Children and teens are particularly susceptible to the negative effects of stress. Here’s why, plus tips on how to help children develop resilience and learn to cope with stress.
When I speak to parents, one of the most common questions I hear is: “How can I prepare my child for the future when the jobs they’ll have don’t even exist yet?” It’s a fair question—and an exciting one.
Torrens Valley Christian School (TVCS) is buzzing with excitement after the official completion of its brand-new nature play space, a one-of-a-kind outdoor area that encourages creativity, curiosity, and connection with the natural world.
If you’re a parent with a colicky baby, know that you’re not alone. In this article, we’ll explore what colic is, its symptoms, potential causes, and most importantly advice and tips to soothe your little one.
As winter illnesses in kids spike across the nation, new data from telehealth provider Updoc reveals digital health is fast becoming a first port-of-call for busy parents. Across June and July, 1 in 20 consultations on the entire platform were from parents on behalf of their children.
Choosing the right school for your child can feel overwhelming. You may be thinking about: Will my child feel safe and supported? Will they be challenged in the right ways? What sets one school apart from another? This August, the School of the Nativity welcomes you to join a Principal’s Tour as part of Catholic Schools Open Week where you can see how students interact, how teachers guide learning, and how the school day flows.
Starting school is a significant step for children and families. To better understand the experience from a child’s point of view, we spoke with two current Reception students at School of the Nativity.
The year 1982 was one of big thinking and big ideas. Steven Spielberg’s E.T was a worldwide hit in movie theatres, Advance Australia Fair replaced God Save The Queen as our national anthem, blue eyeshadow and shoulder pads were in and the controversial breakfast spread Vegemite, turned 60. So why the nostalgic recap? Well, there was another big thinking idea taking shape in Aberfoyle Park during this time, with the opening of a new schooling set up.
It happens in a moment. A student halfway up a rock face pauses, frozen by fear and doubt. Below, an instructor calmly encourages: “Take a breath, look around, and take the next step.” The student exhales, refocuses, and reaches the top—exhausted, but transformed. These quiet turning points—part challenge, part breakthrough—are common in outdoor education. And for students in the middle years of schooling, they’re more than just powerful memories. They’re moments of growth.
At the School of the Nativity, the strength of our community lies in crafting learning opportunities throughout the year that truly connect our families. From playgroup to whole-school celebrations that honour shared experience, it’s about dedicating time to think outside the box and find what brings people together.
Tucked away in a thriving corner of our campus, something remarkable is growing—fresh produce, curious minds, and a deep respect for the Earth.
Students who are empowered to lead, grow, and explore are not only more engaged in learning but develop into confident, independent learners who are ready to make meaningful contributions to the world.
There’s a kind of learning that can’t be replicated inside four walls. You see it when a child pauses to pocket a rock, float leaves in a puddle, or follow the path of a butterfly. These moments aren’t diversions from learning. They’re learning at its most authentic. For children in their foundational years—from infancy to primary—outdoor learning and play isn’t just valuable; it’s essential.
As a parent of boys, it’s easy to have a feed full of articles about the dangers of excessive gaming, the impact of social media and the prevalence of toxic masculinity. Before you know it, you’re doom scrolling and wondering how close your own child is to a major misdemeanour.
Today, science and the neurodiversity movement are showing us how to view Autism, ADHD, and so much more, as natural variations in the human rhythm.