Doing research doesn’t necessarily give anybody unbiased information

I wouldn’t be offended. But I would be surprised if kids so young would have any idea of the number of migrants. I guess they could always research the question to find the answers. I see no reason to be upset or outraged though

How many children that age would know the reasons why the numbers are reasons to be concerned. Not all parents allow their children to watch the news. Many have their meals around that time. Regardless of what is on, it can be a huge distraction when they should be eating. Goodbye other family important communication subjects – issues at school, what they are learning in lessons and what they want to talk about. Plans needing to be made and agreed upon.

Angered parents ! Why would you get angered ?
voice their frustrations on Facebook ! how immature and manipulative
forcing the school to apologize in a way
the school is the wise to do so, they show more maturity then the parents
immigration has been on the political agenda and in the news
year 5 and 6 often are encouraged to follow their news as part of their homework
debating and discussions are great ways to develop their own mind.

I wouldn’t be offended – it is a totally relevant subject/question considering how many people choose to make Australia their home.

I’m not sure that it was insinuating anything, rather asking the question. It is in line with the current curriculum but I also understand how it may have upset some families.

People are way too sensitive these days.
It’s making the kids think about real world stuff instead of things they will never need in real life.
I whole heartedly believe that schools should teach our children about taxes and budgets and our laws and everything else that happens outside of a classroom.
I think it’s great that the school is encouraging the children to think about these things.
World is way to PC nowadays

No i wouldn’t be offended – this is what our country is now – and these kids are the future and it is how they are growing up right now. I wonder if the children actually complained about having to answer this question or did it all just stem from the parents?

Really is such a shame that everyone thinks they are entitled to complain about everything thing no matter how big or small.

I don’t think Id be offended by this, especially if it was supported by discussion.

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  • • mom93821 replied
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  Exactly – children are the leaders of the future and these are important discussions to have at a family, school and community level.

No I don’t think I would be offended it’s only a questionnaire

I would not be offended – a good way to start and promote discussion at home and at school about an important issue.

It’s certainly a topic what has been in the news and often year 5 & 6 follow the news in the class.
Like with vaccinations, the government takes it stand and like to get the people on board with their ideas and plans.
Our schools are coloured with many nationalities. Most likely there are also immigrants at this school. I can imagine these questions can be hard for them. But a good and respectful led discussion wouldn’t be harmful in my opinion.

I don’t think I would have taken offence.

Personally I don’t think I would mind much. Even if I think it’s something that should be addressed orally.

I would not be happy with my child being asked these types of questions at that age