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Choice in the Victorian education sector

Education in Australia comprises of three different sectors: independent, Catholic and government schools. For more information on Victoria's diversity of choice in education, download PDF here...

Parents' obligations when sending a child to school

In order for a school to best serve the needs of a child, it is important that the school and family work together and form a partnership. As part of this relationship, parents have a number of obligations in relation to sending their child to school. Download PDF here...

Transition through the stages of education

As the academic year draws to a close it is inevitable that students of all ages and their parents start to anticipate the following year and all that it might bring. For a number of students, the new year will bring many changes whether they are starting primary school, moving from primary to secondary school or commencing tertiary education. Download PDF here...

The school – family partnership

A close working partnership between families and their school, which begins when a student is enrolled at the school, is an important ingredient in ensuring that each student benefits from the best educational opportunities that a school can provide. Download PDF here...

 

 

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