Why play is important Play improves the cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being of children and young people. Through play,

For most children, school break times are the highlight of the school day. But according to a long term study

When you are at a loss on activities for youngsters that do not involve tablets, phones, and other tech thingamajigs, then you might like to consider outdoor play.

When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is

  A new study from the Advertising Standards Authority has revealed that between 2013 and 2017 children’s exposure to TV ads has

Many parents who are trying to make healthier choices for their children are being misled by high sugar foods claiming to be healthy snacks.

Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of

Edited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other

In the media, there is a lot of speculation about the effects of different parenting styles on children and even

Many of us have an image in our head of the perfect, cosy Christmas – decorating our homes, putting up

When you are at a loss on activities for youngsters that do not involve tablets, phones, and other tech thingamajigs, then you might like to consider outdoor play.

So…have you got that slime out of your carpet yet? Thrown out the old fidget spinners? Hoovered up the last

One of the biggest myths about playing is that it is a waste of time unless it has a purpose.

They grow up so quickly, don’t they? And as much as we resign ourselves to buying new shoes and clothes

The older children get, the smaller and more expensive their requests seem to become! As a result, you may need

If you're worried about the safety of slime, remember it can be a learning tool for kids and making it at home can provide many educational opportunities!

There’s nothing I love more than getting my children outside – even when it’s raining. In fact, we particularly like

Check out our survival guide on getting the entire summer holidays with the kids! Find inspiration for play ideas and activities to enjoy with your child!

Children can learn new skills, have fun, play and develop self-confidence by spending time in the garden tending plants and growing their own food.

Active games for energetic toddlers Toddlers are positively buzzing with energy most of the time! Here are some simple activities

When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is

Edited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other

Fortnite is quickly taking over the world as the most popular video game but what is it and should my child be playing it?

(Pssst….you don’t even need to download an app for these!)   You can’t escape from it, even if you want

The Children’s Commissioner urges both schools and parents to prepare children with adequate skills before venturing into social media  

Take a look at these Approved and Recommended Apps from the Good App Guide to help support children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)

Facebook has announced a new partnership with charities, Childnet International and the Diana Award, to help combat cyberbullying

Car journeys can be challenging with children; boredom soon sets in and the whinges and choruses of ‘are we nearly

We take a look at the Snapchat Bullying Game and Tinder-Like App Parents Need to Know About to protect their children online.

Sexting is becoming increasingly common amongst teenagers today and whilst it may seem like harmless fun to them, they must know of the risks involved.

Why play is important Play improves the cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being of children and young people. Through play,

For most children, school break times are the highlight of the school day. But according to a long term study

When you are at a loss on activities for youngsters that do not involve tablets, phones, and other tech thingamajigs, then you might like to consider outdoor play.

When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is

Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of

Edited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other

There are some amazing people out there who didn’t let dyslexia get in the way of being awesome. And neither should your child.

Making friends can be tricky for a child with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), one of the most common conditions in childhood.

There’s nothing I love more than getting my children outside – even when it’s raining. In fact, we particularly like

We spoke to one teacher to discuss the importance of adopting inclusive education in mainstream schools and the benefits of it.

Why play is important Play improves the cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being of children and young people. Through play,

When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is

  A new study from the Advertising Standards Authority has revealed that between 2013 and 2017 children’s exposure to TV ads has

Many parents who are trying to make healthier choices for their children are being misled by high sugar foods claiming to be healthy snacks.

Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of

In the media, there is a lot of speculation about the effects of different parenting styles on children and even

Many of us have an image in our head of the perfect, cosy Christmas – decorating our homes, putting up

Editor: Anna Taylor   I am a teacher, and the other day I watched a wonderful assembly that was the

There are some amazing people out there who didn’t let dyslexia get in the way of being awesome. And neither should your child.

Bedtime battles are never easy, especially after a long day, so let us take a look at some ideas which can make it a lot easier for you and your child.