GCSE Maths Resits Explained: What Parents Need to Know. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Kassy Ware, a seasoned writer and blogger with over a decade of experience in parenting, education, and curriculum. Kassy will explain how GCSE Maths resits work, why students may need to retake the exam, and how parents can support them without adding extra pressure. From creating a realistic revision plan to rebuilding confidence and finding additional support, this article offers practical guidance to help students prepare for their resit and move forward with…
GCSE Results Didn’t Go as Planned? Practical Next Steps for Students and Parents
GCSE Results Didn’t Go as Planned? Practical Next Steps for Students and Parents. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Kassy Ware, a seasoned writer and blogger with over a decade of experience in parenting, education, and curriculum. Kassy will be exploring practical advice on understanding your results, exploring your post-16 options, considering reviews or retakes, and supporting young people through this important stage. Whether you’re a student looking for reassurance or a parent wanting to know how best to help, this article offers clear, supportive guidance to help…
Why Develop Foundational Skills In Kids And How To Do It
Why Develop Foundational Skills in Kids And How To Do It. Hello everyone, I hope yo are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Chitra Khanna. Chira is the Content Strategist at KLAY Schools, leading content creation focused on early childhood education and parenting. Raising kids is like building a house: you want a solid foundation. Foundational skills are the building blocks of a child’s growth and learning. They include basic cognitive, motor, and social skills that help kids tackle future challenges with confidence. The earlier children develop these skills, the better they adapt to…
Early Hearing Assessment In School Children Is Vital
Early Hearing Assessment In School Children Is Vital. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Dr Sebastian Hendricks, consultant in paediatric audiovestibular medicine at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and Medical Director (Hearing) of Thomson Screening. Dr Hendricks will explore why all schools need to think about their students hearing. Undiagnosed hearing loss, even mild hearing loss, can lead to behavioural issues and reduced learning outcomes, as Jordan’s story illustrates. (The story is real, but the children’s names have been changed). Early Hearing Assessment In School Children Is…
How To Choose The Right 11 Plus Maths Tutor For Your Child?
How To Choose The Right 11 Plus Maths Tutor For Your Child? Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Kassy Ware, a seasoned writer and blogger with over a decade of experience in parenting, education, and curriculum. Kassy will explore essential guidelines on choosing the right 11 plus maths tutor for your child. Parents must understand how to select the most suitable Maths tutors for their child’s 11 Plus preparation. The 11 Plus exams are highly competitive and significantly impact a child’s academic journey. Doing well in these entrance…
Five Inspiring Books For Children’s Mental Health Week
Five Inspiring Books For Children’s Mental Health Week. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a press release from The Works, exploring five inspirational books to read to your child ahead of Children’s Mental Health Week. Ahead of next week and Children’s Mental Health Week, Madeline O’Keefe, Children’s Book Buyer at The Works, has revealed her five book recommendations to read to children that will inspire them to understand “their voice matters”. Running from February 5 until the 11th, Children’s Mental Health Week is in its 10th year and this year is themed…
Identifying Undiagnosed Vision Or Hearing Impairments In Children
Identifying Undiagnosed Vision Or Hearing Impairments In Children. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Michael Ter-Berg, CEO of Thomson Screening. Michael will explore how unidentified vision or hearing impairments can hold students back and what schools can do about it. It is now thought that a large percentage of ‘learning difficulties’ could be due to hearing and/or vision impairments. According to the Cooper Institute, 60% of ‘problem learners’ may have vision problems. Additionally, several studies show that up to 40% of students who have been diagnosed with a…
Online Tutoring A Game-Changer for Exam Preparation
Online Tutoring: A Game-Changer for Exam Preparation. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Kassy Ware, a seasoned writer and blogger with over a decade of experience in parenting, education, and curriculum. Kassey will be exploring how online tutoring is a game-changer for exam preparation. Students take exams at almost every stage of their academics, but how well they prepare for it matters. It is always challenging for students to prepare for exams, whether regular assessments or entry tests. Going through each topic and learning all aspects gives students…
Expert Views On How To Handle Back To School Stresses
Expert Views On How To Handle Back To School Stresses. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Emma Taylor, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Lead at Wysa. Emma will share valuable insights on ways to support young individuals who may be struggling with their mental health. This is particularly important since a significant percentage of young people experience symptoms that require expert assistance. Therefore, her tips will help guide concerned individuals on how best to address the mental health needs of young people. Expert Views On How To…
Will Learning Communications Skills Enhance Our Children’s Future?
Will Learning Communications Skills Enhance Our Children’s Future? Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Angela Schofield. Angela is the oracy lead at the Excelsior Multi Academy Trust, which supports six schools in Birmingham. She will be discussing Sir Keir Starmer’s recent remarks regarding the significance of enhancing children’s education and eliminating obstacles to opportunities. Will Learning Communications Skills Enhance Our Children’s Future? In a major speech on education policy on 6th July 2023, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said that lacking communication skills is a “major barrier for…
Gamification Is Making Learning Maths Fun For Kids
Gamification Is Making Learning Maths Fun For Kids. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Jon Goga. Jon Goga is a maths tutor and founder of BrainySpinach Math. Jon will be looking at the five ways gamification makes learning maths fun for kids and how this can help you help your child. Not all children love maths (shocking, I know!), but almost every child loves gaming. Gamification offers an alternate way of learning and can foster a love of maths. Gamification Is Making Learning Maths Fun For Kids Lots…
Little Hands Learning New Investigator Boxes
Little Hands Learning New Investigator Boxes. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a press release about the Little Hands Learning New Investigator Boxes. A new range of subscription boxes aimed at children aged six and over. These educational boxes are designed to ensure children not only fall in love with reading. To retain that passion as they progress from picture stories to more complicated chapter books. Little Hands Learning New Investigator Boxes Little Hands Learning is launching, on Monday, 26th September 2022, a new range of subscription boxes aimed at children aged…
Books Support Your Child’s Mental Health
Books Support Your Child’s Mental Health. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Isabell Fisher. Isabell Fisher is a former teacher and co-founder of Little Hands Learning. Little Hands Learning is an educational and eco-friendly subscription box for children aged three to six. Isabell will share why books are a great way to support your child’s mental health and how to use them effectively to start tricky conversations and help children process difficult emotions. Books Support Your Child’s Mental Health At Little Hands Learning, we understand the importance of…
Five Things To Remember If You Want Your Child To Love Maths
Five Things To Remember If You Want Your Child To Love Maths. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Jon Goga, math tutor and founder of BrainySpinach Math. Jon will share five things to remember if you want your child to love maths. When a child struggles with math, it can be hard to catch up. If they lack confidence and don’t want to do anything math-related, that’s likely ‘Math Anxiety’ setting in. The sooner you can help your child overcome this obstacle, the easier their academic life will…
How To Give Your Child A Head Start At School
How To Give Your Child A Head Start At School. Hello everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing a guest post from Alex Hasell. Alex Hasell is a former teacher and co-founder of Little Hands Learning—an educational and eco-friendly subscription box for children aged three to six. Alex will be sharing five exciting and simple play activities that can be done at home with your child. These activities are designed to help enhance your child’s learning skills and give them a head start at school. With Alex’s guidance, you’ll be able to create a…
