The summer holidays are undoubtedly a crucial time to help children rejuvenate and relax after a busy school year, yet as the break continues it is important to start reintroducing a bit of mental stimulation into their days. This is because having long breaks from learning means children can sometimes…
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Top Tips to Encourage Summer Reading (And Make it Fun)
With the summer holiday stretching out ahead, undoubtedly your child’s thoughts will turn to bike riding, summer holidays and endless hours on the PlayStation. Yet there is no better time to encourage your children to settle down with a good book. However, this often more easily said than done! Why…
16 Things To Do In The Summer Holidays
After months of having the kids at home and home schooling, just the thought of keeping them entertained during the summer holidays may be a little exhausting. Here’s a list of activities to help keep them occupied: See friends! With lockdown restrictions easing, it’s a great opportunity to plan lots…
The Many Benefits of Summer Clubs
With the summer holidays fast approaching, many parents are turning their thoughts towards summer clubs. Attending a summer club has far more benefits than simply being a means of childcare throughout those long months. They can be hugely advantageous for both children and parents. Summer clubs tend to focus on…
How to Help Your Child Transition from Primary to Secondary School
As we progress through the last academic term of the year, Year 6 children are beginning to think about the big changes for them that are going to take place over the next few months. Going from primary school to secondary school is a time of mixed emotions for parents…
How To Keep Your Children Motivated Until The End Of Term
Academically, June is normally the toughest time of the year to inspire and motivate pupils. The weather is improving and most pupils are already dreaming of their summer holidays. This year, as the majority of pupils are still learning from home, it may be increasingly tough to motivate your children…
9 Ways to Ease Back to School Jitters
Heading back to school can be a stressful time for both children and parents. A few back to school jitters is completely normal, but there are some things you can do to help ease the anxiety and make the transition that little bit easier for everyone. Start the back to…
Keeping The Whole Family Active During Lockdown
Keeping fit and staying active can do wonders for both our physical and mental health. It is important, whilst sport clubs and leisure centres remain shut, to incorporate some exercise into our daily routine. Children are used to expelling their energy during school break times, interactions with friends, and during…
Indoor Activity Ideas
With rain back in the forecast and the nice weather seemingly on hold, it may not be possible for children to play out in the garden for a while. But here are some ways to keep them active and occupied indoors when they’re not doing school work: Exercise There are…
Children’s Wellbeing During Home Learning
These times are tricky for all of us but children, especially older children and teenagers, may be feeling extra anxious about the future. With schools closed, exams cancelled and so many limits on their usual lives at the moment, looking after their wellbeing is more important than ever. Here are…