Be excited for your child as they attend school each day

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Appreciation, Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Friendship, Happiness, Independence, Learning, Memories, Parenting, school, Self Esteem

A school’s environment will have much to offer your child. This blog discusses the positive benefits you can expect from the school.

Your child needs your patience as they progress through school

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour

Patience is a vital virtue for parents with children in school, this blog states the reasons why.

Supporting your child’s individual learning style

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Education, Emotions, Independence, Learning, Parenting

This blog provides several reasons why supporting your child’s individual style will accelerate their learning.

What parents need to think about when our children go to school

September 25, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, Education, Experiences, Independence, Learning, Parenting

This blog contains several important considerations that you should keep in mind to support your child's education and overall wellbeing.

Teach your child about life from outside the classroom

September 22, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, creative, Education, Experiences, Learning, Parenting

Teaching children about learning beyond the classroom is essential for their overall development. Here are 8 simple steps for parents to assist their children in learning outside of school.

Seven ideas to help your child with homework

September 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, Education, Laughter, Learning, Parenting

Here are 7 creative ideas to make the task of homework meaningful and enjoyable.

Six great ideas that parents can use to build their child's interest in learning:

September 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, Education, Experiences, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving, school

Here are six great ideas that parents can use to build their child's interest in learning.

What really makes a great school

September 13, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Decision Making, Education, Emotions, Independence, Learning, Memories, Parenting, Starting School, teacher

We all want the best for our child's education. Here are some suggestions on what makes a great school.

Tips for busy parents who need to keep in touch with the school

August 22, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Communication, Education, Parenting, school

This blog aims to help busy parents foster a strong connection with their child's school and education.

Six ideas to help children focus on learning rather than just completing work

August 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, creative, Education, Learning, Parenting, Reading, school

Here are six different ways to promote deeper learning.

A happy classroom is a healthy place in which to learn

June 13, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Education, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, school, teacher

A classroom is a happy place where learning happens. Here are some ways to help your child with feeling happier and settled at school.

How to get the best from your child's teacher

May 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Parenting, teacher, Appreciation

Read some suggestions on how you could plan a productive time with your child’s teacher.

9 ideas to get the term off to a good start

April 28, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Family, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school

Here are 9 parenting ideas that can help kick the term off to a good start.

Parent involvement reaps all the benefits

April 21, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Education, Experiences, Family, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, Starting School, teacher

As a parent, it is crucial to be involved in your child’s schooling and learning. Here are some outcomes when you show interest in your child’s schooling.

At what age should a child start at school?

April 21, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Decision Making, Education, Learning, Parenting, school, Starting School

The question of what age to start school has always been tough and debatable. Here are some thoughts about the suitability of school for your child.

10 strategies to get the best from school as the year begins

February 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Independence, Parenting, school, Starting School

Here's 10 tips on how to listen and encourage your child through the normal processes of the school year.

A few thoughts about what your child wants from school this year

February 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Family, Independence, Learning, Parenting, school, Starting School

The school year can be challenging. Here are some suggestions for parents to positively support their child throughout the school year.

8 dos and don'ts as your child starts school

February 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Education, Parenting, Starting School, teacher

School starting back can be a challenging, uncertain time. Here’s a few important tips to help you and your child smoothly adjust into Term 1.

Learning about being responsible

December 28, 2022 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Education, Family, Independence, Parenting, Raising Boys, Raising girls, tasks

Responsibility is a part of our makeup and challenges us throughout life. Here are some parenting tips to positively introduce responsibility to your child.

What to think about at this stage of the school year

December 08, 2022 by Gail Smith in Children, Education, Emotions, Family, Memories, Parenting

This school year is coming to an end. Here are some parenting suggestions to prepare and positively embrace change with your child.