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One in Three Aussie Kids Are Behind in Maths — Here's How to Change That

Kirrily Kuschert

Published on: 02/11/2025

One in three Australian students are leaving primary school without achieving proficiency in maths. That’s not just a stat - it’s a wake-up call. And it’s not just about a test score. It’s about your child’s confidence, capability and whether they believe they can succeed in maths… or not. According to the Grattan Institute, this is a national issue. But for your child, it’s deeply personal. And the window to act? It’s now.

How Maths Confidence Today Shapes Your Child’s Future

Kirrily Kuschert

Published on: 30/10/2025

The future isn’t just coming - it’s already here. Technology, coding, automation, finance, design - every industry your child will touch requires people who can think mathematically. And not just a few kids. Not just the ones who “get it quickly.” Every child deserves the chance to grow into the future with confidence and capability.

How Real-World Maths Builds Confidence and Curiosity

Kirrily Kuschert

Published on: 29/10/2025

Maths is more than equations - it’s the language of the real world. It’s in the design of bridges. The logic of games. The folds of an origami crane. When children grow up seeing maths as something bigger than numbers on a page, they start using it as a tool - to explore, to design and to understand.

The Core Maths Skills Every Child Needs for Future Success

Kirrily Kuschert

Published on: 28/10/2025

Strong Foundations Build Bright Futures. Maths isn’t just about passing the next test -it’s about building the brain for future learning. Just like a house needs a solid foundation, long-term success in maths depends on deep, steady skills developed early. Without number sense, pattern recognition and flexible thinking, even bright students can struggle later. That’s why the foundations laid in primary school maths are critical for lifelong confidence.