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Independent Schools: Are They Worth it and What Type to Choose?

Are you wondering whether to send your kid to one of the UK's many independent schools? Keep reading to find out all of the benefits and what to consider.

The Top 6 Benefits of Bilingualism

Read about the advantages and disadvantages of speaking two languages and discover our top 6 benefits of bilingualism.

What Do I Need to Know About The Young Enterprise Scheme?

The Young Enterprise Scheme is a promising social endeavour helping millions of children. Read on to find out more.

How to Deal With a Difficult Teenager: Our Top Tips

What’s more difficult than being a teenager? Being the parent of a teenager! Read on for some useful tips if you need help with a difficult teenager.

Top Techniques for Tackling Tantrums Every Parent Needs to Know

Tantrums are inevitable if you have a toddler. But you can reduce their frequency or even stop them with some simple techniques which we'll share with you.

Predicted Grades Lower Than Entry Requirements? Here's What to Do

Sometimes things don’t go according to plan. Find out how you can support your child if their predicted grades don't match university entry requirements.

How to Spot Dysgraphia in Children

Are you wondering if your child might have dysgraphia? Here, we’ll outline the common signs of dysgraphia and how to spot them in children.

How to Teach Yourself a Language: Our Top Tips

When was the last time you really challenged yourself and got your brain cells working? Here you'll discover how to teach yourself a language.

Online Risks for Kids: How Can Parents Ensure Safety?

COVID triggered a massive surge in internet usage, especially for kids. Here’s a list of ways to make sure your kids are safe when browsing the internet.

How Does Digital Divide in Education Affect Our Children?

The digital divide in education has been made even worse due to the pandemic. We look at what it is, how it impacts children, and how we can help fix it.

How to Deal With Bullying: A Parents' Guide

Are you looking for help with bullying at school? We understand it is challenging as a parent to deal with it and want to offer some practical advice.

How to Fight Failure At School

Failure is a part of life whether we like it or not. Find out here how to embrace failure and achieve ultimate academic success.

All About International Literacy Day!

8th September is International Literacy Day. Find out all about it and why it’s so important right here.

5 Ways to Fall in Love with History

Learning doesn’t happen just in the classroom. If you’d like to spark an interest in history in your kids, take a look at our top tips!

6 Reasons Why You Should Love Biology

Biology isn’t just a fascinating subject, it can also set children up for success in the future. Find out how right here.