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Exploring Family Learning Activities

Small everyday activities can make a big difference to your child's learning.

Whether you have five minutes after school or a whole afternoon together, explore practical activities designed to encourage curiosity, confidence and learning through everyday experiences.

You can start wherever feels right for your family. Browse by year level or topic, choose an activity that interests your child, and come back whenever you're looking for a new idea to try together. Every conversation, question and shared experience helps support learning.

Where would you like to start?

Whether your child is exploring science or building mathematical skills, these activities are designed to support learning through everyday conversations, questions and experiences.

🧪 Science Activities: Prep to Year 6

Science begins with curiosity.

Explore activities that encourage your child to observe, ask questions and investigate the world around them.

Choose your child's year level to explore activities linked to the concepts they're learning at school.

Boy with science book

🧮 Maths Activities: Prep to Year 6

Mathematics helps us make sense of the world around us.

Explore activities that build confidence through problem-solving, reasoning and practical experiences.

Choose a mathematical topic to explore practical activities you can use together at home.

Child counting

Keep Exploring Together

These activities aren't about teaching school subjects at home. They're designed to help you explore ideas together, ask questions, solve problems and enjoy learning through everyday experiences.

Looking for More Support?

Every family learns differently, and there's no right or wrong place to start. Whether you try one activity today or come back throughout the year, every shared experience helps support your child's learning.

If you'd like more ideas, explore our Family Learning Guide or visit our Growing Confident Learners page.

You can also contact us to learn more about our programs, pathways or support services.

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