The challenge of educational equity
Explore the challenges of educational equity and our evidence-based solutions. Learn how we advocate for disadvantaged students and drive lasting change in Australia's education system.
Pathways, Engagement and Transitions: Senior Secondary Transitions in a Changing Context
Pathways, engagement and transitions: experience of early school leavers
Pathways, Engagement, Transitions: Initial post-school transitions among young people experiencing disadvantage
Online tutoring program shows gains in numeracy and literacy for children who need it most
Supporting students experiencing disadvantage through online tutoring at home.
Improving Young Australians' Literacy and Numeracy: The Catch-up Learning program
The Smith Family piloted Catch-Up Learning, an online tutoring program, with qualified teachers providing one-on-one sessions in literacy and numeracy to financially disadvantaged students on The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. The tutoring occurred in the student’s home. Read Full Report
Now is a crucial time to make education better and fairer for all Australian school students
Explore crucial insights on the National School Reform Agreement (NSRA), focusing on literacy, numeracy, and digital skills. Learn about evidence-based programs, parental engagement, and transparent data use.
New survey: cost-of-living greater threat to education than COVID
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.
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 essential funds for young Australians in need through The Smith Family’s education support programs. Read the full media release to learn more.