{"id":27022,"date":"2026-06-17T14:59:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T09:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/?p=27022"},"modified":"2026-06-17T15:02:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T09:32:38","slug":"what-to-do-when-your-child-feels-overwhelmed-by-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/what-to-do-when-your-child-feels-overwhelmed-by-school\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"27022\" class=\"elementor elementor-27022\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb271d1 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"eb271d1\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49371e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"49371e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 23-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School\n<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a302615 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a302615\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 23-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-1024x683.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27024 not-transparent\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-768x512.avif 768w, https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-960x640.avif 960w, https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242-1000x667.avif 1000w, https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242.avif 1480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" data-dominant-color=\"caab9f\" style=\"--dominant-color: #caab9f\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6dfe97a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6dfe97a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 23-07-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><i>School and exams create opportunities for students to learn, grow, and achieve their goals. However, for many families, they can also bring stress, self-doubt, and pressure.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Perhaps your child is studying hard but not seeing the results they want. Maybe they&#8217;re becoming anxious before exams, losing motivation, avoiding homework, or starting to question their own abilities.<\/i><\/p><p><i>These are some of the most common concerns parents share with us.<\/i><\/p><p><i>While a certain amount of pressure is normal, excessive pressure can affect a student&#8217;s confidence, wellbeing, and enjoyment of learning. The good news is that with the right support, students can learn how to manage challenges, build resilience, and perform at their best without sacrificing their mental wellbeing.<\/i><\/p><h2><i>Why School &amp; Exam Pressure Matters<\/i><\/h2><h3><i>High Levels of Stress Are Common<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Research shows that academic stress is a significant challenge for many young Australians.<\/i><\/p><p><i>A national survey by ReachOut found that almost 50% of Australians aged 16\u201325 feel extremely or very stressed about study and exams, while 46% reported that study stress had a major impact on their mental health.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Research involving Year 12 students found that almost half reported levels of distress that placed them in an at-risk category during their final years of schooling.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Studies have also found a strong relationship between school-related stress and symptoms of anxiety and depression.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>When School Pressure Starts Affecting Confidence<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Many parents first notice a problem when their child begins saying things like:<\/i><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;I&#8217;m just not good at Maths.&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;I&#8217;ll never catch up.&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;Everyone else is smarter than me.&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;What&#8217;s the point?&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><p><i>Comments like these are often signs that pressure is affecting more than academic performance. They&#8217;re affecting confidence.<\/i><\/p><p><i>When students lose confidence, they may become reluctant to ask questions, avoid difficult tasks, procrastinate, or disengage from learning altogether.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>Pressure Affects More Than Just Grades<\/i><\/h3><p><i>School pressure doesn&#8217;t only influence academic performance.<\/i><\/p><p><i>It can impact:<\/i><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Sleep quality<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Mood and emotional wellbeing<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Relationships with family and friends<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Motivation and engagement<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Confidence and self-esteem<\/i><\/li><\/ul><p><i>Research has shown that academic pressure can contribute to conflict within families and negatively affect a student&#8217;s ability to regulate emotions and cope with challenges.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>Some Pressure Can Be Helpful<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Not all pressure is harmful.<\/i><\/p><p><i>A healthy level of challenge can improve focus, motivation, and performance. It helps students recognise that what they are working towards matters.<\/i><\/p><p><i>The goal is not to remove all pressure. The goal is to help students develop the skills and confidence needed to manage it effectively.<\/i><\/p><h2><i>What Students Need Most During Stressful Periods<\/i><\/h2><p><i>When students are feeling overwhelmed, they don&#8217;t simply need more study hours or extra worksheets.<\/i><\/p><p><i>They need:<\/i><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Structure and routine<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Clear goals and achievable steps<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Encouragement and reassurance<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Someone who believes in them<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Small wins that rebuild confidence<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Support when they get stuck<\/i><\/li><\/ul><p><i>Many students are capable of achieving excellent results, but they struggle because they feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure where to begin.<\/i><\/p><p><i>The students who thrive are often not the students who find everything easy. They are the students who learn how to stay resilient, ask for help when needed, and keep moving forward when challenges arise.<\/i><\/p><h2><i>How You Can Help Your Child Manage Pressure<\/i><\/h2><h3><i>1. Create Structure and Routine<\/i><\/h3><p><i>One of the biggest sources of stress is uncertainty.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Help your child create a study plan that breaks larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps. Having a clear roadmap can reduce feelings of overwhelm and make progress feel achievable.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Focus on consistency rather than long hours of study.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>2. Encourage Healthy Habits<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Sleep, nutrition, exercise, and downtime all play a critical role in academic performance.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Students often try to sacrifice these areas during busy periods, but doing so can actually increase stress and reduce productivity.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Encourage regular breaks and remind your child that rest is an important part of learning.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>3. Focus on Progress Rather Than Perfection<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Many students place enormous pressure on themselves to achieve perfect results.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Help your child understand that mistakes are part of learning.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Celebrate effort, improvement, and persistence rather than only focusing on marks.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Confidence grows when students recognise how far they have come, not just how far they have left to go.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>4. Keep Communication Open<\/i><\/h3><p><i>Ask questions such as:<\/i><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;How are you feeling about school?&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;What&#8217;s been challenging lately?&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>&#8220;How can I support you?&#8221;<\/i><\/li><\/ul><p><i>Creating a safe space for honest conversations can help students feel less isolated and more supported.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Sometimes the most valuable thing a parent can do is listen.<\/i><\/p><h3><i>5. Seek Support Early<\/i><\/h3><p><i>If your child is consistently struggling with particular subjects, becoming increasingly anxious, or losing confidence, additional support can make a significant difference.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Whether it&#8217;s a tutor, teacher, mentor, or school counsellor, early intervention often prevents small challenges from becoming larger problems.<\/i><\/p><h2><i>Signs Your Child May Be Feeling Overwhelmed<\/i><\/h2><p><i>Keep an eye out for:<\/i><\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Persistent sleep issues<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Increased irritability or mood changes<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Avoidance of schoolwork<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Declining motivation<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Loss of confidence<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Negative self-talk<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Withdrawal from friends or activities<\/i><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Frequent headaches or stomach aches without a clear physical cause<\/i><\/li><\/ul><p><i>These signs may indicate that your child needs additional support.<\/i><\/p><h2><i>Final Thoughts<\/i><\/h2><p><i>As a parent, your role isn&#8217;t to remove every challenge from your child&#8217;s path.<\/i><\/p><p><i>It&#8217;s to help them develop the confidence and resilience to face those challenges.<\/i><\/p><p><i>One assessment, one report, one exam, or even one ATAR does not define your child&#8217;s future.<\/i><\/p><p><i>What matters most is helping them build the skills, habits, and mindset needed to navigate challenges throughout their life.<\/i><\/p><p><i>With the right support, students can learn to manage pressure, maintain confidence, and continue progressing towards their goals.<\/i><\/p><p><i>Start today by asking your child:<\/i><\/p><p><i>&#8220;What is one small thing I can do to support you this week?&#8221;<\/i><\/p><p><i>That simple conversation can remind them of something every student needs to hear:<\/i><\/p><p><i>You&#8217;re not alone. We&#8217;re in this together.<\/i><\/p><p>References<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Deng, Y., et al. (2022). <i>Family and academic stress and their impact on students<\/i>. PMC.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9243415\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> PMC<\/a><p>\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Edwards, B. &amp; Arnup, J. (2025). \u201cNew research shows Year 12 students face many pressures \u2013 far beyond study and exams.\u201d ANU.<a href=\"https:\/\/research.anu.edu.au\/research-innovation-news\/new-research-shows-year-12-students-face-many-pressures-far-beyond-study?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> research.anu.edu.au<\/a><p>\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Jiang, M. (2022). <i>The influence of academic pressure on adolescents\u2019 problem behaviour<\/i>. Frontiers in Psychology.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/psychology\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyg.2022.954330\/full?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> Frontiers<\/a><p>\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\u201cFrom panic to prepared: How to work with exam stress.\u201d University of Adelaide Student News (2025).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adelaide.edu.au\/student\/news\/news\/list\/2025\/06\/20\/from-panic-to-prepared-how-to-work-with-exam-stress?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> University of Adelaide<\/a><p>\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\u201cStudy stress impacting students\u2019 mental health, sleep and relationships.\u201d ReachOut Australia (2022).<a href=\"https:\/\/about.au.reachout.com\/blog\/study-stress-impacting-students----mental-health--sleep-and-relationships-according-to-new-research-by-reachout?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> About ReachOut Australia<\/a><p>\u00a0<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\u201cWe reviewed the arguments for and against \u2018high-stakes\u2019 exams. The evidence for using them doesn\u2019t stack up.\u201d University of Melbourne news (2023).<a href=\"https:\/\/findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au\/news\/73458-we-reviewed-the-arguments-for-and-against-%27high-stakes%27-exams.-the-evidence-for-using-them-doesn%E2%80%99t-stack-up?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au<br \/><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-050a6f2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"050a6f2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;wdt_bg_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_widescreen&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_laptop&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_tablet_extra&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_mobile_extra&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_position&quot;:&quot;center center&quot;,&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-adb8e42\" data-id=\"adb8e42\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a0312f center elementor-widget elementor-widget-wdt-heading\" data-id=\"2a0312f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"wdt-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wdt-heading-holder \" id=\"wdt-heading-2a0312f\"><h2 class=\"wdt-heading-title-wrapper wdt-heading-align-center wdt-heading-deco-wrapper\"><span class=\"wdt-heading-title\">For Learning Resources<\/span><\/h2><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ccbaf21 center elementor-widget elementor-widget-wdt-button\" data-id=\"ccbaf21\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"wdt-button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wdt-button-holder wdt-template-filled wdt-button-link wdt-button-style-default wdt-button-size-nm wdt-animation- wdt-button-icon-after\" id=\"wdt-button-ccbaf21\"><a class=\"wdt-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/learning-resources\/\"><div class=\"wdt-button-text\"><span>Click Here<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-052f94c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"052f94c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_bg_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_widescreen&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_laptop&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_tablet_extra&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_mobile_extra&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;wdt_bg_position&quot;:&quot;center center&quot;,&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d7664c0\" data-id=\"d7664c0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c230a6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0c230a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">You might also be interested in the following\u2026 <\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b097f4f elementor-widget elementor-widget-wdt-blog-posts\" data-id=\"b097f4f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;wdt_animation_effect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"wdt-blog-posts.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wdt-posts-list-wrapper  \" ><div class='tpl-blog-holder  apply-isotope apply-isotope '><div class='grid-sizer  entry-list-layout wdt-simple-style entry-left-thumb wdt-default-hover wdt-default-overlay column wdt-one-column wdt-post-entry '><\/div><div class=\" entry-list-layout wdt-simple-style entry-left-thumb wdt-default-hover wdt-default-overlay column wdt-one-column wdt-post-entry  \"><article id=\"post-27044\" class=\"post-27044 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-website-blogs blog-entry\">\n\n\n\t<!-- Featured Image -->\n\t<div class=\"entry-thumb\">\n\t\t\n<div class=\"blog-image\"><a style=background-image:url(https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Untitled-design-2026-06-22T110409.205.avif) href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/the-homework-battle-why-children-often-learn-better-from-someone-who-isnt-mum-or-dad\/\" title=\"Permalink to The Homework Battle: Why Children Often Learn Better From Someone Who Isn&#8217;t Mum or Dad\"><\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div><!-- Featured Image -->\n<!-- Entry Date -->\n<div class=\"entry-date\">\n\t<i class=\"wdticon-calendar\"> <\/i>\n\tJune 21, 2026<\/div><!-- Entry Date -->\n<!-- Entry Title -->\n<div class=\"entry-title\">\n\t<h4>    \t<a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/the-homework-battle-why-children-often-learn-better-from-someone-who-isnt-mum-or-dad\/\" title=\"Permalink to The Homework Battle: Why Children Often Learn Better From Someone Who Isn&#8217;t Mum or Dad\">The Homework Battle: Why Children Often Learn Better From Someone Who Isn&#8217;t Mum or Dad<\/a>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/div><!-- Entry Title -->\n<!-- Entry Button --><div class=\"entry-button wdt-core-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/the-homework-battle-why-children-often-learn-better-from-someone-who-isnt-mum-or-dad\/\" title=\"The Homework Battle: Why Children Often Learn Better From Someone Who Isn&#8217;t Mum or Dad\" class=\"wdt-button\">Read More<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 59\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 100 59;\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon points=\"59.9,6.1 79.4,25.7 6,25.7 6,33.3 79.4,33.3 59.9,52.9 65.3,58.2 94,29.5 65.3,0.8 \"><\/polygon><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><!-- Entry Button --><\/article><\/div><div class=\" entry-list-layout wdt-simple-style entry-left-thumb wdt-default-hover wdt-default-overlay column wdt-one-column wdt-post-entry  \"><article id=\"post-27034\" class=\"post-27034 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-website-blogs blog-entry\">\n\n\n\t<!-- Featured Image -->\n\t<div class=\"entry-thumb\">\n\t\t\n<div class=\"blog-image\"><a style=background-image:url(https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Untitled-design-2026-06-19T171907.846.avif) href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/my-child-is-bright-but-their-results-dont-reflect-their-potential\/\" title=\"Permalink to My Child Is Bright, But Their Results Don&#8217;t Reflect Their Potential\"><\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div><!-- Featured Image -->\n<!-- Entry Date -->\n<div class=\"entry-date\">\n\t<i class=\"wdticon-calendar\"> <\/i>\n\tJune 19, 2026<\/div><!-- Entry Date -->\n<!-- Entry Title -->\n<div class=\"entry-title\">\n\t<h4>    \t<a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/my-child-is-bright-but-their-results-dont-reflect-their-potential\/\" title=\"Permalink to My Child Is Bright, But Their Results Don&#8217;t Reflect Their Potential\">My Child Is Bright, But Their Results Don&#8217;t Reflect Their Potential<\/a>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/div><!-- Entry Title -->\n<!-- Entry Button --><div class=\"entry-button wdt-core-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/my-child-is-bright-but-their-results-dont-reflect-their-potential\/\" title=\"My Child Is Bright, But Their Results Don&#8217;t Reflect Their Potential\" class=\"wdt-button\">Read More<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 59\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 100 59;\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon points=\"59.9,6.1 79.4,25.7 6,25.7 6,33.3 79.4,33.3 59.9,52.9 65.3,58.2 94,29.5 65.3,0.8 \"><\/polygon><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><!-- Entry Button --><\/article><\/div><div class=\" entry-list-layout wdt-simple-style entry-left-thumb wdt-default-hover wdt-default-overlay column wdt-one-column wdt-post-entry  \"><article id=\"post-27022\" class=\"post-27022 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-website-blogs blog-entry\">\n\n\n\t<!-- Featured Image -->\n\t<div class=\"entry-thumb\">\n\t\t\n<div class=\"blog-image\"><a style=background-image:url(https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/problems-elementary-age-student_329181-14242.avif) href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/what-to-do-when-your-child-feels-overwhelmed-by-school\/\" title=\"Permalink to What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School\"><\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div><!-- Featured Image -->\n<!-- Entry Date -->\n<div class=\"entry-date\">\n\t<i class=\"wdticon-calendar\"> <\/i>\n\tJune 17, 2026<\/div><!-- Entry Date -->\n<!-- Entry Title -->\n<div class=\"entry-title\">\n\t<h4>    \t<a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/what-to-do-when-your-child-feels-overwhelmed-by-school\/\" title=\"Permalink to What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School\">What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School<\/a>\n\t<\/h4>\n<\/div><!-- Entry Title -->\n<!-- Entry Button --><div class=\"entry-button wdt-core-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/what-to-do-when-your-child-feels-overwhelmed-by-school\/\" title=\"What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School\" class=\"wdt-button\">Read More<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 59\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 100 59;\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon points=\"59.9,6.1 79.4,25.7 6,25.7 6,33.3 79.4,33.3 59.9,52.9 65.3,58.2 94,29.5 65.3,0.8 \"><\/polygon><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><!-- Entry Button --><\/article><\/div><\/div><div class=\"pagination blog-pagination\"><div class=\"column one pager_wrapper\"><ul class='page-numbers'>\n\t<li><span aria-label=\"Page 01\" aria-current=\"page\" class=\"page-numbers current\">01<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li><a aria-label=\"Page 02\" class=\"page-numbers\" href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/page\/2\/\">02<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li><a aria-label=\"Page 03\" class=\"page-numbers\" href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/page\/3\/\">03<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li><span class=\"page-numbers dots\">&hellip;<\/span><\/li>\n\t<li><a aria-label=\"Page 16\" class=\"page-numbers\" href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/page\/16\/\">16<\/a><\/li>\n\t<li><a class=\"next page-numbers\" href=\"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/page\/2\/\"><span class=\"pagination-next-label\">Next<\/span><i class=\"wdticon-angle-double-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What To Do When Your Child Feels Overwhelmed By School School and exams create opportunities for students to learn, grow, and achieve their goals. However, for many families, they can also bring stress, self-doubt, and pressure. Perhaps your child is studying hard but not seeing the results they want. Maybe they&#8217;re becoming anxious before exams, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":27024,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27022","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-website-blogs","blog-entry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27022"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27033,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27022\/revisions\/27033"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27024"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27022"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27022"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ignitelearning.com.au\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27022"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}