With everything going on in our lives, being able to not worry about aspects of life at home can be really beneficial. It can allow you to spend more time with your loved ones and focussing on things which really matter to you. There have been lots of developments over the years which have made […]
The beginning of the school year can be overwhelming for many students and their families. If your child is feeling the ‘back to school blues’, here are some great tips from an independent school in Surrey to help them cope… Create a new routine If your child has been enjoying late nights over the summer […]
Many children find maths a difficult subject and seek additional support. Even if your maths skills aren’t particularly strong, there are many ways you can help your child to develop their mathematics skills at home. Here are six top tips from The Mall School to help you get started… Make it fun Incorporate maths into […]
Sponges are convenient, versatile, cheap to replace and also one of the germiest items in your household. In fact, your kitchen sponge may pose a risk to the health of your family. A 2017 study published by Scientific Reports found that sponges can act as a microbial incubator – a breeding ground for some of […]
Some children are naturally confident and enjoy talking to others and making friends, whereas others suffer from shyness and may find a school environment incredibly difficult. Fortunately, this is something that parents can help their children to overcome, using a few simple techniques. Read on for some great tips on how you can help your […]
Pastoral care is put in place by schools to ensure the physical and emotional welfare of each student, as well as provide a supportive atmosphere to the whole school community. Responsibility for pastoral care is shared between school staff, teachers and students. In order to facilitate an effective pastoral care programme, a whole school ethos […]
Did you know that stress is caused by a chemical reaction happening inside your body? I won’t go into the technical details as this isn’t a science lesson, but it’s all about specific hormones being released. When these hormones are released in large quantities, our brain tells our body to act stressed. So, we feel […]
If you’re struggling to get to sleep, or stay sleeping at night, you’re one of many; insomnia and sleeplessness is at an all time high these days, if the rows and rows of sleep aids on the shelf at the store are any indication. And it’s no wonder – in times of stress and uncertainty, […]
Would you walk across hot coals while juggling and wearing a blindfold? Probably not. However, you may have chosen to be a parent, and they’re basically the same thing! Parenthood is busy, and when you have a career on top of it, it’s a lot of time and energy sucked from you to juggle both. […]
Reading is one of the first things children learn to do when they start school. It’s a crucial skill that offers a variety of benefits. For instance, it helps us to learn new vocabulary and expand our general knowledge on different topics, while also being a great way to wind down and have fun. If […]