Education
In the age of social media, technical devices, and instant gratification, many children have low attention spans, which makes it a challenge for teachers to keep their class engaged and paying attention.
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Scientific research has demonstrated that frequent regular periods spent in natural settings improve mental and physical health. Also research demonstrates that happy, engaged children learn better in all areas of the curriculum. Surely the logical conclusion is to take our children’s learning outside!
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An independent school in Cheshire offers an insight into the rolie of parents and teachers in helping children with transitioning from primary to secondary education.
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Homework at primary school is often a given, with roughly 90% of schools setting some sort of homework. Many parents judge the effectiveness of a school by the amount of homework set. But how often have you stopped to consider the purpose of homework and whether its perceived benefits have evidence to back them up?
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While larger independent schools often boast extensive facilities and a wide range of extracurricular activities, smaller preparatory schools offer distinct advantages that can profoundly impact your child’s development and educational experience.
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For many families, independent schools are an attractive option, often more affordable than expected. Small class sizes allow for more individual attention in early years when reading, writing and arithmetic are being learned for the first time.
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If your child is about to start school, one of the things on your mind is how that change from being at home or nursery to a school setting will make them, and you, feel. With some simple steps it will help the transition go a lot smoother… See our First Day of School Checklist!
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Top tips from Rebecca Ginger, the founder of Fables World, on how with a simple deck of cards you could make maths more fun and enjoyable for kids.
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The Manchester Grammar School has developed a wide range of free-to-access online academic courses for pupils both within the school and beyond to make high-quality learning accessible to more pupils.
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The individual approach is the most effective one when teaching mathematics. A class of 30 kids of different abilities cannot be taught a subject well… In my experience, children make the best progress if they are allowed to work at their own pace. Some can fly through the programme, while others need more time and repetitive work to master a topic.
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All schools have a duty to make sure that their pupils have the best, broadest and most engaging experience that they can provide, says the chairman of Altrincham Preparatory School for Boys.
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