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Sponsorship is helping Chenoa to shine at school
Chenoa loves having a sponsor. It’s not just because before sponsorship she couldn’t go on school excursions.
The Smith Family welcomes three new board members
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pandemic presents a chance to address the root causes of youth disadvantage
Having limited financial resources affects families in so many ways, including reducing access to some of the fundamental tools of education such as books, stationery and digital technology.
New survey: concerns of a widening gap between Australia’s ‘haves’ and ‘have-nots’ – and the impact on children’s education
The Big Giveback campaign launches nationally this month to raise much-needed funds for young Australians in need through The Smith Family’s education support programs.
The Smith Family significantly expands careers education in schools nationwide
The Smith Family’s Growing Careers Project has the potential to transform the approach to careers education across the country.
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