Attila Csaszar/Getty Images The Coalition is signalling it wants to see more disadvantaged Aboriginal students go to private schools. In a recent speech outlining his approach to education, opposition spokesperson

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Hundreds of high school and university students are expected to skip classes today as part of a nationwide student walkout opposing Pauline Hanson and One Nation. Protest organisers the National

FG Trade/Getty Images High school and university students around Australia will take time out of classes tomorrow to protest against Pauline Hanson and One Nation, with posters promoting the event

Abstract Aerial Art/Getty Images Last week’s NAPLAN results landed with their usual media splash. There were headlines worrying about the significant proportions of students below certain benchmarks and specific questions

Thirdman/ Pexels Australia’s education ministers are increasingly asking if there is too much screen time in schools. Phones are already banned or restricted in every public school around the country.

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Kenneth Surillo/ Pexels In recent weeks we’ve seen more reports of alleged child sexual abuse involving a Sydney childcare worker. There have also been reports of children leaving a Melbourne

Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images Starting high school can be an exciting time. Students meet new people, study new subjects and gain more independence. But for many, high school can also