by Nicola | Sep 6, 2018 | Reading, Starting School, Tips for Parents
Starting school can seem overwhelming. We want them to be prepared. But one of the biggest concerns we have as parents, is whether they’re going to be happy. Starting school can feel daunting to young children. So much will be different, from the...
by Nicola | Dec 8, 2017 | Reading, Tips for Parents, Writing
Arts provision is on the decline in many schools, leading many parents to ask, ‘how can i nurture my child’s creativity at home? The decline is largely because it’s an area that often suffer cuts in funding. It also tends to be eclipsed by the...
by Nicola | Nov 22, 2017 | Reading, Tips for Parents
The answer to the question, ‘does homework help my child’s learning?’, continues to be one asked by parents and educators alike. In August 2016, a second grade teacher in America trialled a no homework policy. She sent parents a letter...
by Nicola | Nov 9, 2017 | Reading, Tips for Parents
Parents often ask how they can support their child’s learning at home. It’s an important question… A child’s learning journey is fascinating. It’s a journey full of wonder and excitement as they explore everything from stories to the marvels...
by Nicola | Jul 28, 2017 | Reading, Tips for Parents
in this post we’ll look at tips to help your struggling reader at home. Reading is the foundation to all learning. It’s not surprising therefore, that many parents worry about their child’s reading, especially if they appear to be a struggling reader. And...
by Nicola | Jun 21, 2017 | Reading, Tips for Parents
It’s not surprising that the question of how to support your child’s reading at home, is one that many parents ask. Learning to read is the most important skill that your child will need to master for success at school and later on. Unlike learning...