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.
Introducing Lalilo by Renaissance
Introducing Lalilo by Renaissance
August 15, 2023
Mastery of foundational reading skills is essential for literacy success. Reading research indicates systematic phonics-based programs that develop letter-sound correspondence, word and sentence reading, working memory, and audio processing skills provide students with the best opportunity to master [...]
Children’s Books about Self-Love
Children’s Books about Self-Love
July 5, 2023
By Lisa Heller This month our team has chosen to shine a light on some books that teach children about self-love. In a time where judgement and bullying are omnipresent, it is more important than ever to teach children about [...]
See Every Student with the new Renaissance
See Every Student with the new Renaissance
April 21, 2023
Renaissance has achieved many milestones in our rich, almost 40-year history. What started as a local company in central Wisconsin, USA has grown into a global leader in education with a strong presence in the UK and Ireland. This week [...]
