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A crackdown on the "invisible barrier" that stops young people from giving uni a go is hopefully coming soon!

This could involve implementing paid practical placements (finally!) along with better opportunities for Indigenous communities, regional areas and lower socio-economic areas. 

https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/the-bold-plan-to-make-more-than-half-of-australias-young-people-a-university-education/4cea4htnd

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Differentiating lessons is extremely important, and here at Full Spectrum Education we are committed to adapting our teaching style and lesson content to suit the needs of your child Thank you for the kind review, Lisa!

If you're looking for a qualified educator to work with your child this term, get in touch with us for a no-obligation, free consultation appointment …


We have spoken to some of our teachers, and collated the study tips and strategies they recommend to Full Spectrum Education senior students. …

Ultimate Holiday Reading List

Ultimate Holiday Reading List

It's the school holidays but that doesn't mean you need to feel the holiday boredom! Use this ultimate holiday reading list to get your learner lost in the land of books 📚


As part of our #movementmarch campaign where we encourage students to get healthy and active for their mind, we are sharing ten of our favourite easy and healthy recipes for students. From breakfast to lunch, dinner to snacks, there’s something for everyone here to keep them fuelled and going all day long! …


Today's blog will explore the relationship between a healthy body and healthy mind as part of our campaign to encourage students to be their healthiest for #movementmarch.  …


‘Ikigai’ is a Japanese concept that roughly translates to ‘life’s purpose’. It is basically the thing that gets you out of bed in the morning. It is commonly expressed using this Venn diagram which means the thing you are meant to do, your Ikigai, is a combination of what you are good at, what you can earn money from, what the world needs and what you love. …


If you’re a parent, you’ve likely heard the term ‘STEM’ being thrown around within the education community. However, unless you have a very science/maths/technology related learner, it’s not exactly clear what STEM is and how its application can help your student succeed. So, today we are going to dive into what exactly STEM is and how it can be used to benefit you! …


Getting reluctant readers to pick up a book is pretty difficult – trust us, we know. However, the importance of a consistent reading routine is well understated. Reading not just gets them off their phone, computer or games, it improves spelling, grammar, sentence structure, creativity and critical thinking! …


Did you know that there isn’t just “dyslexia”? This word, thrown around a lot, is usually thrown to kids that struggle in reading and literacy, but there are more than just dyslexia and are psychologically diagnosed learning difficulties that can severely impact learning if they are not diagnosed and learning is not adjusted appropriately. So, what are the “four D’s” and what do we need to know about them? …


It’s finally that time – school holidays are here! Let’s beat holiday boredom together with these five activities that will keep your students occupied while learning. …


It is the time of year when most students from years 8 – 10 are beginning to choose their elective classes for 2021 and this can be a completely overwhelming task, to say the least. We have asked some of our qualified teachers to help define what exactly electives are and how to choose the best for success. …


If you have a child at school, you’ve more than likely heard the term “syllabus” thrown around. However, unless you have a background in teaching, you probably are a bit unsure of what exactly a syllabus is. …


My child is learning from home... but now what?

Victoria is unfortunately back into Stage 3 Lockdown, and although schools are rapidly working to move their classes online and have (fortunately or unfortunately, we’ll let you decide…) had prior experience with online schooling, what students really need in this time is support from the people they can see in real life, while ensuring they are still working toward their learning goals. …


Here at Full Spectrum Education, we know just how difficult the beginning of a term can be. The meltdowns, the complaining, the desperate cry of “just ten more minutes!”

Is this really how you want your child to be starting the term? Unfocused, sluggish and generally unmotivated?

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It feels like we were just on holidays thanks to COVID-19 and online schooling, but the first week of mid-year holidays is already upon us. You may be wondering how best to utilise this time to help your child reach their learning goals, so here are some tips on how to get the most out of this time! …


Literacy, the ability to read and write, is one of the most important skills to help your child learn and grow. Having a high level of literacy aids students to think more critically and creatively, express themselves with more clarity and can actually benefit them in other subjects such as Maths and Science. Luckily, there is a tonne of ways you can help your child improve their literacy level at home! …


Every school has a unique method of setting work, tasks and assessing the level their students are at, but mostly these tests come in the forms of an assessment or an assignment. However, the difference between the two of these can be hard to spot - both receive task sheets, both can usually be worked on at home, they can contain some of the same content. So, how do we tell the difference and how can this help your child? …


It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought in an unprecedented era of online learning and education. All years and study levels were forced dramatically and suddenly to navigate a world previously unknown to them, and all of their education was digitised. …


As we know, school has moved online for the foreseeable future. Each learning institution is handling the situation differently, using a combination of email, school uploading platforms, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, OneNote... the list is endless. Most students are relatively tech-savvy, so utilising these platforms won't be an issue for them or something they will need help from their parent or guardian with. What they do need help with is the nemesis of all young people - structure. …


Research shows conclusively that one of the best ways to transfer information from Short Term Memory (STM) to Long Term Memory (LTM). One of the best strategies is called SPACED REPETITION. Spaced Repetition, essentially, involves revisiting the ideas or skills you are learning in class regularly. For example research suggests revisiting at least once within 48 hours, and then at least weekly to maximise understanding and retention.
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We are blessed to live in a world where, in a crisis like the one we are all currently experiencing, we can move most of our day-to-day activities online. With this move to digital we are seeing meetings, social plans and dates going online, and learning is no exception. …


In education and learning it is important to understand that skills and concepts require different approaches to learning.  They also require an understanding of the goals of different types of Practise.  Effective learning also requires an understanding of the differences in the type of knowledge with which you need to engage. …


It’s official – Australian schools have closed and are making the transition to online learning. Although the current line from the Government is that school will recommence at the beginning of Term 2, that reality is looking more and more unlikely with each passing day in these uncertain times. …

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