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Parenting
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The importance of role play
Role play is a big part of being a kid - but there's a lot more to it than just donning a firefighter's hat and pretending to be the hero. Here are six valuable skills your child learns through role play.
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Review: Marlborough House School
An exceptional all-round prep school in Hawkhurst, where the focus is on nurture and a high standard of teaching - oh and they're developing their facilities too! Sounds like a recipe for happy boys and girls...
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Choosing a nursery?
We asked eight respected local heads to give their TOP TIPS for parents starting out on their child's educational journey. Here's the experts' list of the most important things to consider...
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Open Days: 7 top tips
We've put our hand up in class and asked 7 top head teachers to give one ULTIMATE tip each to help you get the most out of school Open Days
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Debate: single-sex schools
Got a son and wondering about schooling? We wade into an age-old debate. Is single-sex school education best? (Discuss).
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Why schools NEED music
Think the core subjects are all that matters? This head teacher's words might make you think again...(she's even got Einstein on her side)
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‘Growth Mindset’: explained
Are these the 2 most important words in education? Find out what this phrase actually means for your kids...
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Is single school education best? (discuss)
The single sex versus co-ed school debate. People feel strongly about it don’t they?! As someone with an older brother and therefore constantly around boys as a tween, I loved the escape of my all girl’s school, where I could parade my dodgy hair and spots in peace. But I know even from my own […]
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