Help your child have a great start to the school year →

January 31, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Communication, education, Happiness, Independence, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, Seperation, Starting School, Starting Term

Every child will encounter a mix of excitement and anxiety at the start of a new school year. Gail Smith shares tips on actions you can take to ease the pressure for your child and let them know you are navigating this journey together.

Enjoyable reasons to rest and celebrate family after Christmas:

January 03, 2024 by Gail Smith in Children, Christmas, Education, Family, Gratitude, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Relax, school, School Holidays

After a bustling year and festive celebrations, now it’s time to savour the leisurely days of summer with your family. Read on for inspiring ideas to enrich those family experiences.

Christmas Home Decorations - Rituals And Happy Memories

December 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, creative, Emotions, Experiences, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Friendship, Parenting, Personality, Positive Behaviour, School Holidays, school

The home environment takes on a special magic for your child. Here are some thoughts about how your efforts in decorating for Christmas can have long-term value and memory-making moments for your children.

Why formal education is so important

December 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Education, Family, Friendship, Positive Behaviour, Personality, school, Safety

From time to time people come up with the argument that formal school does not have value and that education at home could be adequate. Here are 8 reasons why formal education is essential for children.

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.

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.

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.

Navigating the Emotional Roller coaster: Supporting Parents with Children at School

August 08, 2023 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, education, Emotions, Experiences, Friendship, Happiness, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving, school, Stress

For some children, school can be challenging on many different levels. This blog aims to provide emotional support and practical strategies for parents to navigate the ups and downs of their children's school lives.

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.

What about our so-called underachievers?

May 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, tasks

Here are some reflections to help your child if they feel they are underachieving:

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.

How to motivate your child to learn

November 02, 2022 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Education, Family, Father, Learning, Mother, Parenting, Personality, Positive Behaviour, Problem Solving, Reading, school, teacher, Writing

Motivating your child to learn can be quite challenging, here’s a few parenting tips on how to keep your child motivated to learn inside and outside of the classroom.

How to get the best from your child’s teacher

August 20, 2022 by Gail Smith in Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Father, Learning, Mother, Negotiation, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, teacher

It makes sense that as a parent you feel confident and that you are in a solid relationship with your child’s teacher. It is important to your teacher, and child also. There are many factors that go into running a school and teaching. Parents are naturally emotional when it comes to their children, so if you have any concerns, you’ll have a better chance of being heard when you are calm and responsibly talk about concerns with your child’s teacher.

Set small goals to set success.

July 29, 2022 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school

It is well known that success breeds success and the more a child feels capable and experiences success they quickly build their confidence which feeds into more success. A child’s daily experiences can help build confidence and encourage further achievement if they are more likely to try new things.

Strengthening a child’s interest and endurance with reading

July 09, 2022 by Gail Smith in Children, creative, education, Experiences, Parenting, Raising Boys, Raising girls, school, teacher, Reading

It can be a fine line between pushing the child to read and gently setting the scene to help them. Reading is vital in a child’s development and learning. Here’s some tips to encourage reading at home.