How to Encourage Children to Write
Encouraging children to write is a wonderful way to nurture creativity, communication and cognitive development. Writing is not only essential for academic success, it also allows children to express themselves, develop fine motor skills and explore their imaginations. Here’s an
Practical advice for children and parents when adapting to a new school
The end of a school year can mean a move to a new school for some children. While this transition marks a significant change, it also opens doors to new experiences and growth, and with the right strategies, the shift
How can parents recognise and address mental health issues in children?
Good mental health is just as important as good physical health and we all want our children to grow up happy and healthy, but unfortunately, anxiety and depression are on the rise in both adults and children. It can be
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?
The Importance of Spending Time with Family
Our time is the most valuable gift we can give our children and it’s key to their development, but in the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of simply spending time together as a
Nurturing Boys in Modern Society
The current debate as to who has it tougher, girls or boys misses the point. It's essential to recognise that both boys and girls face unique challenges. Pitting the genders against each other fuels the problem. Rather than viewing it as
How to Improve Your Child’s Social Skills
What are Social Skills? Social skills are the key to connecting with others – speaking and understanding, using words and actions. They help kids make friends, grasp feelings, and do well in groups. In this article, we'll explore these skills, their
How to help your child make friends
For many of us, our biggest worry is our little one struggling to make friends or feeling left out. We want them to be able to socialise and form meaningful friendships – after all, human beings thrive on companionship. Sadly as
Why schools are banning children from having a best friend
In primary school, children are starting to really care about being accepted by their peers. ‘Best friends’ are key in playground dynamics; although they can change on a daily basis! Several schools in America and Europe have recently introduced a policy