Category: Family

Hey everyone, Something a little different from me today. Now I don’t often talk about money on my blog but obviously its a very important part of life. We need money to survive and to be able to get the things we want and need. We all know that this can come with a huge…

Staying motivated is something we all struggle with from time to time. Sometimes we just can’t be bothered to do the laundry or cook a fancy meal, and that’s ok, as long as it doesn’t have a huge negative impact on your life. If your child is showing signs of unwillingness to learn or go…

One of your key responsibilities as a parent is to raise a child who is polite and respectful towards others. No-one likes to think of their child being cheeky or disregarding the rules, but this can certainly happen without the right guidance. I have teamed up with a senior school in the West Midlands to…

Writing is an important skill, not just for school students but throughout life. It’s something that can be practised and improved upon overtime, and some people are naturally better than it than others. If you are looking for ways to help your child develop their writing skills, here are some tips from a prep school…

As a parent, we fall into the habit of doing everything for our children which can be difficult to change as they get a bit older. However, it’s important to give your child some independence – let them take the reins by equipping them with basic life skills from a young age. After all, there…

Children have the urge to be creative from a very young age. They’re curious, inquisitive and want to see that creativity grow through play time, craft and arts activities. While they’d be keen to get stuck in, they still need guidance to be able to learn how to express themselves and use their time productively. …

Mindfulness is a venture a lot of adults are beginning to take up as part of their daily routines in order to take a break from their busy schedules. There’s been a lot of research into doing mindfulness on a regular basis that’s linked to improved mental health, a positive mindset and a deeper connection…

For children, finding their key interests and what makes them happy is the way of allowing them to grow confidence, self-esteem and to have a more positive outlook. As your child learns and grows, they’ll find that what they’re interested in changes, but their passions tend to remain, and you can help them find these…

Reading is a hugely exciting activity children should get stuck into, while ultimately improving their English writing skills, boosting creativity and allowing them to learn more about vocabulary and sentence structure. For ways of bringing your child up surrounded by books, here are some top tips from an English language consultancy.  Give your child books…