Are nurseries the best childcare choice?
Dr Amanda Gummer shares her thoughts in response to a new study which found that kids who attend nursery display better social and every day skills.
November 29, 2016
Tag Archive: childcare
Free Childcare for Parents to Double
Parents are always striving to do what is best for their family and the announcement that free childcare for parents is to double in England is, on the surface, very appealing. Those who follow a parent-centred parenting approach to family life know that happy parents are able to be strong role models for their children…
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June 2, 2015
Grandparents and grandchildren – the best thing since sliced bread?
With grandparents doing an increasing amount of childcare, it is worth looking at the benefit of inter-generational play to young children. Whilst there are many benefits of letting children play with peers and siblings, and quality time with primary care-givers is precious, grandparents offer another, equally valuable influence on children’s development. Whilst…
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September 13, 2014