Seeing the child, not just the grades
Seeing the child, not just the grades
December 5, 2025
Five hundred Australian teachers can’t all be wrong! In July 2025, Renaissance surveyed more than 500 Australian teachers to understand how well current assessment practices reveal the needs of young learners. The message was consistent: today’s system shows [...]
Hearing the Call: The St Andrew’s Story
Hearing the Call: The St Andrew’s Story
December 5, 2025
Hearing the Call: The St Andrew’s Story In the heart of Sydney lies St Andrew’s Cathedral School, founded in 1885 and home to around 1,450 students across its multiple campuses. Common to many schools, St Andrew’s has [...]
Unseen Struggles: Highlighting Student Wellbeing Through PASS
Unseen Struggles: Highlighting Student Wellbeing Through PASS
July 29, 2025
Unseen Struggles: Highlighting Student Wellbeing Through PASS Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase – it speaks to the heart of each individual. For those working with students of all ages, it can be difficult to accurately assess how each student [...]
6 Practical Strategies to Motivate Reluctant Readers and Increase Reading Success
6 Practical Strategies to Motivate Reluctant Readers and Increase Reading Success
July 3, 2025
6 Practical Strategies to Motivate Reluctant Readers and Increase Reading Success Reading reluctance is a big challenge in Australia, not just in classrooms but across the whole country. In fact, according to NAPLAN results in 2023, one in three students [...]
Turning the Page: Tackling the Myths and Assumptions that Impede Reading in Schools
Turning the Page: Tackling the Myths and Assumptions that Impede Reading in Schools
June 23, 2025
1 in 3 students in Australian classrooms struggle with reading, impacting their ability to keep up with lessons. Teachers estimate that 2.5 hours of curriculum time each week is lost due to the need for additional reading [...]
Australia Unveils New Curriculum Version 9: Embracing Innovation in Education
Australia Unveils New Curriculum Version 9: Embracing Innovation in Education
May 2, 2024
By [Helena Karas, 2024], Renaissance Learning Australia Professional Development Coach and Classroom Teacher In a landmark move, the Australian education sector has moved all schools across to the new Version 9 Curriculum, with many schools trialing it [...]
Back to Learning: 7 Essential Strategies for Post-Summer Success.
Back to Learning: 7 Essential Strategies for Post-Summer Success.
February 19, 2024
The carefree days of summer have drifted away, and the classroom is here once again. As the days of vacation come to a close, it’s time for students to make the transition from beach towels to textbooks. Easing students back [...]
How to Start the Year Right and Prepare for the Back to School Season
How to Start the Year Right and Prepare for the Back to School Season
February 9, 2024
The beginning of a school year signifies not only a fresh start for students, but also an opportunity for educators to set the stage for a year of growth, exploration, and achievement. A well-prepared start can make all the difference [...]
From Wake-Up Call to Path of Transformation on K-12 Literacy Enhancement
From Wake-Up Call to Path of Transformation on K-12 Literacy Enhancement
August 31, 2023
As the 2023 NAPLAN results unfold, a stark reality emerges: one in three school students across Australia falls short of meeting minimum numeracy and literacy expectations. This revelation isn’t just a statistic; it’s a call to action.
