Pembroke invites parents to a public presentation by Dr Judith Locke. Dr Judith Locke is a registered clinical psychologist, registered teacher, and school counsellor. She speaks to parents, teachers, and students throughout Australia and internationally on modern parenting, family wellbeing, and academic environments.

Judith is the author of two best-selling parenting books, The Bonsai Child and The Bonsai Student. She has a clinical private practice, consulting with families in Australia and New Zealand. Judith’s psychological commentary features regularly in the media, and she has written a weekly parenting column for The Sunday Mail for five years. Judith is a member of The Australian Psychological Society and a fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.

Judith uses the latest research and clinical experience to show positive and practical strategies parents can use to help their children become more confident and capable and help the family become more harmonious.

Years 7 to 12 Parents and Caregivers:
When: Tuesday 13 May 2025
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: DY Hall, Senior School Campus, 18 Holden Street, Kensington Park

The session:
• Assist parents in ensuring their child experiences fulfilling years at school.
• Offer solutions to parents to help children cope better with the demands of school and schoolwork and encourage their child’s motivation and independence
• Give parents strategies to ensure their relationship with their child remains positive.
• Help parents assist their child in developing maturity and responsibility to do well in their life beyond school.

We look forward to seeing you there!