The Parent-Teacher Project

Exploring all the aspects of a successful parent-teacher partnership and how to bring out the best in you, your students, and your children. Our goal is to answer your questions and to inspire you about the future of education.

63. Parent Partnership Part 2: Building a Culture of Trust 10/21/2024

63. 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 and character for their students. Key Topics: Creating a Collaborative Culture with Parents Benefits of inviting parents into the classroom Strategies for open communication and trust-building Effective Communication Techniques Building rapport with parents during meetings Handling difficult conversations and emails with professionalism The Role of Virtue Education Integrating virtues into the classroom environment Encouraging students to make positive choices and take responsibility Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about the Pared Foundation:   Discover our schools by visiting:   Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes  /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/33541232

64. Parent Partnership Part 1: Why Schools Should Let Parents In 10/21/2024

64. 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-family bonds and even staff well-being. Key Topics: The Research-Backed Impact of Parent Engagement: Mary discusses how studies show that students with actively involved parents tend to perform better academically and overall, highlighting the long-term benefits of parent participation in their children’s education. Strengthening the Parent-Teacher Partnership: She explores practical ways to foster open, effective communication between parents and teachers, creating a collaborative environment that supports student success and teacher wellbeing. Boosting School Morale and Community Spirit: Mary explains how strong parent engagement not only benefits students but also improves staff morale and creates a more cohesive, supportive school community. You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about the Pared Foundation:   Discover our schools by visiting:   Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes  /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/33540957

62. How To Improve Your Childs Reading And Writing Skills 12/07/2022

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. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361956

61. Is Your Child Ready For School? 11/09/2022

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! /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361911

60. Keys To A Successful Family 10/05/2022

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 every interaction with your kids is a teaching opportunity. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361854

59. Learning Languages With Your Child 09/07/2022

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: - - /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361806

58. How To Listen To Your Child 08/03/2022

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 gets in the way when it comes to listening. ⁠ In this episode, Oscar explains why listening is a skill that our children must learn. ⁠He also draws upon his extensive research and experience to help parents understand the importance of being role models for listening to their children. Finally, he also goes on to explain practical ways for parents to implement the science of listening. Recommended resources Listening quiz - Oscar’s website - Oscar’s podcast: Deep Listening - Impact beyond words - Oscar Trimboli - /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361719

57. Raising Strong Daughters 07/06/2022

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 presentation featuring five dads: Greg Bookallil, Gavin Boneham, Nadim El-Rahi, Jacob Kwak and Paul Stoodley, who addressed a group of parents at Tangara School for Girls in Sydney in May 2022. You Don't Want to Miss: How fathers can build a strong connection with their daughters How to team up with your spouse when raising children Guests share their top parenting advice Recommended Resources: /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23361569

56. 5 Benefits Of K-12 Schools 06/01/2022

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 whole family." You don’t want to miss Benefits of attending K-12 schools The problems with school switching How K-12 schools reduce bullying Resources: Related Episodes You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23233154

55. How To Raise Lifelong Learners 05/25/2022

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." You don’t want to miss Identifying your child's learning style Why we need to learn beyond the test Resources: Related Episodes You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23159213

54. Year 12 Roadmap: Preparing For The 2023 HSC 05/18/2022

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 their own learning" You don’t want to miss How early should your child prepare? What habits are required for HSC success? Reducing final exam pressure Resources: Related Episodes You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23134319

53. Helping Diverse Learners 05/11/2022

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 also learn about the difficulties learners will face if they are not given the tools to succeed. Key Quote: "These students can reach their potential as long as they are given the tools." You don’t want to miss Types of diverse learners How to meet the needs of a learner Watching students flourish Resources: Related Episodes You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/23057708

52. The Dangers Of Comparison 05/04/2022

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’t want to miss Why self-worth is a superpower Who should we compare ourselves to? How can parents help limit comparisons? Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22987010

51. 3 Essential Habits To Teach Your 5 Year Old 04/27/2022

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 never do something for your child that they can do themselves." You don’t want to miss What is a virtue? Benefits of learning virtue at an early age The importance of praising virtuous actions Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22910654

50. Tips For Maximising The School Holidays 04/06/2022

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 with their children. Listen on for practical tips on why it’s important to plan the break, limit screen time, and engage in collaborative family time. Key Quote: "School holidays are an opportunity to grow the family bond." You don’t want to miss Fun activities for families Importance of planning The sign of a refreshing holiday Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22666766

49. Are You A Soft Serve Parent? 03/30/2022

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 spouse (see Resources below)! Throughout this episode you will understand the dangers of soft parenting, and why you may need to adjust your parenting style starting now! Key Quote: "Sometimes we have to be firm and it may not feel nice." You don’t want to miss What does it mean to be affectionately assertive? The 50 point soft-serve test Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22601606

48. Signs That Your Child Has ADHD 03/23/2022

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 effects of ADHD on a students’ learning and education to prevent long-term issues. Key Quote: "If you suspect your child may have ADHD, just be prepared for a long diagnosis period." You don’t want to miss Background of ADHD Girls and Boys, is there a difference in how ADHD presents? Importance of a diagnosis Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22398464

47. Community Service: Ways To Raise A Thoughtful Child 03/16/2022

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 where he works, Jack brings plenty of examples of how students can learn to be more generous through acts of service. Key Quote: "It’s all about trying to help the child see the needs of others." You don’t want to miss How community service helps form character Community comes from the home How to make a change? Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episode. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22385936

46. Managing Meltdowns 03/09/2022

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 comes to dealing with your toddler or teenager’s outbursts, have a listen! Key Quote: "When you keep the environment stable for your child, you aren’t going to go too far wrong." You don’t want to miss Signs of an outburst, what are the triggers? Handling the first public outburst Keeping things predictable for your children Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22373372

45. Overcoming Math Anxiety 03/02/2022

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 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 way to students by understanding the obstacles they face when comprehending concepts Aditya wholeheartedly believes that anyone can be a Mathematics Wiz and today, he provides listeners with plenty of ideas on how to overcome maths anxiety. Key Quote: "The less anxiety a student has, the more prepared they will be to try again." You don’t want to miss Building a connection with mathematics Why is maths so frustrating? Encouraging children to be less anxious Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/22289120

44. A Parents' Guide for Raising Hardworking Children 02/23/2022

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 past, is the standard you accept." You don’t want to miss How hardworking culture starts at home Lessons learned from entry-level jobs Setting standards Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21975647

43. What Is Deep Learning in the Classroom? 02/16/2022

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 creative thinking. Deep Learning is all about diving into one of these competencies and helping your students enjoy the process whilst mastering it! Key Quote: "The nice thing about Deep Learning is that whatever skill they learn, it does give them a bit of a roadmap.” You don’t want to miss What is Deep Learning? How can we incorporate Deep Learning in the classroom? How it helps with classroom management How Deep Learning fosters a sense of leadership The impact outside of the classroom Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21975572

42. Shaping Your Child's Creativity Through Art 02/09/2022

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 through art Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21974465

41. Teachers Harnessing The Power Of Collaboration 02/02/2022

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 and run through why it is so important to reflect and share teaching experiences with our colleagues. Key Quote: "When teachers collaborate with each other the school becomes a more collaborative environment" You don’t want to miss What are professional learning communities? Making the most out of collaborative teacher meetings What is the ideal learning group size? How to use feedback effectively The role of the meeting facilitator Frequency of meetings What are thinking routines? Resources: You can: Follow us on Instagram Find out more about us and what we do, Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21974339

40. The Secret To Building Rapport With Your Students 11/24/2021

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 your classroom. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21266933

39. Tips For Parenting In A Digital Age 11/17/2021

39. Tips For Parenting In A Digital Age Dr. Andrew Mullins is the author of ‘Parenting For Character’, and the upcoming book ‘Parenting For Faith’. Today's topic dives 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 technologies are used in and influence their parenting. We'll talk about how we can teach children to make good choices online, as well as how to recognise if technology is keeping us connected or disconnected from o /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21177740

38. What Is Design Thinking? A Modern Approach To Effective Learning 11/10/2021

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 approach of learning is so effective. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21112304

37. Finding Mindful Moments With Your Child 11/03/2021

37. Finding Mindful Moments With Your Child Dr. Jakubowski is an 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 regarded as an educational game-changer. Today she speaks with us about how your children can start using mindfulness practices. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/21003782

36. The Effects Of Sugar On Children 10/27/2021

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 learning about sugar’s impact on our health. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/20940734

35. What Traits Make A Great Teacher 10/20/2021

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 and will be talking to us about what traits make a great teacher. /episode/index/show/theparent-teacherproject/id/20876372

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