You will find children are glued to their social media. They are either tweeting between lessons or updating their Facebook status on their phones at break. The younger generations are in constant communication with their peers. This makes all the more important for parents to ensure children are safe...
Read MoreIt is now compulsory for children to learn a language from Key Stage Two (ages 7 to 11). The children will have a choice between French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Latin or Ancient Greek. This is a new requirement implemented to create a more uniform approach across England, with...
Read MoreLanguage development is an ongoing process for children starting from a very young age; each child will develop at their own rate. All children should find learning fun! Children will reach their full potential only if given enough opportunities to develop. At home or in a nursery/preschool setting, focusing...
Read MoreAccording to a recent report, parents should continue reading bedtime stories to their children until they are 11 years old. Children have expressed sadness about this routine ending when they are as young as 6. Three quarters of parents who have children aged five and below, read to them...
Read MoreI wanted to blog about this wonderful poem about the relationship between parents and teachers. Working together we can create magic and an environment where children will grow and do their best. The Sculptors (Parents and Teachers) I dreamt I stood in a studio, And watched two sculptors there....
Read MoreLocal Clubs and Classes As the new school year approaches, it’s time to start choosing after-school activities. Take a quick look and you will find a whole range of classes available: French, scouts, ballet, karate and chess. How do we know which ones are the best for your child,...
Read MoreAs a child, going back to school or starting a new school, can be quite worrying, as soon as they see ‘Back to school’ in the big high street shops. They might get butterflies in their tummy, thinking, that their new teacher might be really strict or that exam,...
Read MoreWhy does my child hate maths? Helping your child understand maths? Parents often ask how to get their child interested in maths because ‘they just don’t get it’. Clearly the same parents go searching for a maths tutor to help bridge the ever growing gap between their child and...
Read MoreHow to make reading a happy experience from a young age and one that is enjoyable for both you and your child. Children of any age can appreciate the magic of a good story, even if they are not ready to recognize the written word yet. They still may...
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