All “Parenting” articles

A place at an academically selective private senior school is the holy grail for many parents.

Elective home education is when parents opt for an alternative to traditional full-time school-based education for their children.

‘I want to keep home educating after lockdown. What do I need to know?’ We help with a home schooling question.

Private tutors help prepare children for 11+ grammar school assessments and other entrance exams but tuition is often not needed.

This issue of 'Ask Our Expert' sees our education consultants advise on home schooling, school fees, managing family life and more

How parents can help their children during the days and weeks of revision in the run up to public examinations.

Fragile X is an inherited genetic syndrome which results in learning and behavioural difficulty, associated with Autism.

Tutors focus on academic growth while mentors enhance happiness and overall wellbeing. Here's the key difference between the two.

Holidays with an SEN child must take in the needs of family, but don’t be ambitious; it is exhausting for everyone. Here are tips.

Where to find SEN school uniforms and autism friendly shoes, laces for dyspraxic children and clothing for sensory difficulties.

We asked our team of writers and education consultants to name some of their current favourite books for children.

11+ revision courses are for pupils in years 5 & 6 who sit entrance exams for grammar school. Is an 11+ revision course necessary?

Understanding triggers of challenging behaviour like aggression, self-harm and ‘acting out’ is key. Read how to help manage these.

Tom Wayman, Deputy Head Pastoral at Wellington College, describes the culture of wellbeing at his school.

Private tutoring might be a waste of time and money. Read our dos and don’ts on how to get your money's worth on private tuition.

This issue of 'Ask our expert' sees our education consultant advise an anxious parent on reading.

If having your own private tutor feels a step too far, consider a tuition centre where children do set work under supervision.

Here our education consultant gives some key pointers to a family looking to leave Hong Kong and return to the UK

Parents of children with SEN may need more time off work than others; you have the right to flexible working. Find out more here.

Can’t find a tutor in your area? There are a number of reasons why online tuition is increasingly the preferred option.

We’ve asked our team of education consultants and writers for their top book recommendations to buy for children this Christmas.

Fun clubs and activities for children with SEN include woodland games, fire lighting, den building, green woodworking and more.

The period leading up to A levels can be a tricky time in the family home. Here are our top tips for parents ahead of exam season.

Professionals agree that siblings of special needs children can suffer emotional impacts; evidence suggests it’s not all negative.

Research shows adopted children experience higher rates of emotional and behavioural needs which require more support in school.

Alternative schools provide an option for parents who do not want their children to be educated in mainstream schools.

Can you plot your child’s every step on their journey through school? We take a look at education planning.

Flying with a SEN child can be stressful but with planning you can make the airport experience much easier. Here are some tips.

Gender dysphoria causes distress because there is a mismatch between biological sex and gender. Here’s how adults can help.

Parenting a child with PDA requires patience and understanding. Experts say remain calm, avoid direct demands and provide choices.

Attachment disorder symptoms in children include low self-esteem, lack of trust, difficult behaviour, and mood swings.

Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder describes defects from exposure to alcohol before birth. Here’s how to support children with FASD

When children live overseas during formative years in a country other than their own, they are called third culture kids (TCKs).

Parents see tutoring as an advantage; more educational professionals say it may harm kids. Some dos & don'ts of private tutoring.

Social stories can help children with autism to understand everyday events and so prevent meltdowns. Learn more from our experts.

We asked our team of writers and education consultants to name some of their current favourite books for children.

Puberty is a challenge for everybody, but for girls with special needs it can be confusing, worrying, scary. Here’s how to support

Are single sex schools better than coeducational? Both have their supporters and critics. We weigh up the options.

Parents’ evenings are a rare chance to sit face-to-face with teachers and find out exactly how your child is faring.