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Do we need to worry about ‘summer learning loss’?
Also known as ‘the summer slide’ (which sounds like great fun until you realise it’s not play equipment), it is the theory that children lose skill...
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What makes a great school?
How am I here already? How is my little ‘but he’s just a baby’ boy starting school next September! There may be many of you in the same boat or may...
Are the Summer Holidays too long?
Love them or hate them the summer holidays are coming to an end. These are the holidays that are the longest in the school year and give a welcome break to teachers, parents and children but can for various reasons throw up a host of logistical headaches for parents.