How Can We Raise Strong, Confident and Independent Daughters?
International Women’s Day is a good time to think about how we, as parents, can equip our daughters with the tools they need to navigate life and thrive as strong, confident, and independent people But how do we do this effectively?
School Allocation Day: Supporting Your Child (and Yourself) Through the Ups and Downs
It’s that time of year when families across the UK find out which school their child will be starting in September, from little ones beginning Reception to children making the big leap to secondary school. School allocation day can bring
Before Children Read Words, They Read Meaning
When we think about children learning to read, it’s easy to focus on letters, sounds and decoding. Phonics, print and books all matter, but true reading comprehension begins earlier, with understanding meaning. Before children can read words, they are already
Talking to Your Child about our Difficult World
In today’s intricate and often distressing world, parents and caregivers are tasked with the significant challenge of discussing global issues with children. Our very own, Dr. Amanda Gummer recently presented a webinar (embedded below) which provides invaluable advice on how
How Play Builds Language and Communication Skills
When parents think about supporting children’s learning, literacy is often top of the list. Reading, phonics, spelling and “getting ready for school” can quickly become sources of pressure, particularly in the early years. It’s easy to feel that children need