Cycling to school used to be really common. Almost everybody rode their bikes to school. These days only 1% of primary aged children cycle to school. However, it’s really a great way to make the school run a bit more fun, a bit more sociable, and it might even make things easier for you in […]
Tips to keep your little one reading through the holidays
Reading can help to improve your little one’s vocabulary, language and listening skills. It also captures their imaginations and expands their understanding of the world around them. There are many developmental benefits to reading, but it’s also fun! It’s a great idea to encourage your children to read, but some children find it difficult to […]
How to keep a routine at home during the school holidays
School holidays are exciting times. Your children might have plans to stay up late, or sleep in, but as a parent, you know that those plans aren’t always necessarily the best for them. It’s a good idea to keep their routine in place, but how do you keep a good routine at home during the […]
How to keep a daily routine with kids at home
We’ve all been spending a lot of time at home recently, and this past term the kids have been back at home again. By this point, with the best intentions of Lockdown 1 being a distant memory, you may be struggling to stick to a routine with your kids, or give them enough structure in […]
Dealing with emotions about your child starting school
When your child is starting school for the first time it can be a huge emotional wrench. However much you think you may have prepared yourself, walking away from school and leaving your little one in the care of someone else can be hard. You’re not alone though… most parents feel emotional when […]
