Putting wellbeing at the heart of education is crucial at Berri Regional Secondary College (BRSC). In response to the devastating impact of the River Murray floods and the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, the school established an onsite wellbeing hub – this lifeline has provided wellbeing services to over 400 children and young people in theLearn more >

They say that mathematics is a universal language, but to Nullah, a Year 4 Aṉangu student, it never felt this way. He always felt a disconnect between the maths taught in English, and the cultural concepts he connected with. Areyonga School, in the Northern Territory recognised this disconnect was a problem for many children, andLearn more >

Coolbellup Learning Centre’s (CLC) dedication to supporting non-verbal children knows no bounds, however COVID and funding challenges made it difficult to give students the support they needed. CLC in WA is a specialist school for students with high support and diverse needs, and Nico, Year 4, was one of the many non-verbal kids there whoLearn more >

Working together with the Stronger Smarter Engagement program, Tara Shire State College (TSSC) in QLD is enriching student’s experiences to strengthen culturally inclusive practices. Incorporating Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum through activities like journal writing, creating plans to address cultural issues, and delivering the Acknowledgement to Country has helped children to explore their cultural identityLearn more >

At four years old, Miles was excited to start kindergarten and his local school was looking forward to welcoming him. They had recognised the importance of building an early partnership with Miles and his family, to connect them with supports to give Miles a strong and successful start at school. The Gateway Learning Community ofLearn more >

Jacob’s transformation is a testament to Café 10, an innovative work experience program for Year 10-12 students at Warringa Park School in VIC. His mum says: “Jacob has learned so much. He has become really confident in the kitchen and tried to replicate everything he makes at school, at home. I have also noticed heLearn more >

Schools Plus and Google have joined forces to ensure young Australians are prepared for the future skills that they will need for 21st Century careers. In a partnership spanning three and a half years, disadvantaged schools from across the nation will be supported with innovative projects that empower children with tech, digital and critical thinkingLearn more >

In a community where almost one-third of kids fall behind in literacy due to language and learning challenges, Maxine, a five-year-old from Rokeby Primary School (RPS) in Tasmania, was no exception. The Literacy Strides project at RPS is a game-changer for kids like Maxine. By involving families and using play-based activities, the program is helpingLearn more >

As an area often affected by floods, members of the Kurri Kurri Learning Community (KKLC) in NSW are no strangers to hardship and the stress that comes with it. Levi, a Year 12 student at Kurri Kurri High School, had been disengaged and suspended multiple times. His behaviour was a clear sign that he neededLearn more >

With a deep history of trauma, Amelia, Year 6, was often disengaged at school. Specialist classes were especially challenging, and this took a toll on her confidence and outlook on life. The LEGO STEM Discovery program at Austins Ferry Primary School, TAS is not just about building objects, it’s about building character. Through hands-on learningLearn more >

With ‘gungambarr’ meaning ‘butterfly’ in Mamu culture, the Gungambarr Butterfly Project at Innisfail State College, Queensland is all about transformation. Blending Indigenous knowledge, digital technology, and entrepreneurship, the initiative has ignited a passion for learning, sustainability and culture in children and young people at the school, and has helped them to build valuable life skills.Learn more >

Recognising that trauma was at the root of many children’s difficulties with learning, behaviour and relationships at school, a cluster of four schools on the Central Coast of NSW adopted a new approach. Teachers in the cluster are embracing the BRACE model, a trauma-informed teaching approach that focuses on Belonging, Routine, Attachment, Capacity, and Emotion.Learn more >

Ava, a Year 4 student at Bruthen Primary School (VIC), responded honestly when teachers asked her and her classmates what they thought about maths; Ava said: “we told them we hated maths.”

Roxy, Year 10 student at Wynyard High School (TAS), never felt she had a role model. Her mum and older sister never had a job and much like other children in the area, the household she grew up in caused a bit of trauma. Feeling like her prospects were bleak, Roxy did not regularly attend school.