School Aged Children Archives

Supporting a child when someone they know is self-harming

by Parent Line NSW | Feb 13, 2026 | Parents & Carers, School Aged Children, Teenagers

When a child learns that a friend is thinking of harming themselves, it can shake their sense of safety and leave them worried, sad, or confused. As parents and carers, your support during this time can make a significant difference to your child’s resilience....

Tips for parents with children starting primary school

by Parent Line NSW Admin | Jan 12, 2026 | Parents & Carers, School Aged Children

Starting school will naturally bring up a range of emotions for both parents, carers and children. Here are some practical tips to help parents and carers support their child to manage these emotions: Being aware that starting school brings lots of different emotions...

Social Media Age Limit: Practical Tips for Parents Navigating the Transition

by Parent Line NSW | Dec 2, 2025 | Advice + Tips, Article, Parents & Carers, School Aged Children, Teenagers

As Australia introduces restrictions on social media platform access for children from 10 December 2025, many parents and carers are wondering how this will impact their children, and what they can do to support them through the transition. What is the Social...

Finding joy and thriving through Christmas and the school holidays

by Parent Line NSW | Dec 13, 2022 | Advice + Tips, Parents & Carers, School Aged Children

Christmas can be a time for family, connection and celebration. For many this time also brings stress and other emotions like loneliness, sadness, disappointment and grief. Such feelings can arise especially if this is the first Christmas since a beloved family member...

Identifying and dealing with school-related anxiety

by Parent Line NSW | Nov 11, 2022 | Article, School Aged Children

School-related anxiety is a complex and challenging issue that can cause a great deal of distress to families. But there are solutions and with support, most children and young people go back to a normal pattern of school attendance. On this page: Self-Compassion What...

Top 5 issues affecting parents about their school-age children

by Parent Line NSW Admin | May 9, 2020 | School Aged Children

We all know parenting can be a tough – but also extremely rewarding – job. At times, family life can be moving along well and at others, there may be challenges which push you and your child to your limits. Here are the top 5 issues affecting parents about their...