by Anne-Marie | Jul 15, 2026 | Education
Learning to read is one of the most significant milestones in a child’s education. While phonics provides the foundations for decoding unfamiliar words, another important part of reading success is developing automatic recognition of high frequency words. These...
by Anne-Marie | Jul 15, 2026 | Education
Getting ready for school may seem like a simple part of the day, but it is actually one of the first and most important opportunities children have to develop essential life skills. From finding their school shoes to remembering their PE kit, the morning routine...
by Anne-Marie | Jul 8, 2026 | Education
In a world filled with screens, notifications and fast-moving information, helping children slow down and pay attention can be increasingly challenging. Yet one simple activity can make a remarkable difference: nature photography. Whether a child is using a...
by Anne-Marie | Jul 1, 2026 | Education
Cloud spotting might seem like a simple pastime, but it can be one of the most engaging and educational geography activities for children. Whether you are lying in the garden on a sunny afternoon, looking out of a classroom window, or taking a walk through the local...
by Anne-Marie | Jun 23, 2026 | Education
The way adults respond to children’s efforts can have a profound impact on how they view learning, challenges and their own abilities. Whether at home, in school or during tutoring sessions, praise and feedback help shape a child’s confidence, motivation...
by Anne-Marie | Jun 11, 2026 | Education
Written by Georgie, SEND Tutor and Mentor at Bristol Tutors Having worked in SEND education for many years, most of the pupils I work with have ADHD. Although diagnoses are becoming more common, there is still a lot of misunderstanding about what ADHD actually is....
