Tasmania's child and family centres (Centres) provide a single entry point to early childhood services (ECS) for children and families living in amongst the most disadvantaged communities in Australia. This study investigated the impact of Centres on parents' use and experiences of ECS using a mixed methods approach. The results showed that Centre…

Parents' perceptions and practices of parental involvement during the transition from kindergarten to primary school were captured through individual interviews with 18 Chinese parents after their children had entered primary school. The responses revealed that in order to facilitate children's adjustment during school transition, parents tended…

Provides an overview of some current developments in services for children and their families, examining the extent to which parents and child caretakers are client recipients or partners in interventions made on their behalf. (RH)

Discusses the importance of liaison in special education by focusing on three areas: (1) liaison with the home; (2) liaison within education; (3) liaison within the community. Describes the establishment of a directory of support organizations and suggests sources of services and support. (RJC)