Ideas for Early Years and Key Stage One Children

As a mum and teacher sharing music and dance with my children has always been a complete joy. Music is an inclusive activity that is...

The Summer break can sometimes feel a little long, especially if the weather isn't that great. I love the outdoors, but occasionally...

Getting little ones prepared for starting school can make the whole process easier for them and easier for you. Fear of the unknown can...

Here are a few ideas for the holidays. Make the most of every moment and just have fun!

Vocabulary is critical for developing communication skills and language. A child with limited vocabulary will struggle to develop self...

Resilience is all about coping with life's up and downs; how to bounce back and to understand that sometimes life is challenging. ...

Father's Day coming up, so here are a few card ideas you might like to try!

A child with confidence is a wonderful thing; therefore as adults, it is one of the most precious things we can instil into our children....

Weather is a little unpredictable at the moment, so why not make the best of it. Remember there's no such thing as bad weather, just the...

I get a lot of parents ask me about writing; when children should be doing it? Are their children behind? How can I encourage them to...

Easter just around the corner now and here are a few fun ideas you might like to try. Happy Easter, enjoy the holidays!

One year ago today we were a week into Lockdown. I was out running, thinking about friends that were worried about their children. How...

In recent weeks much has been said about 'lost learning.' But really, is there any such thing? How can you lose something you have never...

Mother's Day is next weekend and a wonderful opportunity for little ones to create something very special for their Mum or indeed, any...

School is on the agenda for next week and children may well be feeling a mixing pot of emotions. While some children may be keen to get...

World Book Day 2021 is on the 4th March. Whether you're at home or in school why not celebrate the joy of books and enjoy the day. Here...

The half term break is nearly over and as we are about to start a new term, many are anxious about what that might bring. For me, I will...

A full half term in lock down and for everyone it’s been tough. Parents, teachers, children, everyone has had to change the way they work...

Hello and welcome to the launch of my new website and my very first blog post. I’m really excited to share with you lots of new ideas and...