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What are the Benefits of a House System at School?*
When thinking about houses at school most of us are reminded of Harry Potters famous Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff. But what are the real benefits of a house system at a school? St Hildas School, a private girls school in Hertfordshire, has done some research to help us all learn more about it. Credit House systems work by dividing the pupils into a certain amount of teams each with their own team name. These can be based on anything including colours, names of trees, local landmarks and inspirational people. Each house has a leader and siblings are often kept in the same house when possible. Pupils are then offered…
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The Benefits of the Duke of Edinburgh Award*
Anyone remember that Inbetween’s episode about the Duke of Edinburgh Award? I do vividly because I remember laughing out loud as it brought back memories of my own DoEA experience. I only ever did the bronze but it was an achievement in itself for this flute playing drama geek! But it was a lot of fun! I remember doing a residence trip in the Lake District and learning to canoe! Credit If your child is interested in doing the Duke of Edinburgh Award, it’s worth exploring the pros and cons to help you decide if it’s a good option for them. There are many benefits for students taking part in…
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A Quick Guide to Freshening Up Your Interior*
Having a beautiful home interior doesn’t always have to come with an expensive price tag – in reality, you can achieve it with no stress on your wallet. By investing your money in a few key pieces and then working to a budget for everything else can give your home a high end feel. Here are a few tips that could help you achieve that; Decide on that Key Piece When redecorating on a budget, decide on a key piece to splash out on. Perhaps it’s a new bed, or table for the dining room, or perhaps look at tradition cast iron radiators that would draw the eye as a…
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Money-Saving Tips You Can Teach Your Child*
Alongside the education your child will get from school, learning from their parents the importance of ongoings and everyday life is crucial, and teaching your child the value of money (and spending it wisely) can be an invaluable lesson for them in later life, strengthened only when taught from an early age. Here are some great ways to teach your child about money-saving. Starting small Buying your child a piggy bank or money box as a starting point is a way to get them saving for something they want, and teaches them the benefits of patience in a tangible and fun way. In fact, many banks offer colourful coin-counters and…
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5 Things to Do With an Old Smartphone*
You probably have an old smartphone that’s collecting dust in your drawer. Why not take it out, give it a new lease in life, and perhaps make some money? Here’s how: Credit Sell or Trade It In For Cash From something that you don’t need to something you can use, selling your old smartphone is a great way to earn money. Gather up the adapter, cable, accessories and box and you can sell them on popular online marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay or Craigslist. Take a few clear photos of your phone so buyers will have an idea of its condition. Then, wait for queries and when the price is…
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Moving House Without Losing Your Mind*
Did you know that moving house is considered one of the most stressful life events you can face? If you’re lucky it can all move forward without too many hitches, never leaving you panicking about finding somewhere to live, but it still brings with it a whole job’s worth of admin, stress and sleepless nights, not to mention the expense! There are ways to help it go smoother though, between taking time out from the move all together and dividing jobs, you might be able to enjoy the big transition. Here are a couple of those ways that can help you get through it without too much of a headache;…
