To get the most out of your child’s education it is important to evaluate the way they spend their time outside the classroom. Lifestyle choices play a major role in your child’s ability to concentrate, process information and retain knowledge. Factors such as diet, sleep and exercise all impact cognitive performance and can make all […]
The Benefits of Extra-Curricular Activities for Children
Childhood is a time of rapid academic and personal development as children are forging their personalities and figuring out their strengths. Extra-curricular activities are a great way for children to explore new interests and develop skills along the way. Although unstructured play and downtime is important, dedicating some time to extra-curricular pursuits brings a host […]
Exploring Creative Writing With Your Child
Giving your child as many opportunities as possible to explore creative writing will not only help hone their reading and writing skills and vocabulary range, but also give them a chance to use their imagination and creativity. They might also find it a good outlet for expressing their thoughts and feelings. Read on for some […]
What Are STEM Subjects?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. It encompasses a wide variety of specific subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Design and Technology, Information and Communication Technology, Computer Science, Geography and Economics. Studying STEM subjects will help develop your child’s innate curiosity in the world and equip them with a number of important skills, […]
The Importance of Pastoral Care in Schools
To thrive at school, children need to be supported academically, physically, and emotionally, and this is why an efficient pastoral care system within schools is so important. Pastoral care refers to the system in place in schools to care for children’s overall wellbeing, in conjunction with their academic progress. Here an independent day school […]