Schooling

Why in the British school system a good school might be better than an outstanding school

This blog on the British school systemmight be controversial but I speak from personal experience. I have experimented first hand that an outstanding school is often (not always) more interested in academic results at the expense of its students’ wellbeing, not just mental health in broad terms but also physical health. My son went to an outstanding secondary school last year that was…
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Books

Book of the week: A Year in Impressionism

Impressionism is by far my favourite art genre and I already own a considerable amount of books about this fascinating artistic movement. A new book A Year in Impressionism, published in hardback by Prestelin October, is a great addition to my personal library and would make a great gift to any art lover. A Year in Impressionism is the perfect gift for anyone interested…
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Get Creative

Unique Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding

I love weddings! I have organised my own one and filmed friends’ celebrations so over the years I gained some experience to the point that I wanted to become a wedding planner. Wedding planning can be as exciting as it is stressful. Knowing your budget from the start and using tricks and tips to stay on budget can make the planning go more smoothly. There are so many things to consider when…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 3 DVD copies of March of the Penguins 2: The Next Step

A decade after the release of his Academy Award®-winning documentary March of the Penguins, filmmaker Luc Jacquet returns to the Antarctic to bring you the heartwarming tale of a first-time father and his newborn chick as they learn to thrive in the world’s harshest conditions.To celebrate the release of March of the Penguins 2: The Next Step, we have teamed up with Lionsgate Home…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 copies of The Littlest Reindeer DVD

The Littlest Reindeer is anew favourite Christmas classic movie for the whole family and isavailable on DVD and Digital Download from 29th October 2018. Five London Mums have the chance to win a copy in time for Christmas. Read below how simple it is to enter this competition. Join the adorably ambitious “littlest reindeer”, Elliot, this Christmas as he sets his sights on…
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Competitions

Big Halloween giveaway! Win a Deluxe Star Wars costume bundle worth £200

Star Wars is one of the most beloved blockbuster series of all time. The space opera epic has been on our screens since 1977, and the new generation of films means that the series has never been more popular. In perfect timing for Halloween, this year Rubies and Jedi-Robe.com are offering a lucky winner the chance to get their hands on an officially licensed Star Wars costume bundle, worth £200…
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Movies

Film review: Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween is an entertaining family movie that says what’s on the till. It is scaryenoughfor a Halloween themed party but it is also quite funny which makes it suitable for the whole family to watch.Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween is released in the UK on the 19thOctober 2018. The story Halloween comes to life in a brand-new comedy…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 Smallfoot merchandising bundles to get Yeti to school!

Get yeti to go on a mythical adventure with the magical Smallfoot, which hits UK cinemas October 12thby winning one of fiveSmallfoot merchandising bundles.These hairy, not scary, bundles include; a Smallfoot furry notebook, a hairy yeti pen and a watch, to ensure you get to class on time. An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast…
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Competitions

Win £80 worth of Claire’s vouchers to spend in store and raise awareness for Bullying Prevention Month 2018

International anti-cyberbullying foundation Cybersmile, have joined forces with Claire’s for Bullying Prevention Month 2018, linking in with their #ClairesCares campaign in an effort to tackle the crisis, as well as to provide tips and advice for parents, young people and carers, about how to deal with all types of bullying and abuse online. As part of the #ClairesCarescampaign London…
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Movies

Best Kids’ Monster Films

Not all monsters have to be scary, and that’s true in Smallfoot, which turns the legend of the yeti on its head. In Smallfoot, yeti Migo (Channing Tatum) discovers a human (or Smallfoot) – the one thing he thought could never really exist. To celebrate the release of Smallfoot on 12thOctober 2018, we’re looking at the five best monster films for kids. Monsters Inc In order to power the…
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