Taking advice from the government’s website, if you get any of the following you could be eligible for free school meals for your children. Income support Income-based job seekers allowance Income-related employment and support allowance Support under part VI of the immigration and Asylum Act 1999 The guaranteed element of Pension Credit Child Tax Credit […]
The signs and symptoms of dyslexia differ from person to person. Each individual with the condition will have a unique pattern of strengths and weaknesses. Symptoms Problems learning the names and sounds of letters Spelling that is unpredictable and inconsistent Putting letters and figures the wrong way around, such as writing ‘6’ instead of ‘9’, […]
No matter how hard you try, it is possible that your child may struggle academically during their primary school career. To tackle this, we have compiled a number of different strategies from the PBS parent’s organisation. Take a break – If your child says ‘I can’t do it!’ and throws the pencil down, take a […]
New ironed shirts and shiny new shoes can only point to one thing – it’s September and time to go back to school. For the little one it can be a nerve-racking time of year and for parents it can be stressful and straining. For those in need of support and guidance, we have compiled […]
Attention and concentration difficulties are very common in primary school-aged children. There are a number of behaviours which are easy to spot in your child, including: the inability to sit still, difficulty following instruction or completing work, problems behaving, or the inability to resist distraction. These attention and concentration difficulties can have a significant impact […]
Helping your child with their homework can be a really good way to encourage their learning and maximise their potential. The BBC have compiled an extensive list of top tips which you can use when working with your child on their homework, here are a few of our favourites: • Find a quiet place at […]
For the best information regarding home schooling your child, Child Law Advice (a registered charity) offers an extensive repertoire of advice. Whilst a full-time primary education is compulsory for children aged between 4-11, as a parent you have the ability to provide this education at home for as long as you wish – providing that […]
To answer this question, we have taken advice from former West London headteacher James Clements, whose job heavily involved encouraging parents to maximise their children’s success. Below are a few of his tips that can help your child thrive at school. 1. Be engaged with the school Research suggests that the children of parents who […]