Blog Posts tagged Homework

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How to deal with homework problems

by Anita Naik

If your child's homework stresses you, you're not alone. A survey of 2,000 parents found that 34% of parents of primary school children and 44% of parents of secondary school children felt they could not help with their child's homework. At the same time, according to National Numeracy, 23% of paren...

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Managing school anxiety this academic year

by Anita Naik

With back-to-school comes a range of academic and social pressures. A 2024 survey has revealed that 28% of 12-18-year-olds in the UK have avoided school in the past year due to anxiety. Half reported avoiding school and lessons because they could not cope, and 13% skipped school to avoid feeling anx...

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Helping children to speak up in class

by Anita Naik

Children who are shy or reluctant to speak up in class can often miss out on crucial learning, either by being unable to express their knowledge gaps or clarify their ideas with others. This is why helping your child find their voice in class can be empowering and can contribute to their overall suc...

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7 brilliant websites and apps to help with homework

by Anita Naik

It can be challenging to help your child with homework, especially if they keep telling you you're not explaining it correctly. The good news is there is a range of websites and apps that can help you to help them. Here's what you need to know.

BBC Bitesize

BBC Bitesize is a fantastic site writ...

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5 Skills to Develop Over Summer

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

While the summer holidays offer students time off from the regular routine of school, it's also the ideal time to improve academic skills like reading and even job skills to increase one's chances of getting accepted into a university. Here's a list of 5 skills to develop over the summer.

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