The world we live in has become heavily globalised which means skills such as knowing a language or two have become valuable. There is also a lot of evidence that shows that younger children who are still in their early days of education are able to acquire better language skills with clearer pronunciation, accent and…
When it comes to raising children, parents tend to focus on making sure their young ones pick up vital morals and values. These are what create the foundation for a well-mannered and successful individual. At such a young age it can be difficult to get children to abide by the rules set for them. As…
The decision to send a child to daycare is not one that is made lightly. There are many factors to consider, such as the age of your child, your work schedule, and the cost of care. However, there are also some signs that can indicate that it’s time for your little one to start attending…
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When you are thinking of expanding your family there is so much to think about. Do you need a bigger house? Is there good local childcare available and will you all fit into your family car? When we found out we were expecting our 3rd child this was one of our main concerns. Whilst we…
There’s not much that we can do without our fine motor skills. They help us to move the smaller muscle tissues of the body (those that are typically in the hands, feet, and toes). We use them to do things like grip, hold and press and this all comes with practice. There are many activities…
Reading is a skill that’s not only important for English, but your child’s entire journey throughout education. They will need it across their subjects to expand on their existing understanding and review information. It’s also beneficial for their overall development as it can help them to learn more about the world and explore new viewpoints…
Creative writing is a skill that not only helps us to communicate but empower and inspire change. Until then, your child will n eed to use it throughout school to form their essays and perform well. This is something that you can help them with by following these 5 tips from a prep school in…
We all have fond memories of the school trips that we went on as children. They were a chance for us to explore the world alongside our friends and have fun. They provide enriching learning opportunities in which children can apply what they have learned to the real world and deepen their understanding. For some…
One of the hardest things to deal with when you become a parent is getting your children to sleep and of course stopping them from waking up at the crack of dawn. It is a lot harder than you would think. In fact even now with my eldest being 11 we still struggle with getting…