The Parent-Teacher Project
This podcast explores the many facets of a successful parent-teacher partnership, offering insights on how to bring out the best in students, parents, and teachers alike. It aims to answer common questions about education and inspire listeners about the future of learning. The show is produced by Pared Foundation, an organization dedicated to fostering strong collaborative relationships between families and schools.
Episodes
75. Inside Literacy: How Children Really Learn to Love Reading
Reading is one of the most important foundations of a child's learning, but how do we help children move beyond simply being able to read and develop a genuine love for books? In this episode of the Parent Teacher Project, we speak with Joshua Woolnough, primary teacher, mentor and literacy coach at Redfield College, about the role literacy plays in a child's development and the simple ways famil
74. Discover the 'I Am A Teacher' Initiative
Teaching has never been easy, but many educators today are facing increasing pressures, growing workloads, and a profession that can sometimes feel isolating. In this episode, we speak with Eugene Choi and Milad Khalil from the Pared Foundation about the vision behind I Am A Teacher (IAT)—an initiative created to support teachers not just as professionals, but as people. They explore the importanc
73. "I Don't Want to Go": Helping Your Child Face School Anxiety
School refusal, anxiety around camps or school events, and the daily struggle of getting children out the door are becoming increasingly common challenges for families. In this episode, we speak with Dr Jenny Brown, an experienced child and family health practitioner with over 35 years working in child and adolescent mental health and founder of the Parent Hope Project. She offers a refreshin
72. Helping Neurodiverse Kids Shine: The Power of Hobbies
How can hobbies help children grow—not just in skill, but in confidence and self-understanding? In this episode, we are joined by Abi Lee, who shares her personal journey with neurodiversity and how hobbies and interests have played a powerful role in shaping her identity. Together, they explore why hobbies are more than just "extra activities"—they are essential spaces where children, especially
[Rebroadcast] How To Raise Lifelong Learners
Daryl Castellino is the current Director of Teaching and Learning at Redfield College. He shares practical tips on how our children can become the best learners. In this episode, we talk about why it's so important that your child learns beyond the test. This episode is designed to help your child become a lifelong learner. You don't want to miss: Identifying your child's learning style Why we n
71. Game Changers: How Sport Helps Kids to Thrive
In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, we speak with Nick Giorgiou, Head of Sport at Redfield College, father of four, and lifelong athlete, about how sport can shape the character of young people and help them thrive in today's world. Nick shares how discipline, resilience, teamwork, and emotional intelligence learned through sport extend far beyond the playing field. He reflects on t
70. The Anxious Generation: Parenting in the Smartphone Age
In this thought-provoking episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, Alex Perrottet, Dean of Warrane College at UNSW sits down with Associate Professor Xavier Simmons, Master of Warrane College and Director of the Plunkett Centre for Ethics at ACU, to unpack the growing anxiety epidemic among young people — and how smartphones, social media, and modern parenting might be shaping this "anxious genera
69. Nurturing Positive Body Image: What Parents Need to Know
In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, we sit down with dietitian and body image advocate Meg McClintock to discuss how parents and educators can help children develop a healthy, positive relationship with their bodies. From the impact of social media and "selfie culture" to the subtle messages children absorb at home, Meg shares practical strategies for fostering resilience in young peopl
68. The Parent's Guide to Emotion Coaching
In this episode of The Parent-Teacher Project, host Lucia Garcia sits down with Manal Azzi, school counsellor at Tangara School for Girls and a therapist with over 15 years of experience. Together, they explore how parents can support their children's emotional development, model emotional regulation, and respond constructively to the emotional challenges children face at home and school.
67. Netflix's Adolescence: A School Counsellor's Thoughts
In this episode, we sit down with John Soulemezis, school counsellor at Redfield College, to unpack the Netflix series Adolescence. John shares insights on major themes the series raises around identity, masculinity, the online world, and emotional wellbeing. More importantly, he translates these themes into practical advice for parents, teachers, and anyone helping young men navigate today's chal
66. How Educators Inspire Students to Grow
In this episode, we welcome Katrina Alvir, an experienced teacher and expert in character education. With years of experience in classical education, Katrina shares valuable insights on how parents and educators can inspire children in developing virtues and forming good habits. She discusses the power of real-life role models, consistent example and practical ways to integrate character education
65. Diligence & Heart: Raising Kids Who Thrive & Give
In this episode, host Isabelle Thomas sits down with Dr Andy Mullins, an experienced educator and author, to discuss how parents can help their children develop strong character, resilience, and a solid work ethic. Drawing from his years working with families and schools like Redfield and Wollemi College in Sydney, Dr Mullins shares key insights on raising children who are both diligent in their
64. Parent Partnership Part 2: Building a Culture of Trust
In this episode, we explore the role of teachers in building a culture of collaboration with parents. Mary Broadsmith shares her insights and practical tips on fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents as active partners in their child's learning journey. Mary also emphasizes the importance of virtue education and the responsibility teachers have to model professionalism
63. Parent Partnership Part 1: Why Schools Should Let Parents In
In this episode we welcome Mary Broadsmith, Principal of Harkaway Hills College in Melbourne, to discuss the role of parent engagement in schools. As the primary educators of their children, parents have a significant impact on their child's education. Mary discusses how research consistently shows that active parental involvement boosts student flourishing and achievement, strengthens student-fam
62. How To Improve Your Childs Reading And Writing Skills
In this episode, we welcome Anthony O'Shea, the Year 3 teacher at Lysterfield Lake College. Anthony is a father of 4 and has many years of experience in Primary education. In this podcast episode, he speaks about the benefits of learning to read and write at a young age, and how to encourage children to love reading and writing.
61. Is Your Child Ready For School?
Have you ever been worried about when the right time to enrol your child into school is? Meet Catherine Tilley, a mother and teacher who has taught in several school settings. After working n Science, she discovered her passion for early Primary education and has been in the classroom for over 8 years. In this episode, she discusses topics around school readiness for toddler-aged children!
60. Keys To A Successful Family
In this episode, we welcome Kate Mathai. Kate is a mother with 6 children and 1 grandson. Kate has extensive experience in counselling and presenting various programs for high school students, married couples and young parents. She speaks about topics like the importance of adapting your parenting approach over time as your family evolves, how to resolve disputes between your children, and how eve
59. Learning Languages With Your Child
Meet Mr Stefen Drevikovsky. Stefen is the Head of Middle School at Redfield College and has been teaching at Redfield for 15 years. Stefen has a special aptitude for teaching languages, especially Spanish. In this episode, Stefen talks about the reasons and benefits of children learning a new language in school and provides tips on how to perfect a second language. Recommended resources: - https
58. How To Listen To Your Child
Oscar Trimboli is a renowned expert on the art of listening, and creator of the Apple award-winning podcast 'Deep Listening - Impact beyond words.' Oscar has interviewed over 100 of the world's most diverse workplace listeners, including air traffic controllers, deaf and foreign language interpreters, hostage negotiators and spies. Over 14,000 people have contributed to Oscar's research about what
57. Raising Strong Daughters
Fatherhood is a lifelong journey with its own up and downs, but the importance of a loving father's presence, especially for his daughters, can never be underestimated. In this week's episode, we hear the lived experience and advice of five fathers, who are all raising daughters of their own, on how to raise confident daughters in today's world. This episode includes excerpts from a live presen
56. 5 Benefits Of K-12 Schools
Mary Broadsmith is the Principal of Harkaway Hills College in Victoria. With a wealth of teaching, and mentoring experience, Mary shares with listeners the benefits of learning in a single campus K-12 school. Mary covers areas such as friendships, bullying, parent-teacher relationships, and why students may struggle in new school settings. Key Quote: "In K-12 schools, the school gets to know the w
55. How To Raise Lifelong Learners
Daryl Castellino is the current Director of Teaching and Learning at Redfield College. He shares practical tips on how our children can become the best learners. In this episode, we talk about why it's so important that your child learns beyond the test. This episode is designed to help your child become a lifelong learner. Key Quote: "Repetition is something that helps with long term memory."
54. Year 12 Roadmap: Preparing For The 2023 HSC
Brett Wright is the Head Of Senior School at Wollemi College. He is in his 32nd year of teaching Secondary English and has extensive HSC marking experience. Tomorrow Brett shares with parents how teenagers can be best prepared for the HSC. This episode outlines the importance of good habits, and starting preparation early. Key Quote: "It's very important that the student takes responsibility for t
53. Helping Diverse Learners
Junedha Sheriff is the Diverse Learning Coordinator at Tangara School For Girls. A Diverse Learning Teacher helps teach all students and takes in considerations such as abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles. Junedha has helped countless children and understands the struggles that some students face in the classroom. Today, she shares how we can help teach and understand diverse learners. We
52. The Dangers Of Comparison
Judi Prasser is the founder of AV Learning Hub which offers workshops and online lessons on self-worth for teenage girls and boys. Judi shares the dangers of children constantly comparing themselves to others and provides parents with practical tips to help tackle the problem of excessive comparisons amongst students. Key Quote: "The first healthy comparison you can do is with yourself" You don
51. 3 Essential Habits To Teach Your 5 Year Old
Mia Dineen is a teacher, mentor, and formation coordinator at Tangara School For Girls in the Junior School. Mia has a wealth of experience in teaching, and today she shares with us the importance of practising virtue from an early age. Listen on to learn about what a virtue is, why it's important, and how we can practice virtuous actions to enrich the lives of others. Key Quote: "You should nev
50. Tips For Maximising The School Holidays
You may have heard this week's guest on recent episodes such as 'Shaping Your Child's Creativity Through Art', & 'What Is Deep Learning in The Classroom?'. Isabelle Thomas is a mother of 7 children who has extensive experience as a school mentor, a classroom teacher and is also a host at The Parent-Teacher Project. Today Isabelle shares with us how parents can maximise the upcoming school holidays
49. Are You A Soft Serve Parent?
Chris Tanna is the Head of secondary Religion and the Leader of Personalised Education at Redfield College. Today Chris shares with us his wealth of knowledge when it comes to assertive parenting. Providing listeners with not only practical tips on avoiding being 'soft serve parents', Chris has also provided a free survey for listeners to use at home and measure their assertiveness with your spous
48. Signs That Your Child Has ADHD
Martin and Sarah Cullen share their journey to receiving a diagnosis of ADHD for two of their children. Martin, an Intensive Care specialist and Sarah, a former high school teacher, are giving out practical tips for managing ADHD in children. Today you will learn more about the traits associated with ADHD and the path to getting a diagnosis. We also talk about why it's important to understand the
47. Community Service: Ways To Raise A Thoughtful Child
Jack Johnson is the current Head of Personalised Education at Wollemi College. Jack has been involved with various community service programs both internationally and nationally and joins the show to share how community service is so important in forming your child's character, and how acts of community can start at school and at home. Explaining the community service program at Wollemi College wh
46. Managing Meltdowns
Jonathan Doyle is an international parenting speaker and author who has spoken around the world to more than 400,000 people on topics related to identity, leadership, teacher wellbeing, resilience, peak performance and much more. Today he shares his knowledge on how both parents and teachers can prepare for, pre-empt and manage meltdowns at all ages. If you're wondering where to start when it come
45. Overcoming Math Anxiety
Mathematics is often perceived as a subject for some but not for everyone. It can leave students overwhelmed and frustrated – something today's guest is all too aware of. Aditya Nagrath is the CEO and co-founder of Elephant Learning Math Academy whose mission is to empower children and society with mathematics. This episode is filled with practical tips on how to teach maths in a more effective w
44. A Parents' Guide for Raising Hardworking Children
Jim and Julie-Anne McLoughlin are parents to four children who have worked in public service and teaching respectively for more than 20 years. In this episode, they share why it is so important to instill hard work in your children from an early age, and parenting methods that have worked for them to raise children who become contributing members of society. Key Quote: "The standard you walk pas
43. What Is Deep Learning in the Classroom?
Teresa Barry is a primary school teacher at Montgrove College who applies Deep Learning methods on a regular basis to help her students focus on specific competencies in the classroom. Deep Learning is an internationally renowned approach which creates learning experiences for students to work on strengths and weaknesses in character, citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity and creat
42. Shaping Your Child's Creativity Through Art
Gina Engesser teaches Art at Tangara School for Girls. In this episode Gina shares what inspired her to become an artist, and how art can positively impact students' creativity and self-expression. Key Quote: "My parents really instilled in us: if you have hands, you make something." You don't want to miss The importance of raising confident children Why we must embrace the mess Storytelling thr
41. Teachers Harnessing The Power Of Collaboration
David Allen is a professor of English at the College of Staten Island and is the chair of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the School of Education. David has written several books on the importance of collaboration between teachers and the impact this can have on their students' education. Today we'll be talking about how to make the most from a collaborative teaching environment an
40. The Secret To Building Rapport With Your Students
Mark Anderson is the current Head of Senior School and Head of HSIE at Redfield College. Mark helps direct the quality of teaching and learning in Years 10 to 12 in such a way that the students can perform at their absolute best. In this episode we talk about how to build positive relationships with your students, why it's so important, and how to successfully create a learning environment in yo
39. Tips For Parenting In A Digital Age
Dr. Andrew Mullins is the former headmaster of two independent schools in Sydney (Redfield College & Wollemi College). He's also the author of 'Parenting For Character', and the upcoming book 'Parenting For Faith'. Today's topic dives deep into the results from a recent survey called 'Parenting in a Digital World. It was completed by parents from 5 different schools in Australia about how techno
38. What Is Design Thinking? A Modern Approach To Effective Learning
Today, we will be talking about a relatively new method of problem-solving: Design Thinking. Matt Aldous, the current headmaster of Redfield College, has 20 years of experience in education, the last 10 of which were spent in educational leadership. Matt recently completed a course on Design Thinking, with the Design Thinking Academy of Australia and New Zealand. Today he talks about why this app
37. Finding Mindful Moments With Your Child
Dr. Jakubowski is a well-respected international influencer who helps kids live happier, healthier lives. She has touched the lives of thousands of families in with her ability to connect and help kids experience success despite challenging behaviours. With a doctorate in Educational Leadership and nearly 20 years of experience as a teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal, Karin is highly reg
36. The Effects Of Sugar On Children
Today we have David Gillespie on the show who is a lawyer and an author of 12 self-help books about healthy eating, in the context of his own experience regaining health. Two of his books (Sweet Poison, and The Sweet Poison Quit Plan) are widely known , helping thousands of Australians quit sugar. Today we'll be talking about the effects of sugar on children, along with David's own journey to
35. What Traits Make A Great Teacher
Today we are joined by Gia-Yen Luong. In 2019 Gia-Yen was awarded a prestigious Rhodes Scholarship to do a Master's in Education at Oxford University, not only enabling her to learn alongside the brightest minds but also exposing her to the most diverse educational experiences of teachers from all around the world. Gia-Yen has been teaching for more than 8 years now in a variety of settings a
34. 3 Signs Your Child Needs To Find A Hobby
Today we're talking about the important role hobbies play in our children's lives. Our guest today is Sean Kos, an engineer and family man who has seen his four children find and develop hobbies of their own. Sean talks about how hobbies have helped shape the man he is today, why every kid should have a hobby, and how as a parent you can either help or hinder your child as they discover their ow
33. Year 13, Navigating Your First Year Outside Of School
Doug is a graduate of Redfield College and has completed two university degrees. One a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, and the other, a Master in Environmental Economics. In this episode we'll be talking about Year 13, navigating your first year outside of high school. This is an episode for students to get a grasp of some of the potential challenges ahead, and it is also an episode for paren
32. The Importance Of Sleep For Academic Performance
This week, Dr. Chetan Pandit talks about quality of sleep and how it's affecting your student. Dr. Pandit is a Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physician and a senior associate lecturer in Paediatrics at the University of Sydney. In this episode, Dr. Pandit reveals the secrets to good sleep, what our kids can do day to day to achieve higher quality sleep, and how sleep quality affects the academ
31. Finding Positivity In A Worldwide Pandemic
In today's episode, Katrina Alvir helps us find positivity during lockdown and difficult times. Katrina has taught and mentored high school girls and their parents for over 20 years in Australia and abroad, and has recently completed a Graduate Diploma in Positive Psychology and Well-Being. Katrina is extremely passionate about lockdown well-being and in this episode, Katrina will provide prac
30. Protecting Your Child Online
In today's episode, we have Rachel Rasmussen on the show. Rachel is the current ICT curriculum coordinator at Tangara School for Girls, and her main role is to make sure that we're using cutting-edge technology that also provides them with safety precautions while they are online. In this episode, Rachel will provide practical tips for keeping us safe online. Key Quote: "Just as you would teac
29. What's Happening Inside Your Teenagers Brain?
In this episode we interview Dr. Robin Choong about how to understand the teenage brain. Dr. Choong is an intensive care physician and is also trained as a pediatrician. He works across multiple hospitals in Sydney, Australia. Dr. Choong explains the brain's development, and how it explains a teenager's tendency to be more impulsive. In listening to this episode you will also understand the rol
28. Father & Son: Why You Need To Talk About Pornography
In this episode we interview 4 fathers about how to have conversations with your son about the harmful effects of pornography. We learn just how easy it is for for younger children to access porn. This episode will leave you with ideas for how to talk with your son about this sometimes uncomfortable topic, how to know if they are browsing pornography, and how your relationship with your spouse
27. Reset & Respond: Why You Need To Put In The Work With Your School Mentor
Chris Cullen is a seasoned school teacher and mentor at Redfield College. Walking alongside students and families as a mentor at this all-boys College, in this episode Chris shares why the success of a student doesn't solely depend on the strength of the child, but more so, the strength of his parents and teachers who accompany him during those crucial schooling years. This episode is for parents
26. 4 Steps To Wellbeing With The Accidental Counsellor
In today's episode, we are joined by Rocky Biasi, Rocky runs The Accidental Counsellor and has a wealth of experience in wellbeing. He reveals what advice he has for parents right now to care for their own wellbeing, and that of their family's. If you want to be the best parent or teacher, your state is critical. So if you're tired and exhausted, how are you hoping to parent or teach your chil
25. Olympic Gold: Finding Motivation In Isolation
In today's episode, we celebrate the Olympic Games and talk with Paralympic Gold Medalist, Liesl Tesch, about how the Olympics has brought our country together during a trying time. Liesl is not only a former Olympian, but is also a former school high school teacher (even teaching our host Nathan!) who speaks enthusiastically about the motivation children and adults can find in Olympic champions
24. Covid Reading: Books To Read While You're Stuck At Home
In this episode we talk with James Burfitt. James is the headmaster of Hartford College, which is a new boys' school in Daceyville New South Wales. James explains in this episode that if kids grow up reading it just adds so much for them educationally. A culture of reading provides our children with amazing habits. To learn, to explore, to feel emotion. These are all experiences we feel when we
23. Lockdown Learning: A Principal's Guide For Parents
In this episode we talk with 3 school principals, Rita Sakr (Tangara School for Girls), Lourdes Mejia (Montgrove College), & Mary Broadsmith (Harkaway Hills College), about the challenges parents & teachers are currently facing during the current covid lockdown. We explore ways in how parents can juggle working from home, whilst also managing their children's education. It's important to remember
22. Preparing Your Children For Their Schooling Life
In this episode we talk with Maria Escueta. Maria and her husband Manolo were the President Couple of Educhild Foundation for 15 years until August 2019. Educhild is a not-for-profit foundation that seeks to help parents become more effective parent leaders of their families by conducting parenting courses. Maria provides practical tips about preparing your children for their schooling life, and a
21. Working Together: The Team Behind The Podcast
In this episode we go behind the scenes, and look at the development of The Parent-Teacher Project. We reveal the entire team and talk about what drives us to passionately work together. The most important part of a good conversation isn't what's being said, it's what is being remembered. Key Quote ~ "Making a difference in a teacher's way of teaching and making a difference for the parents has
20. Freedom: Raising Your Children To Make Meaningful Choices
In today's episode, Martin Fitzgerald shares his insights into what he believes freedom really is. Martin is currently the head of philosophy at Redfield college. If someone asked you, "What do you think freedom is?", how would you respond? Many would say that freedom is the ability to do whatever we want, whenever we want. And although there are no right or wrong answers on what freedom is, in t
19. Embracing Music With Our Children
In this episode, we have Frank Romeo on the show. Frank is the Head of Music at Redfield College, where he has been a teacher for over 18 years. Frank talks about all the positive aspects of learning a musical instrument. Frank also tackles the issue of not letting music get in the way of your child or student's studies. A key point in this episode is to remember that it's never too late to learn
18. Eliminating Distractions In A Digitalised World
In this episode Deputy Headmaster Of Wollemi College, David Vassallo, gives us practical tips on how to limit technology use, not only for our children, but also for ourselves. David has over 20 years of teaching experience, and has seen technology drastically change throughout the years. Deep workers are becoming harder to find in this digitalised world, but there are ways to change this. This ep
17. Helping Your Child Overcome Challenges
How do you equip your child to be prepared to face challenges before they face them? It is inevitable that your child will face challenges throughout their life. In this episode, we have parents Gavin and Rosie Boneham, along with Matthew and Gabriella Wall, give practical tips about how they helped, and are continuing to help their children face challenges particularly through their schooling lif
16. Ideas For Strengthening Your Marriage
In this episode, Nadim & Tamara El-Rahi share their insights into what they believe helps them develop a strong marriage. They share with us that it's important to embrace the little moments and to plan time for each other. Working with organisations such as the marriage project & FEA Nadim & Tamara help newly married couples & long-lasting marriages by building support networks and facilitatin
15. Adolescent Anxiety: How To Respond & Why
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Flora Suh shares some very practical tips for parents and teachers addressing adolescent anxiety. Whether you need support right now or are preparing for your child's tender stage of adolescence, this episode steps through the early signs of anxiety, responding with empathy, and why parents and teachers can make a difference. In this episode, Flora recommends the help
14. Humility: How To Stay Confident, But Humble
Did you know there are four levels of humility? And that each level brings your child closer to understanding their strengths, talents, weaknesses, and potential? This week we welcome back Alexandre Havard who breaks down how to bring your child, depending on their temperament, closer to achieving great things. Alex reinforces the important role you, as a parent, play in the greatness of your chi
13. When Your Child Lies To You: How To Have Honest Conversations
What do you do when you know your child has told you a lie? Or when you find out they've been dishonest? Four parents join the podcast to talk about how to react and remember the big picture when dealing with dishonesty. With a focus on maintaining a relationship built on trust, Janet & Barry Abboud, along with Vanessa & Greg Bookallil, share their experiences and lessons learned. You don't want
12. Temperaments: How To Understand Ourselves & Our Children
Alexandre Havard has written multiple books and speaks internationally about encouraging greatness. Founder of the Virtuous Leadership Institute, Alexandre recently made this presentation to more than 600 parents from the schools of The PARED Foundation about understanding your child's temperament. This episode highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the four temperaments, helping you to ident
11. Educate, Not Humiliate: Behavioural Management Tips for K-2
Challenging bad behaviour in a Kindergarten classroom is difficult. The role of a teacher to shape their students' idea of respect, work, cooperation and kindness is no easy task. In this episode, Sharon McAuliffe passionately speaks about how she connects with her students in K-2, reminding us of their age and capabilities at the infants' stage. With many years of teaching experience to her name,
10. No Excuses, How Our Girls Excelled In The HSC
Danielle Lazaris watched her Year 12 students face two school closures due to the threat of COVID-19 last year. Despite the uncertainty, the HSC students at Tangara School for Girls came out ranking 25th in the state, and it's left us wondering, how did they do it? And how can we equip our students to excel in ordinary as well as challenging circumstances? Danielle shares how she and other Tangara
9. Why Manners Matter
Are your kids learning about good manners at school and at home? In this episode, Matt Aldous - a parent, teacher, and Headmaster - talks about why you need to demonstrate good manners in front of your child. Manners make a positive impact on the way we interact with people, and its domino effect is not to be underestimated. This episode provides practical examples and tips to help your child make
8. How To Limit Fortnite And Excessive Gaming For Our Children
How much is too much Fortnite? Gaming amongst school students seems to be ever-increasing and it's left parents wondering, what is the right balance? How long should my child be playing video games at home for? In this episode, Andy Lang, a gamer and recent graduate of Science in Games Development weighs in on the nature of video games and how they can become an addictive hobby if not monitored by
7. Your Questions Answered: What Is PARED?
Iman Abagi is on the Board of Directors for PARED. A mother who has enrolled her children through the PARED schools, a teacher who has taught countless students at Tangara School for Girls and a mentor who has supported students and their parents through academic and personal development, Iman understands the ethos behind Parents for Education. This episode is a conversation about teamwork betwee
6. Why Friendship Matters For Boys
No matter their age, friendships are an important and formative influence on your growing son. How can you help them make good friendships? Friendships that are built on values, experiences and empathy rather than text messages and TikTok? Alvaro de Vicente has had more than 20 years experience teaching and mentoring at The Heights School in Maryland, USA. The boys school strives to assist parent
5. Consistency Builds Character
Does a parent-teacher partnership sound like extra work to you? James Ramos, a teacher at Redfield College for more than 20 years and current Head of Primary, explains why consistent communication with your child's school is the best way to establish good habits and foster academic success at home and at school You don't want to miss: How to help your child reach their goals faster Strengt
4. The Value Of Setbacks: Avoiding The Victim Mentality
Injuries in sport can be challenging for your kids, especially when it slows down progress or gets in the way of reaching personal goals. But what if your child could find the value in setbacks, and use it to make them better athletes and students. Experiencing setbacks earlier in life can actually help your child deal with future challenges better. Marvin Fidel, former Redfield student in the gra
3. How to Stay Connected with Your Teenage Son
Is technology replacing quality time with your son? Growing up today is different to how most of us remember. Technology and its demands on our children are creating new ways to connect, but more ways to feel disconnected. Trent Thomas, Mathematics teacher and Director of Formation at Redfield College, discusses how to build trust, make room for quality time and handle technology with your son in
2. The Brilliance Of Girls Participating In Sport
Is your daughter considering signing up to a sport this term? OR Not convinced that your daughter needs to add sport into her co-curricular activities this year? In this episode school teacher Fleur Tropea makes the case for ensuring your daughter participates in sport especially from an early age. As a Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) teacher and Welfare Coordinator, Fl
1. The Importance of Having A Successful Parent-Teacher Partnership
Are you wondering where you fit in when it comes to your child's education? Dr. Andrew Mullins shares stories and resources in this conversation about why you need to play a key role in your child's education. As a former Headmaster, Dr. Mullins' extensive years of teaching and mentoring supports this notion that instilling the same values at home and at school influences a child's character. You
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