Showing posts with label Education and Parenting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Education and Parenting. Show all posts

12/10/2019


We've all been there: school crushes, peer pressure, acne breakouts, hormonal changes, and a host of other things that made us confused, scared, and excited all at once. We're all survivors of that phase in life called adolescence.

But we're the lucky ones, we should admit. It's because not everyone who goes through adolescence breezed through it.

Many people fall victim to depression and had to find means to cope with all the stress this phase brings, such as finding help from a clinic that provides dialectal behavior therapy in Westport, CT and other areas. This helps find a resolution to all the negative feelings a teen has. 

If you're a parent and you don't want your adolescent teens to suffer the same fate, you have a lot of work to do. Thankfully, there are some simple ways to help them survive such a challenging phase. Read on to learn about these tips.

12/06/2019




Your child’s birthday is within a month. You probably did no planning to create that special day for your child. As parents, the two of you are busy professionals throughout the day. The frustration is mounting as you slowly approach your child’s birthday party. Life is complicated in today’s world. We understand your situation. However, there is no need to panic. Let us provide you with a few quick suggestions to liven up your child’s birthday party while being the envy in your neighborhood.

London is a cosmopolitan city. It welcomes people from all different walks of life or those coming from different parts of the globe. This is why many students choose to study here, not only because of the world-class education, but also the attractive meetings of cultures. However, you have to admit the fact that the city can be quite expensive, and that is a constant that you will need to deal with. That does not mean, though, that you will just go with the flow. There are many ways to go against the expensive current; you should be looking at the right places, and you should come up with methods that will help you reduce living costs.

If you are going to live here for a long time as a student, you will discover that there are a lot of things that will help you get through each day without spending a lot of money. Other than finding good but affordable London accommodations, here are some of the hacks you may want to keep in mind:

11/19/2019


Parenting today is not the same as it used to be. In fact, today’s parents are faced with many challenges that previous generations did not have to contend with. What are some of these challenges and how to overcome them? Let us go over these and consider them on a case-by-case basis.

The first and foremost of these childcare challenges is the fact that more households today have two working parents. That leaves no one to take care of the children. The trend for both the father and the mother to work is one that is bound to continue due to social and economic reasons. Additionally, people are retiring at later ages. That makes it more difficult for the grandparents to take care of the kids.

11/08/2019


International schools can offer a number of benefits to your child’s education and personal development. These include learning new languages, improved social skills, access to enhanced extra-curricular activities and better career opportunities.

When deciding on the best educational institution for your child, there can be a lot to think about. That is why Orchard House School have put together the following information for parents who are considering an international school…


The daily pressures of school and home, life can sometimes get on top of your children and cause them to feel overwhelmed. Between schoolwork, homework, chores and a busy social life, your child may struggle to maintain a balanced schedule, which can lead to stress and anxiety.

The good news is, there are some simple steps you can take as a parent to relieve some of these daily pressures and help your child to keep on track.

Read on for three easy tips from The Manor Preparatory School to help your child maintain a stress-free and balanced lifestyle…

11/07/2019


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With the state of the world the way it is, you may feel like you have no control over your life, or the lives of your loved ones. It's especially scary to think that there's little you can do to protect your children or help to keep them safe.

But I'm here to tell you: that does not have to be the case. There are, in fact, several tools at your disposal to make kids' safety not only possible, but easy. And you have technology to thank for it! Here are just a few of your options:

11/06/2019


A great teacher that incorporates great teaching methods are the most critical component of a student’s success. That’s why Teach to One Math relies on their teacher's talents because of they are the instruments that help children love the subject. Thus, this teaching the company enables better experiences and a more professional environment that is more collaborative, rewarding, and sustainable when compared with a traditional classroom set-up. Read on below to see the primary differences that set at Tech to One classroom apart:

10/15/2019


School isn’t the only place where children can learn. In fact, parents are a child’s first teacher and educational activities can be explored in the home, without feeling like a classroom lesson. If you’re unsure where to start with home learning, here are some tips from a private primary school in Spain.

If your youngster has a smart phone, tablet or computer, it’s likely they can and do access the internet on a regular basis. Whilst this is great for them in many ways, such as providing a platform for learning and communication, it can also be quite dangerous. This is particularly true for naïve, vulnerable children. That’s why it’s so important for parents to discuss internet safety with their kids. Read on for some tips from a British school in Spain.

10/09/2019

It is important for parents to encourage good study habits in children as early as possible. Getting into good habits from the start will benefit your child when the subjects become harder and the workload gets heavier. Studying may not be at the top of your child’s priorities; however you can help to make this time more enjoyable by following these three helpful strategies from Holy Cross School…


Starting a new school and making new friends is always a challenging time for children. Some children are naturally sociable and soon pair up with classmates, while others suffer from shyness and take slightly longer to form friendships.

If you are concerned that your child is finding it hard to make friends, here is some helpful advice from Cokethorpe School on how to help your child develop their social skills…

In primary school, children are split into small maths groups or ‘sets’ according to their ability. This is usually done within the same classroom and taught by one teacher, but each set has to complete different maths tasks based on their academic ability.

Being put in the wrong maths set can be demotivating for children, especially if they’re put in a set lower than they were expecting. However, the majority of primary schools try to disguise set levels by using group names such as red, yellow and green, instead of top, middle or bottom groups. This avoids unhelpful comparisons between children and parents.

9/19/2019


Over the years there has been lots of discussion around the subject of how diet can affect your child’s education.  A leading, international independent school based in Alicante understands and promotes the importance of the right diet for your child to help support your child’s performance in school.

While the intake of food is vital for proper performance, many of the widely available and popular snacks and foods are actually hindering children’s abilities to learn. Foods that are loaded with sugars, caffeine, chemicals, and sodium are leaving children tired and unfocused.  As well as affecting your child’s learning it also has a significant impact on their behaviour and mood.


Slipping grades are not always an accurate indication of how hard your child is trying, how much they are learning, or what their potential for success later on in life is. With this in mind, we should not overreact but what should we be doing as parents?

A highly successful, international, independent school in Marbella suggests the following advice on what to consider and how you can support your child…

9/12/2019


There are many benefits to outdoor learning; so many in fact, that it might surprise you. It’s a broad term, but in most prep schools it essentially involves exploration of the natural world, experimenting, going on adventures and discovering new things that cannot be found indoors.

Not all young people are lucky enough to have their own garden, so the availability of outdoor learning at school gives them the opportunity to play outside and get some fresh air and exercise in a safe and controlled environment.  Children often have too much exposure to smartphones, tablets and other digital devices, which might actually lead to both physical and psychological issues. As well as supporting the school curriculum, outdoor learning can also involve activities such as:

8/20/2019


High school is one of the most memorable and marvelous phases that your child can get into. It will allow them to identify themselves properly. They will be able to meet a diverse set of people that will teach them more about life. Some of them can even become their closest friends who will help your kid realize their strengths and potential. But before your kid can finally be in high school, there are some stages that they will need to go through. And one of them is the entrance test. Many parents think that the entrance test can be just as easy as periodical tests, but in reality, it can be quite challenging.

You ought to take entrance tests seriously, and your kid must understand that, too. Preparation is the key, which is sometimes wrongly perceived as being strict. At this point, you have to show your child that you are a supportive parent. You need to make them feel that you are someone they can lean on. Whether your kid is eyeing a science high school or an international school admission in Manila, here are some of the pointers that will help your kid ace the test.

7/24/2019


People raising a child alone are as commonplace phenomenon now as a full family. And it will be extremely wrong to assume that they are completely focused on their careers and kids. Very often, people after thirty with a child look great, take care of themselves, wanna some adventure in daily life. They are keenly interested in other people, not just in diapers, powders, school notebooks, and toys.

Despite the child and the presence of life experience, such people also want to see some new things, to build relationships, they want romance and maybe something more serious. There is no need to avoid such people. Here are some tips on how to date people over 30 with a child.

7/16/2019


Many parents worry that their children will be influenced by the infamous peer pressure. Young people in particular tend to be more vulnerable to peer pressure, although it can get adults into trouble too. This is because they want to fit in and be part of the popular crowd. Below are some tips from an independent day school in London to help parents understand how to teach their kids to resist peer pressure.

7/09/2019


Choosing a university course is a huge decision for teenagers and one that can affect the rest of their lives. Not only is it a major financial investment, it also helps prepare young people for their future career. With that said, it’s important for parents to get involved with the decision making process to help ease the pressure. A senior school in Surrey have put together the following information for parents who are unsure how to help their child determine which course is best.