School readiness – preparing your child for Reception Class

School readiness…its something you’ll probably hear quite a lot if you have a child who is preparing to start Reception Class in September, but what does it actually mean??

How can we, as parents, make sure that we are helping and not hindering when preparing our 4 year olds for big school?

Most of my Teaching career was spent teaching Reception, and so this is something I thought long and hard about when passing on information to Parents. What would I hope, as their Teacher, they could do already? What sort of things would I discuss in the Parents meetings for new starters? Where would my expectations be bearing in mind I don’t yet know the children or what level they are at?

Unlike parenting high school children, where you may find yourself embarking on a Tutor Hunt - Its not what you might expect….

The Benefits of Moodboards in Early Childhood Education

 There are many learning and teaching tools available to parents and educators, one of them being moodboards. A moodboard is an interactive, visual display (sometimes called a working wall)  that combines colours, textures, and images to support different lessons and learning objectives. Moodboards have become popular over the past few years because of their ability to improve engagement and comprehension, allowing young children to express ideas, emotions and concepts in a way that engages their senses and fosters creativity. Their versatile nature helps them address several developmental areas simultaneously, making them valuable assets in early childhood settings and classrooms.

 

How We Chose Our First Family Ski Holiday

 

Planning our first family ski holiday felt like an exciting yet slightly overwhelming task. With so many resorts, accommodation options, and travel logistics to think about, we quickly realised that choosing the perfect destination and digs would involve a lot of research and careful consideration. Here's how we made our decision and why we think it might turn out out to be the best holiday we've ever had...