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More Rhythm, Less Blues: UniSC Study Boosts Early Learning Behaviour
Kids with Professor Williams at UniSC early learning study

More Rhythm, Less Blues: UniSC Study Boosts Early Learning Behaviour

A UniSC early learning study has found and measured significant, specific benefits of rhythm and movement in preschool settings.

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Education Fair 2026 Brisbane: Activity Program
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Education Fair 2026 Brisbane: Activity Program

The Education Fair offers families a heap of free kids’ activities, workshops and education-based fun! Here is the program for the day.

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New education resource brings Australian storytelling into classrooms
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New education resource brings Australian storytelling into classrooms

The Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF) has launched a major new online education resource based on the animated television series Tales from Outer Suburbia,

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CSIRO partners with aviation sector to help STEM learning take flight
Remote pilot with students at the Aviation in Schools program with CSIRO

CSIRO partners with aviation sector to help STEM learning take flight

A new program is taking aviation expertise into classrooms across Australia to inspire an interest in STEM and help prepare students for jobs of the future. Applications are now open…

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Award-winning childcare centre celebrates staff milestones
Queensland Childcare Services team

Award-winning childcare centre celebrates staff milestones

Queensland Childcare Services (QCCS) honour industry leading staff milestones, including a 34-year commitment to delivering top-tier early childhood education services.

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Choosing a school: Why ‘best’ is about fit, not just rankings
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Choosing a school: Why ‘best’ is about fit, not just rankings

Looking for the best schools Brisbane families are choosing for 2026? Discover what parents value most today and how a school expo helps you choose a school that’s right for you.

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Sunshine Coast teacher at Flinders named on the “Hot List 2025” for 50 Best Educators in Australia 
Emmie Cossell from Matthew Flinders Anglican College

Sunshine Coast teacher at Flinders named on the “Hot List 2025” for 50 Best Educators in Australia 

Emmie Cossell, Year 9 project leader and secondary science teacher at Matthew Flinders Anglican College recognised in the top 50 educators in Australia in the 2025 Education Hot List.

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Perfection or pressure? Recognising anxiety in high-achieving kids
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Perfection or pressure? Recognising anxiety in high-achieving kids

Balancing academics, athletics and friendships can push even the most capable kids to their limits, and high-achieving kids can be particularly susceptible.

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Carinity Education Gladstone student named among Australia’s top vocational learners
Carinity Education Gladstone student Maddison Walker has been recognised for her excellence and dedication in completing vocational studies. Photo by Danielle Hawkins.

Carinity Education Gladstone student named among Australia’s top vocational learners

A Carinity Education Gladstone student has been recognised as one of Australia’s top vocational learners.

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Ready or Not? Local teacher publishes guide to school readiness and preparing for school
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Ready or Not? Local teacher publishes guide to school readiness and preparing for school

Local teacher Kellie Moody releases Ready or Not?, a school readiness guide helping parents and kids preparing for school.

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Why parents are choosing IRL events to make big life decisions
Education Expo in Brisbane Queensland

Why parents are choosing IRL events to make big life decisions

There’s a growing shift away from digital noise and back to face-to-face conversations. And that’s exactly where an education expo shines.

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How an Education Expo helps you find the best school for your child
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How an Education Expo helps you find the best school for your child

Discover how attending an education expo helps parents find the best schools for their children. Compare options, meet educators, and make confident enrolment decisions — all in one place.

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Starting school in 2026? Here’s everything you need to know
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Starting school in 2026? Here’s everything you need to know

Is your child starting school in 2026? Discover enrolment deadlines, school readiness tips, and how to choose the right school for your child.

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Want to make better choices? Start exploring like a child
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Want to make better choices? Start exploring like a child

UNSW Sydney researchers are uncovering why adults often stick with choices that may not serve them well – and how looking to children’s natural curiosity could help us make better choices.

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Kokoda Youth Foundation to lead new Regional Reset Program for at-risk youth
Kokoda Youth Foundation team gathered at Regional Reset Program announcement

Kokoda Youth Foundation to lead new Regional Reset Program for at-risk youth

The Kokoda Youth Foundation is set to deliver a powerful new early intervention program for at-risk young people via the Regional Reset Program.

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Green light for new Logan school to meet growth surge
Queensland Government has land for new Logan school

Green light for new Logan school to meet growth surge

The Queensland State Government has announced that it has purchased land for a new secondary school at Greenbank in Logan.

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Education Fair 2025 Sunshine Coast: Activity Program
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Education Fair 2025 Sunshine Coast: Activity Program

The Education Fair offers families a heap of free kids’ activities, workshops and education-based fun! Here is the program for the day.

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Queensland Leads Global Education Charge at World Expo Osaka
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Queensland Leads Global Education Charge at World Expo Osaka

Queensland education is stepping confidently onto the world stage, with the state’s largest-ever education and innovation delegation heading to Japan for World Expo 2025 in Osaka.

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Education Fair 2025 Brisbane: Activity Schedule
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Education Fair 2025 Brisbane: Activity Schedule

The Education Fair offers families a heap of free kids’ activities, workshops and education-based fun! Here is the program for the day.

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Discover, play, learn – all in one big day!
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Discover, play, learn – all in one big day!

Get ready, Brisbane! The Education Fair is shaping up to be an unforgettable day of fun, hands-on learning, and epic activities for all ages.

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Historic deal for fully funded State Schools in Queensland
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Historic deal for fully funded State Schools in Queensland

State schools in Queensland are set to receive the largest funding boost in the state’s history following a landmark agreement between the Crisafulli and Albanese governments.

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Creativity boosts NAPLAN literacy and numeracy scores
creativity in kids boosts NAPLAN and literacy scores

Creativity boosts NAPLAN literacy and numeracy scores

A groundbreaking study from University of South Australia has found that creativity boosts NAPLAN literacy and numeracy scores.

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How to build a positive relationship with your child’s teacher
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How to build a positive relationship with your child’s teacher

Building a healthy relationship with your child’s teacher is one of the most important steps you can take to support their educational journey. Here’s some tips on how.

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Have you got your tickets yet? Education Fair 2025 is free!
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Have you got your tickets yet? Education Fair 2025 is free!

Good news, Brisbane! The highly anticipated Education Fair Brisbane is this May, and the best part? Entry is completely free.

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Full list of private schools in Brisbane
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Full list of private schools in Brisbane

Looking for private schools in Brisbane? Here is a full list along with tips on how to choose the right school for you.

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Out with exams, in with conversations
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Out with exams, in with conversations

Are traditional exams an outdated method of student assessment? One-on-one conversations are gaining traction in assessing student learning.

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Encouraging results for Australian students in latest TIMSS report
TIMSS results for Australia 2023

Encouraging results for Australian students in latest TIMSS report

The latest TIMSS results are out, and Australian students in Years 4 and 8 have climbed the international ranks.

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The Proven Power Of A Positive School Culture
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The Proven Power Of A Positive School Culture

We all want our kids to get good grades. But there’s something even more important than exam results and report cards: a positive school culture.

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Ignite their future: The power of childhood creativity
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Ignite their future: The power of childhood creativity

Just like playing sports can build physical strength and teamwork, childhood creativity can strengthen a child’s mind and soul.

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Discover the best Brisbane schools at The Education Fair 2025!
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Discover the best Brisbane schools at The Education Fair 2025!

Are you looking for the best Brisbane schools? Well, now there is a one-of-a-kind Education EXPO for that at the Education Fair Brisbane 2025!

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2024 Education Fair Wrap-up
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2024 Education Fair Wrap-up

2024 Education Fair Sunshine Coast was an amazing day! Here is our wrap up of the whole event.

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Rubik’s Cube Challenge
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Rubik’s Cube Challenge

Come along to the Education Fair and join in the Rubik’s Cube challenge and activities!

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Come & Try Dance Fitness
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Come & Try Dance Fitness

Dance Fitness 4 Kids will be at the Education Fair 2024, offering a fun come-and-try session of their super-fun fitness class.

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Pottery Workshops
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Pottery Workshops

Art Workshops Montville will be at the Education Fair 2024, offering free pottery and clay activities for kids and their grown-ups.

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Drone Education
Queensland Computers drone education at the Education Fair 2024

Drone Education

Join Queensland Computers for an immersive experience in drone education. Only at The Education Fair 2024!

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Free Come & Try Soccer with Little Kickers
Little Kickers preschool football

Free Come & Try Soccer with Little Kickers

Curious whether your little one might like football / aka soccer? Little Kickers will be on-site at the Education Fair 2024 ALL DAY for you to come and have a try at football!

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Education Fair: Wheelchair Basketball
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Education Fair: Wheelchair Basketball

Join Suncoast Spinners at 1.15 pm in the demonstration area for a fun wheelchair basketball session!

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Free STEAM activities for kids
Kids building robot as part of STEAM activities for kids

Free STEAM activities for kids

Join St Andrew’s Anglican College to experience a variety of interactive STEAM activities at the Education Fair Sunshine Coast 2024.

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Kip McGrath tutoring assessments
Kip McGrath tutoring session Sunshine Coast

Kip McGrath tutoring assessments

Kip McGrath will be at the 2024 Sunshine Coast Education Fair, offering free tutoring assessments and trials for kids.

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Activity Announcement: Sensory Room
Sensory room at the Education Fair 2024

Activity Announcement: Sensory Room

Your Capability Store will host their incredible Sensory Room at the Education Fair Sunshine Coast 2024.

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Activity announcement: Hungerball Arena
Ginger Sports Hungerball Arena

Activity announcement: Hungerball Arena

We are super excited to announce that Ginger Sports will be at the Education Fair 2024 with its epic Hungerball Arena.

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Announcing: Wildlife HQ Reptile Show
Wildlife HQ reptile show

Announcing: Wildlife HQ Reptile Show

We couldn’t be more excited to announce that Wildlife HQ will be coming to the Education Fair Sunshine Coast 2024.

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Announcing: Epic Mobile Planetarium!
Rise & Shine mobile planetarium at The Education Fair

Announcing: Epic Mobile Planetarium!

We are super excited to bring the Rise & Shine Mobile Planetarium back to the Sunshine Coast for the 2024 Education Fair.

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Exhibitor List
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Exhibitor List

The Sunshine Coast Education Fair 2024 is your one-stop shop to explore a world of learning opportunities!

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Cultivating curiosity: A growth mindset for lifelong learners
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Cultivating curiosity: A growth mindset for lifelong learners

As parents, nurturing a natural curiosity and fostering a growth mindset is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children.

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Changing schools: when is it time?
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Changing schools: when is it time?

While changing schools can be disruptive, sometimes a new educational environment is just what a child needs to blossom. 

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10 Best Schools Sunshine Coast
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10 Best Schools Sunshine Coast

Looking for the best primary and high schools on the Sunshine Coast for your child? Here are 10 of the best schools Sunshine Coast.

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Why your school should be at the Education Fair
Reasons that your school should be at The Education Fair

Why your school should be at the Education Fair

Here’s why your school or activity should be at The Education Fair Sunshine Coast – southeast Queensland’s leading school expo.

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Full list of private schools on the Sunshine Coast
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Full list of private schools on the Sunshine Coast

Feeling overwhelmed by the task of choosing a school? Don’t fret! We have put together a full list of private schools on the Sunshine Coast.

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Key Questions to Ask a School at a School Expo
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Key Questions to Ask a School at a School Expo

Attending a school expo, such as The Education Fair, is a fantastic opportunity for parents to explore a wide range of educational options for their children.

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Meet the sponsors of the Education Fair 2024
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Meet the sponsors of the Education Fair 2024

We are thrilled to welcome four incredible sponsors to the 2024 Sunshine Coast Education Fair. Without their generosity this event would not be possible.

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2023 Education Fair Wrap-up
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2023 Education Fair Wrap-up

Exhibitor list, floorplan and activities schedules for the 2023 Education Fair.

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2023 Education Fair – what an epic day!
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2023 Education Fair – what an epic day!

UniSC Stadium transformed into a hive of learning and adventure on Saturday, 22nd July, as families from across Southeast Queensland descended on the stadium for our first Education Fair.

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