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This is a collaborative post The positive effects that regular reading has on children is astonishing, as proven by a multitude of studies and professional research. Not only does reading help develop a child’s understanding of the world around them by expanding on their cultural and historical awareness, but it can also help them develop …

This is a collaborative post Raising a child that is conscious of how their actions and choices impact the environment is important for our planet, and we should all be doing more to protect it. Here are some tips from an independent school in London on how you can help your child become more environmentally …

This is a collaborative post Helping your child expand upon their vocabulary is an important part of their overall development and academic growth. A wider vocabulary will help them with their education but will also improve their social skills and ability to communicate effectively. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to help …

This is a collaborative post As an adult, we all know too well that a late night or too much junk food can reduce productivity at work and make it difficult to concentrate. The same applies to children and their education. Their lifestyle choices play a huge part in how well they do academically, which …

This is a collaborative post Maths – love it or hate it, it’s vital for us all. Maths plays an integral part in most careers to some degree or other so it’s important for children to get a handle on it early. Fear of maths is one of the most detrimental issues for many children …

This is a collaborative post What is a respectful child? Is it a child who never questions authority? Or is it a child who understands the importance of treating others as they would like to be treated themselves? It’s not a good idea to teach a child never to question authority – but always a …

This is a collaborative post Firstly, what does the term “Learning Style” mean? In short, it’s a term which takes into account the fact that everyone learns and processes information in a different way. Children, no matter what their age, learn through experience – the youngest learn through touch, taste and movement. Older, through listening, …

This is a collaborative post What does it mean to be inquisitive and why is that a good thing? All children are born to be naturally inquisitive – they constantly explore and study the world around them from babyhood and this carries on into adulthood. As children grow, so does their passion for learning; babies …

The words ‘mental health crisis’ are used a lot. Our children and young people are clearly struggling. Over half of all mental health disorders start before the age of 14, with 75% beginning by the age of 24. Rates have been increasing since 2017, from one in nine (11.6%) to one in six (17.4%) in 6 to …