Helping Your Child Transition Back to School
Children all over the country have finally returned to school for the start of a new academic year after almost six months at home, a time of mixed emotions for…
Supporting Your Child As Lockdown Dials Down
Supporting Your Child As Lockdown Dials Down After what feels like an eternity, Covid restrictions are gradually being lifted across the UK. Whilst this is a good thing for everyone,…
How to Host a Virtual Playdate
The closure of schools and new social distancing have made it difficult for children to stay in touch with their friends or going to playdates. In addition, adding extra pressure…
What makes a child confident?
In general, confident kids feel happier and more secure in social situations. Confidence makes it easier for kids to put their hands up in the classroom and helps them to…
Six super tips to stop negative self-talk
“I’m stupid”, “I’m not good at this”, “I can’t do it”. From time to time all children will have negative views about their own abilities. As a parent, it can…
How to help your child join in at a party
Everyone wants their child to have fun, make friends and join in at parties. For some children, however, this is easier said than done. Fear, anxiety and shyness can make…
5 ways to encourage your child to be more independent
With the start of term just days away, many 4-year-olds across the country will be starting school. This can be a daunting prospect for children and parents alike. Suddenly you…
10 ways to improve your child’s confidence
A lack of confidence can impact on your child in a variety of ways. They may find it difficult to make friends, find social situations tough or they could struggle…
How does singing and sensory play benefit your toddler?
As well as being a lot of fun, singing and sensory play can be incredibly beneficial for toddlers. From helping to improve their language skills to calming them down and…
Top tips to motivate your kids to try new foods!
"I'm not eating that!" Who's hungry? It's time to eat! How do you find mealtimes in your family? We all know a fussy eater and the struggle and frustration are…
Summer lovin, had us a blast! Yes, that’s right at Summer Camp, Stanley Halls!
Summer Camp Lovin' Can you tell we love Stanley Halls? We've been spending a lot of time there all summer! As you know, we've been shouting about our fantastic Summer…
Animal magic! Pets for children are a great idea! Here’s why…
"Can I have a pet please?" So your little one is asking for a pet, perhaps you already have one and are considering a move from a small animal to…