This is a collaborative post When you compare an optimist to a pessimist, you find that optimists are less likely to become depressed and tend to do better in school and work. They are also a lot more resilient. Optimism as a whole is the source of happiness, success and good health. As a parent, …
This is a collaborative post Spelling and grammar are taught from the very beginning of literacy in schools. Students are expected to master this by the time they reach year 6, in order to move on to more complex topics in secondary school. It creates the foundation for strong writing, which is needed for exams …
This is a collaborative post Helping your child boost their imagination is about more than just giving them extra time to play or introducing them to colouring. When you notice your child using a stick as a sword or putting their hand to their ear to speak on their imaginary phone, this is actually a …
This is a collaborative post Encouraging your child to express gratitude will help them have a healthy attitude towards life because they will naturally start to appreciate the good that comes their way rather than dwelling on the bad. There are lots of ways you can explore gratitude with your child, as discussed below by …
This is a collaborative post The problem that lots of children have when it comes to their education is that they find classroom learning quite boring, which puts them off learning in general. The good news is that learning doesn’t have to be limited to the classroom and should extend to other aspects of life. …
This is a collaborative post Gradually becoming more independent and doing more activities and tasks without a parent’s help is an important part of growing up. However, this requires confidence and self-reliance, which don’t always come naturally to children. Lots of parents want their kids to stay young forever, but it’s important to help equip …
This is a collaborative post Pastoral care is an important element of any school as it ensures the welfare of every pupil. Without decent pastoral care, students are unlikely to reach their full potential academically, as they will be distracted by other issues. I have teamed up with a private school in Essex to help …
