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PISA results mean we are failing our students
The 2022 OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) has confirmed the
need for specialised targeted support in Australia’s education system to help students from
disadvantaged backgrounds make the most of their education.
The Smith Family calls for urgent action following the Summary Report on educational reform
Children’s education charity The Smith Family says it’s optimistic the commitment of
education ministers, and a new summary report informing school reform, will lead to
improved outcomes for students most in need - but the time to act is now.
The Smith Family and VIEW Clubs of Australia welcomes the Governor General as Patron of both organisations
The Smith Family and VIEW Clubs of Australia are delighted to announce that, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, the Governor General of Australia, has agreed to be Patron of the two organisations.
Compounding effects of COVID and economic crisis are widening education gap for Australia’s most vulnerable students
The Big Giveback campaign launches nationally today to raise much-needed funds for young Australians in need through The Smith Family’s education support programs. Read media release....
New survey shows more Australians concerned about rise in child poverty and its impact on educational outcomes
The Smith Family welcomes equity focus in 2024 Federal Budget boosting opportunities for students experiencing disadvantage
Online tutoring program shows gains in numeracy and literacy for those children who need it most
The second trial of an online in-home tutoring program has achieved strong results for children struggling with numeracy and literacy.
The Smith Family launches new five year strategy
The Smith Family has today launched an ambitious new five-year strategy with a goal to make a bigger difference to the lives of the children and families it supports.
Children’s education charity calls for support amid warnings thousands of disadvantaged students at heightened risk of slipping behind in their education
Children’s education charity The Smith Family has launched its 2020 Winter Appeal with a warning that thousands of young Australians experiencing disadvantage are at a heightened risk of disengaging from their education, amid the challenges posed by COVID-19.
The appeal aims to raise $4.2 million by 30 June to deliver life-changing learning and mentoring programs to students in need.
New survey: One in two Australians see poverty affecting children and families in their community
More than half of Australians report seeing children and families affected by poverty in their local area, according to a new survey commissioned by children’s education charity The Smith Family.
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