Extending the school day- the Department of Education wants to hear from parents and carers

3 years ago

Do you think that the current school day matches the needs of parents and carers juggling work commitments in the 21st century?  The NSW Department of Education wants to hear from parents and carers on how access to schools, outside of standard school hours, can better support families and students. They are asking NSW public school parents and carers to participate in a survey which will be open until 5 October 2022 Take Department of Education survey

Nine schools across NSW are trialling the benefits of extending the school day as part of a research pilot, with initial reports indicating positive experiences for schools, students and their families.  Read more

P&C Federation co-hosted with the Department a webinar discussing this survey and the work being done in the flexible school hours pilot.  View webinar recording



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