Learning at Home

In Key Stage One English, children learn about verbs. A verb is a word that tells us what someone or something is doing. In “The cat ran away”, the verb is “ran”. Verbs can also tell us what someone can do: in “I can dance”, the verb is “da

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably come across the term “Waldorf”, especially in connection with kindergartens. So what exactly is a Waldorf school?

The whole world has now had a glimpse of learning at home. What many experienced during the pandemic wasn’t the same as the journey a home-educating family is on, but it did show how invaluable a few well-chosen resources can be. Here are o

All humans are different, so it’s no surprise that all children are too. We learn differently and get excited by different things. If your child is struggling with maths – particularly times tables – hands-on learning could really help.

Home education is an increasingly popular choice for parents who want a learning experience tailored to their children. It can also bring its own challenges. Here are seven common ones, and some ideas for solving them.

Before we made marks, we made sounds. Storytelling predates any form of written communication – the histories of entire civilisations were passed down through stories. While we no longer pass on history this way, storytelling remains one of

Observation is more than simply noticing something. It’s something we all begin doing intuitively in childhood. All science begins with close observation and direct experience of the physical world. From that foundation, children can gather

Parents and teachers: if you’re looking for a more effective, stress-free way for your Key Stage One child to learn maths, hands-on learning could be the answer.

Children learn from many different activities and teaching styles, and the best approach always depends on the child. But many children find that hands-on learning helps them retain information deeply.

We still see the written word in art and signage, but our handwriting is slowly fading. Yet there’s something special about it. A handwritten letter takes time – it can’t be typed and filed away. It asks the reader to pause, and to hold som