Choosing a boarding school is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and it deserves careful, unhurried thought. The brochures can only tell you so much. Understanding what to look for – and what questions to ask – makes the difference between…
One of the main aims of a preparatory school is to prepare children for entrance into independent senior schools aged 11 or 13. When choosing a prep school for your child, one of the things you should consider is the curriculum, as this determines what…
You don’t have to be bilingual to help your child learn a second language; there are other ways you can demonstrate your support and assist with their learning without necessarily being skilled in that particular subject. It’s certainly wise not to dismiss your child’s language…
Everyone has a different way of learning and absorbing information; some of us prefer hands-on activities, while others excel at reading and writing. It’s a good idea for parents to try and gauge an understanding of how their child learns best so that you can…
In the summer of 2018, over 27% of UK college students were accepted to go to University, and the trends are looking as though they could increase. Moving away to University can be a big step for both you and your child, as they take…
There’s nothing better to introduce your child to than books. And a love for reading. And what better way to keep them wanting more than a personalised book, that explains the meaning behind their name and date of birth? The Story Tailors, who specialise in…
It’s easy to get your child involved in art, craft and other creative fields, but it takes some effort to get them to enjoy science-oriented subjects. Be it for school, a future career or just to have a better understanding of how the world works,…
I’m not a homeschooling mother (hell no, I need my alone-time and I have limited patience – though I have UTMOST respect for mums who choose to homeschool), but I try and incorporate a love for learning outside of the classroom. Partly because I genuinely…
I have written about technology and Little Man before – about how I am one of those mums that eventually easily gives in to the television/ phone/ kindle/ i-pad to keep my energetic son entertained. While I would like to believe otherwise, electronics are the…
*This is a guest post by Kevin Doyle, co-founder of Toys Advisors blog. Being a father himself to a son and a daughter, he knows the ins and outs of choosing toys that help toddlers learn and grow through play. Toddlers are little discoverers who…
