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Help your teen manage exam nerves
It’s perfectly natural for your child to be worried about taking exams and how they will perform – you might even be a little worried...
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The Parents' Guide to
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9 effective tips on how to help your teen make the most out of study leave
Study leave is a period of time many schools and colleges give their students with the intention of them revising at home. This usually...
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Why learning to control stress is a lifelong gift
In small doses, stress can be a great motivator, helping us get things done. The problems set in when we experience high levels of stress...
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Health and wellbeing calendar - 25 / 50 daily tasks to improve wellbeing
Stress can’t be avoided but it can be managed and building mental resilience is key to this. Adopting small habits that promote wellbeing...
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How to help your child with their revision - five proven strategies
We want our children to do well in exams and effective revision plays a crucial role. Whilst you can’t revise for your child, there are...
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Revision timetables
A revision timetable is a plan for how your teen is going to cover all of their revision in time for their exams. There's no...
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Five practical ways to support your teen through university
Studying at university brings several changes to your child’s life. From moving away to starting new friendships, these new challenges...
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Options after school or college: helping your child decide
What your child chooses to do after sixth form (or college) is exciting but can be nerve-racking. There are lots of options available and...
The Parents' Guide to
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An introduction to T Levels - what are they and are they right for my child?
T Levels are a new sixth form qualification introduced in 2020, so we’re digging deep and finding out what they’re all about and what...
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How to help your teen choose the right university
If your teen’s heart is set on going to university after sixth form, then choosing the right university will be one of the most important...
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The Ultimate University Shopping List - help your child know what to take with them
If your teen’s leaving home in the autumn, you’ll want to make sure they have everything they need, from comfy bedding to pots and pans....
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How to help your child choose the right university course
With over 30,000 courses available the right course for your child is out there – it just might be tricky to find! But it’s your teen’s...
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Update on Ofsted investigation into sexual abuse in schools
On 10 June, Ofsted published its findings following the government’s request that it should conduct a review of safeguarding policies
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Stressed out teen? 10 quick ways to help them feel better
Updated August 2022 We’re all for nurturing healthy habits long term as the best way to build mental resilience, but there are times when...
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Free helpline to report sexual abuse in schools
The government has set up a dedicated NSPCC helpline number to support children and adults affected by sexual abuse and harassment in...
The Parents' Guide to
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Getting some fun out of the Easter holidays
1. Turn a walk into an adventure Turn a family walk into an adventure by finding a treasure trail near you. Crack clues along the route,...
The Parents' Guide to
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10 ways to help your teen focus by activating their senses
Help your teen get motivated, find focus, increase productivity, concentrate on their studies and manage exam stress
The Parents' Guide to
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How has the pandemic affected apprenticeships?
As a parent, you’re more likely to know about the university route to careers rather than the apprenticeship route.
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Helping your child make (the right) choices at 16
We’ve been looking at the daily survey app Parent Ping to find out what parents think about their teen’s choices after GCSE.
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A powerful way to improve your child’s mental health through Covid-19
2020 has been an unforgettable year and in many respects for all the wrong reasons. This year’s been especially tough on teenagers.
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