3 signs it’s time to change your career
The decision to veer from your chosen career path can be one of the most difficult you’ll ever make. For many people, the idea of … Read more
Education
Primary School Handwriting Essentials
Despite the use of digital devices amongst children, handwriting is still an essential skill for pupils to learn in primary school and one that they … Read more
How to find the right childcare for you
When you have children, nothing quite prepares you for the enormity of your new role and it can often feel overwhelming. Then, just when you … Read more
Treads shoes, now for girls!!
I dread buying school shoes! The kids spend most of the week wearing them, so investing in a pair that are hard wearing, look great … Read more
5 Ways to Celebrate World Book Day at Home
Today marks the 22nd anniversary of World Book Day – one of my favourite days as a child. Nothing beats the feeling of being able … Read more
Making the UK more autism friendly with Autism Hour
Back in July, Morrisons Supermarket launched a ‘quiet hour’ for autistic shoppers who struggle with music and noise, joining The Entertainer toy shop that also holds … Read more
Money lessons – getting the kids in the know
At school children are taught the importance of numbers, which coins are worth what and how to add, subtract, divide and multiply. But what kids … Read more
National Citizen Service (NCS) – giving teens the opportunity to shine!!
I was first introduced to National Citizen Service (NCS) by hearing an advert on the radio and immediately thought it was such a great idea. We … Read more
#iwill – Making social action part of life for 10-20 year-olds
Having got two children through their teenage years and with another going through it, there is one thing that frustrates me no-end. Lack of meaningful … Read more
The thing about school league tables…….
An article appeared on my facebook timeline last night that I was genuinely troubled by. England’s worst schools revealed….. The article, written by the Daily … Read more
