Education is a pathway out of poverty
The Smith Family helps children living in poverty get the extra learning support they need today.
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Education can end poverty
It is possible to bridge the gap for children living in poverty, giving them the opportunity to break the cycle of disadvantage.
Education can end poverty
It is possible to bridge the gap for children living in poverty, giving them the opportunity to break the cycle of disadvantage.
Media centre
Visit the The Smith Family Media Centre to view our latest media releases, opinion pieces or contact our media team to learn more about our work.
The Smith Family in the news
As Australia’s largest children’s education charity, we’re often featured in the media. You can find out more about how we support young people, and our positions on issues affecting the students we support.
Data can help tackle inequity
Discover how our advocacy leverages data to drive social change and improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged students. Learn about our initiatives and impact.
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: Young people's insights on navigating post-school pathways
This fourth Pathways, Engagement and Transitions (PET) report shares the stories of six young people who were in Year 12 in 2020 and on The Smith Family’s long-term educational scholarship program, Learning for Life.