In Victoria, kids must turn five before the 30th of April in their first year of school.
But even with these guidelines, many parents still struggle with whether they should hold their child back a year…
Or if they should start early.
In fact, a recent study showed that parents are suffering from excessive stress and anxiety over the decision!
It’s a concerning but not completely surprising finding…
The first year of a child’s schooling can set the path for their educational experience…
For better or worse.
So in this post, we’ll be addressing some of the implications of school starting age…
And how you can help pick the best path for your child.