Teaching with Purpose, Serving with Heart
Empowering students, educators and communities through faith-based learning, ‘Science of Reading’ evidence-based Jolly Learning programs, and servant-hearted leadership—One child, One teacher, One day at a time.
Meet Annette Blackett
With over 20 years of experience in education, Annette Blackett is a dedicated International Jolly Trainer, Lead Teacher, Tutor, Consultant, and Volunteer Mission Worker. Her journey spans across Australia, the UK, Mozambique, and Papua New Guinea (PNG), where she has empowered 100’s of educators and transformed literacy learning through faith-based, culturally responsive teaching.
Annette specialises in systematic synthetic phonics instruction (Jolly Learning-SSP), teacher training, and ESL education, equipping both children and adults with essential literacy skills. As the driving force behind Why Education Training, she works to uplift teachers, schools, and communities—bridging faith, and education, resulting in transformational impact.
Her educational philosophy is simple yet profound: “One Person, One Day at a time.”
At Why Education Training
We are committed to delivering high-quality English language instruction and tutoring through Jolly Learning’s evidence-based Systematic Synthetic Phonics (SSP) and structured Jolly Literacy Programmes, tailored to each year level.
Jolly Learning Training & Professional Development Support
Official Jolly Phonics & Jolly Literacy (formerly Jolly Grammar)
training for schools, teachers, and homeschool educators.
ESL & TESOL Programs & Workplace Training
Empower ESL learners with essential English language skills, through industry-specific programs. (For example, Australian PALM Scheme worker programs.)
Primary-Aged Literacy Tutoring with Parental Support
One-on-one literacy tutoring using Jolly Learning multi-sensory learning techniques, with parental attendance support.
We are committed to educating and empowering the lives of:
100's of Teachers
1000’s of Children
Parents & Communities
Across Australia & the South Pacific region.
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Through faith-driven, literacy-focused education
One teacher, one student, one day at a time.
The Foundation of WHY Education Training
My passion for Why Education Training is founded on – Our W.H.Y..?
We need to ask ourselves, as educators, about:
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What we teach: Evidence-based English literacy instruction that equips learners with the foundational skills they need to succeed.
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How we teach: Engaging, multi-sensory, and research-driven methods that enhance learning outcomes.
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You, as a teacher: Equipping and empowering educators to confidently deliver, heart-led, transformational, teaching practices.
Inspiring Literacy, Empowering Futures
At Rivergum Christian College, Annette Blackett brings the power of Jolly Phonics and Jolly Literacy to life with passion and enthusiasm, guiding students and educators in mastering essential literacy skills. Through engaging, evidence-based teaching and training, she nurtures confident readers and writers in students, and empowers educators, fostering a love for learning in a faith-centred environment.
Transforming Lives Through Education
Years of Global Experience
Revolutionising education across Australia, the UK, Mozambique, and Papua New Guinea through literacy, training, and faith-driven learning.
Teachers Empowered
Equipping educators with Jolly Learning Systematic Synthetic Phonics programs, and innovative
classroom strategies to enhance literacy and learning outcomes.
Children Lives Transformed
Providing foundational literacy skills that help children read, write, and thrive!
School Communities Uplifted
Supporting parents as the first educators and fostering strong, faith-based learning environments that impact entire communities.
Be Part of the Change
Education has the power to transform lives. Whether you're an educator, student, parent, or mission-driven supporter, your involvement in professional development, and in the education of others, can make a lasting impact.
Let the Sun Shine – A Story of Hope & Faith
What is the ‘norm’ for a child growing up in extreme poverty? In “Let the Sun Shine,” I share my heartfelt reflections on life in Mozambique where children work instead of play, struggle replaces childhood, and hope shines through faith. This powerful story challenges us to see beyond what’s ‘normal’ and to act with compassion.
✨ Discover their reality. Feel their struggle. Pray for their future.
