Mathematical Story Books for KS1 children

Mathematical Story Books for KS1 children

The first words out of my son’s mouth at school pick up last night were “Have you got any money?”  My indignation at such a greeting was quickly dispelled by the realisation that both my children were desperate to visit the school book fair.  Squeezing into the hall,...
Learning maths through family Board Games

Learning maths through family Board Games

There are many sources of learning in the home and learning maths through family board games is a great place to start! I always put a lot of thought in to buying presents, and the teacher in me just can’t resist choosing a child’s gift that sneaks in some learning...
School Anxiety: How to best support your child

School Anxiety: How to best support your child

As we dig out the warmer coats and wellies, memories of the summer holidays fade and we well and truly feel ‘back in the swing of it’.  The school year still feels unfamiliar and new, and the routine of school is not a welcome route through the changing seasons. For...