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10 Tips for Getting your Child to Love Reading

A love of reading is a key factor in becoming a successful reader. The more your child enjoys reading, the more motivated they will be to read frequently, and so the more advanced their reading skills will become. In this blog, Rosie sets out 10 tips to help children to see reading as a pleasure, rather than a chore.

Rosie June, 2019

How to teach Phonics: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this blog, Rosie sets out a step-by-step guide to phonics: a method which teaches children to read by identifying the individual sounds in a word and blending them together.

Rosie May, 2019

Demystifying Phonics: A Parents’ Guide

In this blog, Rosie talks all things "Phonics", and sheds light on key terminology used by teachers, which some parents may find unfamiliar.

Rosie May, 2019

Primary home schooling: what should I teach?

The only legal obligation for parents who home school in the UK is to provide full-time education that suits the age, ability and aptitude of the child. The law does not stipulate which subjects should be taught or at what level. This blog provides information about the primary curriculum and recommends different approaches to primary teaching.

Rosie February, 2018

Home schooling and the law

One of the first things to think about when considering home schooling is the law: what are the legal requirements for home schooling and who is responsible for monitoring home education? This blog gives a brief overview of the current UK laws around home schooling.

Rosie February, 2018

My child is being bullied: is home schooling the right option?

An increasing number of people in the UK are choosing to home school their children due to problems with bullying in school. It is of course the natural reaction of a parent to want to move their child away from stressful or dangerous situations and shield them from harm. But is home schooling the right option for a child that is facing bullying?

Rosie February, 2018

How to teach GCSE mathematics at home

In this blog, Emma provides ten key points to help you successfully teach GCSE mathematics at home. It covers everything from researching the different exam boards to selecting resources and how to prepare for those all important examinations at the end of the course.

Emma December, 2017

Ten activities for home schooling maths

In this blog, Andrew outlines ten activities that will enhance your maths lessons. Use these ideas to help you create your short, medium and long-term plans.

Andrew September, 2017

The pros and cons of Home Education

The decision to home school your child can be a tricky one. This blog post outlines the pros and cons of home education to help you make the right choice.

Vanessa September, 2017

Top 10 activities for home schooling GCSE Maths

Here are John's top 10 activities to rekindle the mathematical spark in home schooling parents, and to inspire some awe and enthusiasm in their children.

John August, 2017

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