Usap Tayo: New school bags or supplies? How do you prepare for your kids going to school

Key Points

• Going to school for the first time is often exciting for a child, but it can be daunting too. Parents should prepare them well in advance.
• In 2023, nearly 4.1 million students were enrolled in Australian schools, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. That number is expected to be higher in 2025.
• As children start school, parents are reminded to be vigilant about their children's activities, in particular online.