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…

In recent years, smart phones and other modern technology have become a key source of entertainment for both adults and children. While having many advantages, this obsession with technology has led to many psychological and physical issues. That’s why extracurricular activities are so important for children. I have teamed up with Taunton School to explore the benefits of extracurricular activities. Credit Confidence & Social Skills Extracurricular activities are a great way for your children to make new friends with other students that have similar interests. They will develop various important social skills, including respect for others and teamwork. Being surrounded by new people, in a new environment with be a…

It’s normal for adults to feel unhappy and stressed at work from time to time. When this happens for an extended period, we apply for new opportunities and move on. With that in mind, we can’t possibly expect our children to be completely happy at school throughout their entire childhood. There will be times when something is upsetting them, causing them to be anxious or making them feel distressed. There are many reasons why your child might not be totally happy at school, from academic burdens, limited support from teachers or even bullying. Often the signs will be obvious; your child might come home crying if they have fallen out…

A child’s study environment plays a huge role in their ability to learn and retain information, so it’s important for parents to help set up a well-designed space for homework and exam revision. There are lots of factors to consider when setting up a study space, and lighting is something that should not go amiss. Mill Hill School have put together the following advice for parents who want to create a suitable environment in their home for their children, which will help them perform better in school. Task Lighting Table lamps are a great form of task lighting because they brighten up the desk space where the studying takes place.…