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It’s time for the nativity school play, but not every child is jumping up and down shouting “Pick me, pick me!” This story is for those who worst nightmare is standing on a school stage dressed in a curtain or a sheet with a tea-towel on their heads. We feel your pain. Here is our […]
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Got a tummy bug at home? We have all been there and they are impossible to avoid. And then you have kids and it gets 1000 times worse. They never seem able to hit the bowl. Or make it to the toilet in time. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve cleaned up the
Tummy bug. Two words that pour dread into the heart of every parent. And with winter upon us and Christmas just around the corner, we have already fallen victim to the usual coughs, colds and sneezes. But there is nothing like a good old tummy bug to throw the whole family out for a week!
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Ensuring that there are regular chores for my kids to do is not a walk in the park. There are days that I could easily give up. But having regular, simple, everyday chores are important to a child’s wellbeing, growth and sense of responsibility. And it can also help to give you a break too.
Finding easy chores for kids to do is not a waste of time. It’s natural to find yourself doing everything around the home because it’s easier, quicker and more efficient. And it also removes what can be a major source of friction in families. But by giving simple and achievable chores to kids, you are
Bonfire night activities don’t need to be expensive or elaborate. You can create a magical experience for the whole family by keeping it simple and fun. Here is our story… You can read the first part of this story here… Be Safe on Bonfire Night – read safety guidelines here Bonfire Night Activities: Keeping it
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It’s Bonfire Night! Fireworks, sparklers, a sign that winter is nearly here and Christmas is on its way. But you don’t need to go to a big bonfire night display to have a great time. A night in the garden with a few sparklers and a load of laughter can be just as memorable. Here
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Researching, visiting and choosing a high school with your child is both exciting and terrifying. And it can also be a little sad as you look back over the last decade with your child and remember all the firsts and lasts that have already come and gone. Here is our story… You can read the
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Navigating the high school open days is the first part of your journey to apply for a high school. They can be big, overwhelming and exhausting. But also fun, magical and exciting. Here is our story… This story is part of our school series. When High School Feels Enormous! Tomos (Aged 10) It’s really big.
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I’m happy to say that our first trip to Legoland Windsor as a family was a success. With a range of rides to suit the whole family (and a husband willing to take on the spinning one), it was a day to remember. Here is our story… You can read the first part of this
