Catholic Education, Diocese of Cairns
Queensland, Australia
How much talking occurs in your family? And how much of that talking involves your children, either directly or listening in? Research tells us that until children learn to read, most of what they know is learnt from hearing other people talk, usually in their family setting. Want to know more? Watch the fifth video […]
For children to succeed in mathematics, it’s important they understand the why and how of maths rather than relying on rote learning. Research shows that when maths is relevant to our lives, the learning will be more meaningful.
From a parents point of view, reading is extremely important to form a connection with your children. Reading is always one activity you can sit down and do together. ?
What are your children’s favourite books? Parents and grandparents speak about their children’s favourite books to read together.
What are your children’s favourite books? Children speak about their favourite books to read and why.
Read, read, read! Why? Watch the tenth and final video in our Cairns Catholic Education, Reading & Numeracy Series.
The Safeguarding Children’s Conference on April 28 is an annual event organised by the Professional Standards Office as part of the Cairns Diocese’s ongoing commitment to protecting all children. The Professional Standards Office has staff who are trained to deal with and respond to student protection matters, allegations of staff misconduct and parent complaints. The […]
Ms Sheree Limbrick, head of the Catholic Church’s new safeguarding body, has told more than 85 members of the Toowoomba diocese’s clergy, religious and lay leadership that protecting children from danger in Church environments must be at the very centre of the Church’s mission. “If the safety of children and other vulnerable people is not […]
Good nutrition aids both learning and positive behaviour. Our Prep teachers offer their advice on what to pack in your Preppy’s lunch box. Hint… fresh is best, packaged and processed – not so good.
Queensland Parents for People with a Disability (QPPD) has produced this booklet to help parents access an inclusive education for their son or daughter, and then make it work for their child. The booklet draws on the findings from research, the thinking of experts on inclusive education, as well as the voices of parents drawing […]
