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Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies rehearsal at the Noodle Performance Arts

September 18, 2024 Cat Allen 1 Comment shows

You’ll thank me in the long run…

Our aim is to introduce the performing arts to children, to build confidence and self-reliance, creativity and adaptability – all traits needed in later life within their professional and social futures.

point of view technology

June 26, 2024 Jenny McCloskey 21 Comments

Is it a smart move to ditch the ‘smart’ phone?

77% of parents of primary age children back a ban on smartphones for under-16s, 83% say that smartphones are harmful to children, and 96% think the minimum age for social media should be 16 rather than 14.

Apologies for mum | photo by Toa Heftiba

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January 15, 2024 Cat Allen 6 Comments

Mind Your Manners

Manners are essential, and we react negatively when people don’t display them. As a parent, I would prefer my children to be polite and well behaved in public and in school, and save any bad behaviour for home.

Elmscot and Woodlands Day Nursery on a forest trip

childcare point of view

January 10, 2024 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Elmscot Ltd

Preparing Today’s Children for Tomorrow

Early Years professionals are calling for active outdoor play to be prioritised and more time spent in nature – particularly wild countryside – to address concerns about children’s mental health issues.

Little girl with a tablet Photo: Hal Gatewood. Unsplash

point of view psychology for parents

November 6, 2023 Cat Allen 1 Comment

Generation Stress

When I grew up we were not exposed to the constant barrage of news and information that now floods our homes 24 hours a day and available to our children at the click of a remote or the swipe of a finger.

education point of view

September 27, 2023 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Altrincham, Altrincham Preparatory School

Altrincham Prep: A Letter from the Chairman

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.

education point of view

September 8, 2023 Sam Gibbons 0 Comments Manchester High School for Girls

Manchester High School for Girls: The role of happiness

Empowering young girls is a collective responsibility. By investing in education and promoting happiness and self-worth, we can create an environment where girls can thrive and reach their full potential.

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February 6, 2023 Tony Gardiner 0 Comments

The State and The Family

In the light of a new campaign started by Princess of Wales, M&D Magazine asked Tony Gardiner, an educator, a father and a grandfather to share his thoughts about early education and parenthood.

activities point of view

December 22, 2022 Cat Allen 3 Comments

Dedication, that’s what you need…

Flitting from one extracurricular activity to another doesn’t gain you solid skills, build friendships, or develop a passion. Dedication on the other hand is a skill young people will take through life, in whatever career they chose.

lifestyle point of view

November 9, 2022 Elizabeth Wingert 8 Comments charity, pet care

I’m not just for Christmas…

How many times have you seen the RSPCA advert that a dog is for life and not just for Christmas? Cats are the same, the life expectancy of a cat is 20 years plus, so the cute fluffy kitten that you see on social media or better still in a rescue such as with us at Cheshire Cats Rescue will grow up!!

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September 27, 2022 Simon Antwis 2 Comments bullying, choosing the school

Wellbeing and Mental Health: Questions for Schools Open Days

With many schools having their open days through the autumn, a Headteacher advises on the questions parents should be asking when visiting schools on open days and what answers they should expect.