For the majority of us parents, we didn’t sign up to remote learning. It’s something that has to be done for most parents and children at the moment, and it’s not all been bad. We know we’re lucky compared to…
Not all children enjoy school. Not all children find it easy. Some work hard and want to do well, but don’t enjoy certain parts of the work they have to do. It’s also often harder to get children doing school…
We’re into the Chirstmas holidays and it’s been the weirdest winter term so far. Our school is lucky – there’s been no bubbles sent home, no isolations as far as I know. Being a small school in a rural area,…
With half term seeming like ages away, and Christmas only a couple of weeks away, it feels like year 5 is rushing away from us. It’s good for all of us for the routine of school to be continuing in…
I can’t believe I forgot my October School Days round up. There was lots going on, although maybe less than normal. With Covid restrictions, it means no parents going into school for the usual events and open days for end…
Find out how a visual stress test and understanding Irlen syndrome has helped N’s reading. (*Ad – contains affiliate links) N’s never been a fan of reading. Everyone says children will get there, but not all do enjoy reading, however…
Not every child likes sports, but it’s my belief that the more sport and physical activities the better. Research supports getting children outside and doing more physical activity, and there has to be something suitable for everyone. They just need…
I can’t believe this is N’s 6th year at school. He’s in year 5 and that means next September we’ll be applying for secondary schools for him. Although we’ve got a year, I’d rather do some thinking now so we’re…
There’s always lots of advice when your children first start school. But often you never find out the really useful tips until you’re a few years in. By the end of primary school you’re a pro and all your school…
We’re a month into year 5 and school days are going ok. N seems positive despite all the changes. I think really all the bubbles and segregation and smaller groups suits him quite well. After school clubs means he gets…
Despite everything changing with this upcoming school year, to be a bit unknown, I’m feeling quite relaxed about it. Well, maybe a bit too relaxed. The whole preparing for back to school has been a little bit ignored really, thinking…
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