Parent Resource Hub

Parent support

Our Parent Resource Hub offers practical tips and insights for families, featuring helpful articles from across our school website.

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Inner West Libraries Beanstack

^{13 Nov 2025 | Parent Resources}

Beanstack is a fun, free reading platform from Inner West Libraries that helps families track reading, earn rewards, and discover great books.

Selective high schools and opportunity classes

^{06 Nov 2025 | Parent Resources}

Applications for selective high school and opportunity class placement will open on Thursday 6 November 2025.

Teaching children self-regulation

^{31 Oct 2025 | Parent Resources}

Discover how teaching children to self-regulate can help them build lifelong skills for emotional and behavioural wellbeing.

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Why family mealtimes matter

^{23 Oct 2025 | Parent Resources}

A little time around the table at mealtime can build healthy habits that make a big difference for everyone.

Internet safety

^{25 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

This year our Halloween Disco for students in Years 3 to 6 will be held on Friday, 24 October 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Get ready for a spooky night of fun.

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How to build literacy

^{18 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

Small, everyday moments like reading before bed or making a shopping list help build strong literacy skills.

Mental Health Month

^{18 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

Next month is Mental Health Month, an opportunity to celebrate the small steps that build lifelong wellbeing.

MindQuest Program

^{11 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

The MindQuest Program is returning for a 29th year, catering for high potential and gifted primary students in years 1-6. Applications close soon.

Free eSafety webinars for parents and carers

^{04 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

The eSafety Commissioner is offering a series of free webinars for parents and carers, designed to help families navigate the digital world and support children to stay safe online.

^{04 Sep 2025 | Parent Resources}

From 10 December 2025, a new Australian regulation aims to make social media safer for children under 16 by delaying access to high-risk platforms.

Choose water - the best drink for growing kids

^{21 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

Water keeps children healthy, focused and ready to learn. Simple changes at home and school make it easy for kids to pick water every day.

Raising Healthy Minds

^{21 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

Raising Healthy Minds is a free app to help you raise confident and resilient children aged 0-12 years.

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How to raise a reader

^{14 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

Small daily reading habits at home, shared, joyful, and age-appropriate, help every child grow into a confident, curious reader.

Mindfulness Meditation for Children

^{14 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

Practising mindfulness at home can help children build focus, resilience, and a positive mindset.

Improving online safety with Cybermarvel

^{08 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

Keeping your children safe online can be challenging. That's where the Education Department's Cybermarvel program steps in - an online safety awareness initiative designed to empower families and help kids be safe online.

Learning Support Guides

^{08 Aug 2025 | Parent Resources}

The NSW Education Standards Authority have published parent and carer guides to help support your child at home in the learning areas of Maths and English.

Dental Health Week

^{01 Aug 2025 | Health}

Next week is Dental Health Week, a reminder that healthy smiles start early.

Building wellbeing

^{24 Jul 2025 | Parent Resources}

Putting happiness and kindness first shapes how we live, work and connect with others and how we think about the future. Discover how small changes can have a big impact.

Small steps every day

^{04 Jul 2025 | Parent Resources}

There are small steps that you and your family can take to support your family's mental health.

The Wellbeing Wheel

^{26 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

At the heart of every child’s growth and development is wellbeing, a holistic state that enables them to thrive, learn, and live with confidence.

Self-regulation in children

^{19 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

Discover some practical ways you can help your child learn and practise self-regulation and how to help them develop this important life skill.

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Grounding exercises: Helping children manage emotions

^{12 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

A grounding exercise is a simple yet powerful tool that can help children and teenagers calm down and manage feelings like anxiety or fear.

Teaching empathy with Affective Statements

^{06 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

At Stanmore Public School, we're supporting students to develop emotional intelligence and empathy through the use of affective statements.

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Get active in winter

^{05 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

Put on your gloves and gumboots, and head outside. Outdoor play in all-weather allows children to be adventurous and explore nature.

The power of mindfulness

^{05 Jun 2025 | Parent Resources}

Mindfulness is the simple practice of bringing your attention to the present moment. It has been shown to help promote happiness and relieve stress in children.

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The brain and behaviour

^{23 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

Did you know that a better understanding of your child’s brain can help you respond more calmly and effectively to challenging behaviours?

SWAP IT

^{22 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

SWAP IT is a free evidence-based healthy lunchbox program. The program supports parents and carers to SWAP what is packed in their child’s lunchbox from sometimes foods to everyday foods.

National Families Week: Lending a hand to thrive

^{15 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

This week is National Families Week, a time to reflect on the vital role families play in shaping strong, resilient children and the positive impact they have on communities.

The uneaten lunchbox

^{15 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

Do you often find your child’s lunchbox returning home almost untouched? You're not alone. This common phenomenon - sometimes called the boomerang lunchbox - can be frustrating for parents.

Five Ways to Wellbeing

^{15 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

It’s never too late to prioritise your family’s wellbeing. The Five Ways to Wellbeing can help you create a simple, meaningful plan to support your family’s mental and emotional health.

Children's active travel

^{08 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

As part of their ‘healthy lifestyle programs for primary schools’, NSW Health encourage children to participate in active travel.

Helping kids stay safe online

^{08 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

The eSafety Commissioner is Australia's official online safety regulator. Their job is to help protect everyone - especially children - from harmful experiences on the internet.

Promote a lifetime of healthy eating habits

^{01 May 2025 | Parent Resources}

Crunch & Sip is a great way to build lifelong healthy habits - especially when the fruit and vegetables are fresh, tasty, and appealing.

Help combat head lice

^{10 Apr 2025 | Parent Resources}

An easy-to-use guide for parents to fight back against head lice.

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Medicare Mental Health

^{10 Apr 2025 | Parent Resources}

Medicare Mental Health is an initiative by the Australian Department of Health that brings together trusted digital mental health resources, all in one place.

Smiling Mind

^{03 Apr 2025 | Parent Resources}

Designed for minds of all ages and stages, the new Smiling Mind App helps you learn the skills that promote mental wellbeing and create the habits to thrive.

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Friendships and conflict

^{02 Apr 2025 | Parent Resources}

During primary school children go through many stages of making friends and along the way will experience conflict at some stage.

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Every Day Matters

^{01 Apr 2025 | Parent Resources}

We know that every school day matters for our learners. Days missed here and there add up.

Nurturing emotional intelligence in the Digital Age

^{26 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

We examining the influence of children’s digital lives, the impact of screen time, and offer practical guidance on online supervision and boundary setting.

Raising Children Network

^{26 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

The Raising Children Network is an online knowledge base with free, reliable, up-to-date and independent advice to help families grow and thrive together.

Triple P - Positive Parenting Program

^{21 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program helps parents of children (0–11) build knowledge, skills, and confidence to prevent and address social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.

Get active

^{21 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

Being active is essential for children's growth and lifelong healthy habits.

The science of sleep

^{08 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

Children between the ages of 5 and 11 have specific sleep needs that directly impact their development and wellbeing. Find out how to promote healthy sleep habits.

Encouraging a growth mindset

^{06 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

What is a growth mindset? What are its benefits? And how can it help kids achieve their goals?

Nailing the nude food lunchbox

^{06 Mar 2025 | Parent Resources}

At Stanmore Public School we encourage families to pack a "nude food" lunchbox. Discover some tips and tricks to reduce unnecessary waste.

Live Outside the Box

^{27 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

Live Outside the Box is a NSW Health initiative designed to help kids build healthy, active lifestyles.

Maths Trains Brains for the future

^{27 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

Parents and carers can explore the importance of mathematical skills with the Everyday Maths experience, featuring activities, resources and explainers targeted to year groups.

Active and Creative Kids vouchers

^{17 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

All eligible NSW families can apply for the latest round of $50 Active and Creative Kids vouchers.

Go4Fun program

^{13 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

The School Opal card

^{13 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

The School Opal card gives eligible students free or discounted travel between home and school using public transport.

Enter the Young Archie competition

^{07 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

The Art Gallery of New South Wales invites budding artists between the ages of 5 and 18 to submit a portrait for the Young Archie competition.

Safer Internet Day

^{07 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

Safer Internet Day – Tuesday 11 February 2025 – is a global day of action dedicated to raising awareness of online safety to make the online environment safer for everyone.

Healthy lunch box

^{06 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

Save time and money whilst helping your kids to eat healthily by following some clever tips and tricks to build a healthier lunch box.

Entertainment membership

^{06 Feb 2025 | Parent Resources}

Stanmore Public School partners with the Entertainment App (formerly the Entertainment Book) to raise funds for our school. All funds raised help support our Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program.

Stay safe and healthy this summer

^{12 Dec 2024 | Parent Resources}

These simple tips from NSW Health can make staying healthy this summer a breeze for students and families.

Discussing difficult topics with children

^{05 Dec 2024 | Parent Resources}

Engaging in open discussions about challenging subjects is important for children's emotional wellbeing.

Encourage critical thinking through play

^{28 Nov 2024 | Parent Resources}

Discover how games can boost your child's critical thinking skills and enhance their cognitive development through fun activities.

Active vs passive screen time

^{22 Nov 2024 | Parent Resources}

Do your children spend night and day with iPads in hand? Are you tired of trying to convince them to abandon useless screen time? The time they spend in front of screens doesn’t have to be all bad.

The importance of perseverance

^{13 Nov 2024 | Parent Resources}

Teaching children about perseverance can be beneficial for their academic success and overall wellbeing.

Raising resilient children

^{07 Nov 2024 | Parent Resources}

While we wish we could protect our children from every hardship, shielding them completely from adversity is impossible. Still, as parents, it’s only natural to want to keep them safe from life’s challenges.

Taming 'hangry' in active kids

^{26 Sep 2024 | Parent Resources}

Even kids experience the dreaded ‘hangry’ feeling, and when it strikes, it can be challenging to provide the right food fast enough.

Home reader returns

^{19 Sep 2024 | General}

Please return all home readers and borrowed books to the classroom or library before the end of term next week.

Neurodiversity and autism

^{22 Aug 2024 | Parent Resources}

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are conditions that come under the umbrella term ‘neurodiversity’. Discover how to help students with ASD.

Random acts of kindness

^{08 Aug 2024 | Parent Resources}

Why not plan some small things you could do to boost the happiness of someone as a way of keeping yourself strong, resilient and happy? It’s the gift that gives twice!

The Student Wellbeing Hub

^{11 Apr 2024 | Parent Resources}

The Student Wellbeing Hub has been developed by Education Services Australia for the Australian Government Department of Education.