject because they have some tricky assignments coming up? Is it one of their best subjects? Do they not like the teacher? There are so many factors that go into deciding when to drop a subject. Check out these tips to help you figure out if its the right time for your year 12 child to drop a subject.
How many major works is too many
If your kid is particularly creative it can be easy to start stacking up major works quickly. Making sure you help your child make a considered decision will help stop them from overloading their study.
Read moreHow to study during year 12 Stuvac
Navigating your child's year 12 stuvac before they start their final exams can take some careful consideration. Check out these tips you should live by in these final few weeks.
Read moreHow to help your child in the weeks before their final exams
With final year 12 exams coming up soon here are some tips to help you support your children so they can keep going until exams begin
Read moreHow to balance studying for multiple subjects during year 11 prelims
It can be difficult for your kids to hold onto good strategies when they have to study for multiple exams during an exam block. Here are some tips to help them balance their study workload during a study block.
Read moreScholarships aren't just about marks, here's why
Scholarships are often seen as purely academic. However they are very often to do with other skills and talents, and knowing what sort of scholarship is right for your kid is important.
Read moreShould your child go to every university open day?
Choosing whether your kid should keep all their options open and find out everything about universities, or whether they should stick to the ones they are 100% sure of is difficult.
Read moreBenefits of Co-Educational Boarding
Guildford Grammar's co-educational boarding experience provides a setting for boys and girls to develop healthy and respectful relationships with one another, while allowing siblings to learn and live together – just like at home.
How to Help Your Child Decide Which Subjects to Keep and Which to Drop for Year 12
Deciding which subjects to drop and which ones to keep can be difficult, but is an important conversation as it can help keep your childs stress and axiety over year 12 much more manageable.
Read moreShould your child go to university open days?
Going to a university open day can be daunting as a student, so having their support network join them can help ease their nerves.
Read moreThe power of play: why breaks matter in primary schools
The benefits of morning tea extend far beyond the school years. The social skills, emotional intelligence, and creativity nurtured during playtime are essential tools for success throughout life.
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