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Testimonials

“Congratulations on what you are achieving with our young Australians.”
Professor Tony Vinson, Hon. Professor Faculty of Education and Social Work at Sydney University, Chair of the Public Education Enquiry and researcher/author of Good Transitions, presented at the Cornerstones Conference in Sydney, 2006.

B.O.A.T. Workshops - 2006 / 2007

“The information I heard last year was the most useful information and advice I have ever received for any of my children. My son has now started Year 7 and, for the first time in his school life, he feels in control – thank you!” (Parent, St. Patrick’s College)

“We can easily implement these ideas to accommodate our busy lifestyle.” (Parent, Arncliffe P.S)

“The workshop was very useful and relevant for the students.” (Teacher, Arncliffe P.S)

“I now feel better prepared to handle the demands of high school.” (Student, Arncliffe P.S)

"My mum is always telling me I need to be better organised. Now I know what she is talking about!” (Student, Arncliffe P.S)

“Overall, a wonderful program for adults and children – I got a HUGE amount of good advice from this session. Thank you very much!” (Parent, Our Lady Star of the Sea, Miranda)

“I already have a child in high school (Year 8). I am actually walking away today knowing that she can apply a lot of these methods." (Parent, Our Lady Star of the Sea, Miranda)

"Adults need these skills just as much as children! Thank you.” (Parent, Our Lady Star of the Sea, Miranda)

“An excellent presentation. It doesn’t matter what age you are, it can be applied. Thank you.” (Parent, St. Francis Xavier, Lurnea)

“Should be brought to school for everyone – especially students.” (Parent, St. Francis Xavier, Lurnea)

"I know I would have been disorganised in high school without this." (Student, Canterbury P.S)

"This workshop needs to run at every school for every Year 6 child!" (Parent, Newbridge Heights P.S)

"Congratulations on your initiative in getting this program together. Very valuable work!" (Parent, Rozelle P.S)

"Subject matter and content were very relevant. Thank you." (Parent, St. Catherine's School, Waverley)

“I wish I had this seminar when my oldest was in Year 6. It may have saved a lot of tears over organisational skills and time management.” (Parent, Laguna Street P.S.)

“This was extremely useful. Very informative and enjoyable.” (Parent, Laguna Street P.S)

“I really enjoyed your presentation. Great content and the anecdotes were excellent.” (Parent, Laguna Street P.S)

Learning to Learn Workshops (Staff) - 2008

"Great information for New Scheme teachers and helpful hints for ALL!"

"Based on what we should know, but FINALLY someone has shown us HOW!"

"A lot of great ideas and very practical information."

"A fantastic worskhop - thank you!"

"Lots of practical stuff instead of theory."

"I really enjoyed the emphasis on practical application of theory."

"Excellent presenter with a wealth of experience and knowledge - thank you!"

"It gave me some practical ideas to take back and try in the classroom."

"Didn't feel overwhelmed with too much information!"

"Really enjoyed the worskhop."

"Great to share ideas in activities and group talks."

"Working in small groups was fantastic!"