Often parents ask themselves what they can do if their children get sent home for not following the school’s policies. Here’s a simple Q&A for the frequently asked questions.Â
What should I do if I don’t like my child’s school’s curriculum?
Most schools will follow the National Curriculum and they are required by law to do that unless there is a good reason not to. If there is an…
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Based on solid scientific research and designed by experienced educators, the programme turns learning to read into a series of fun games and activities that are highly motivating for young children.Â
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How can you make a difference to your child’s summer learning?
Ah, the endless lazy days of summer! Our children’s lives often seem to be timetabled from breakfast to bedtime during term time. It’s great to have a change in routine, let them sleep in (if they ever will!), take a break from the schedule, and just relax. However, young brains still need stimulation. If you don’t want them…
My name is Joanna Gibbs and I am the founder and director of SENsational Tutors Ltd., a leading special educational needs tuition company in London. I believe that summer holidays are not only a great time for families to relax and bond but also a great opportunity to help boost confidence, inspire curiosity and develop a lifelong love of learning.
What is the summer slip?
Studies suggest that…
Many parents who have children with special educational needs consider home educating their child. While homeschooling may be the right option for the child involved, it’s essential you understand all it entails before you make a decision.Â
If you’re considering educating your child at home, as an alternative to a mainstream or autism school, make sure you establish the reasons why you may…
Private schools can provide high quality education for your child, but the benefits of private school come at a real cost. Private education evokes images of £30,000 a year tuition fees, with private school fees UK adding up to well over £150,000 for parents by the time the child turns 18. There are lots of different ways to pay for private school, however, you can avoid breaking the bank with…
At JK Educate, we are keen to share our many years of experience in education and help parents guide their children through the fundamental stages of school life.
As part of this service we deliver free talks for parents regarding key aspects of education, and our next talk will focus on the many changes being made to 11+ assessments over the next year or two.
11+ Talk for Parents
Katie Krais…
How is your child doing at school?
Many parents remain confused about how their child is doing at school; with the best of intentions, a short appointment at a parents’ evening and a standard school report cannot give them the full picture. To make informed decisions about their child’s future, and to be sure they are aiming for the senior school that will best suit them, parents need to know…
Holiday fun with reading!
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The Christmas holidays are the ideal time for family fun, great food, party games and outings. The learning needn’t stop at this time, but it should be kept fun and festive. Classic board games help improve word power, from Boggle to Scrabble to Articulate, and others such as Monopoly require numeracy (and cunning!).
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Puzzles, reading Christmas cracker…
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As an experienced educator, I know that parental involvement is key to children performing well at school. It can really make the difference between under-performance and success!
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Nature vs. nurture
Science has yet to identify the gene responsible for intelligence and there is disagreement about the amount of intelligence that is inherited. However, attributes such as hard work and…