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…

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…

I was born in 1988 (yep, I’m 31 now) which made me a true 90s kid. I got those baby years out of the way in the late 80s, and I was ready to embrace all the weird and wacky things the decade had to offer kids. And boy, was it a weird 10 years! The fashion, the music, the toys.. the 90s really had it all! It also had the best kids tvs shows and some of the best Disney movies. I got to play outside in our two, ride my bike, climb trees. I honestly don’t feel sad that we didn’t have a computer in my house until…

Many children do not realize the hard work their mother puts into their care until they become a parent themselves. Mother’s Day is a special day of the year that is set aside to honor mothers and the many sacrifices they make. The woman who gave birth to you deserves the best treatment every day, but especially on Mother’s Day. Credit 5 Ways to Treat Your Mom on Mother’s Day No matter your age, your mother will always consider you to be her baby. You were formed in her womb and are a part of her. When Mother’s Day comes along, it is sometimes difficult for people to know how…

There is an ongoing debate amongst parents and educational professionals as to whether or not a single-sex or co-educational learning environment is better in the long run for the child. At the end of the day, it comes down to what parents think would be most appropriate for their own child, depending on a variety of different circumstances. I have teamed up with St Chris, a school in Letchworth Garden City, to explore the benefits of a co-educational learning environment. Credit In adult life men and women must communicate on a daily basis, so it’s good for children to get used to interacting with the opposite gender long before they…