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World Book Day 2013 Costume ideas.

Posted on February 24, 2013 by

Ideas for World Book Day Outfits 2013 It is almost that time of year again – World Book Day. On the 7th March 2013, school children across the UK are encouraged to dress up as a favourite book character. When … Continue reading →

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ITV Tuition programme – The Best Start in Life?

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

http://www.itv.com/news/2012-11-08/the-best-start-in-life/ Like many people I watched the ITV programme The Best Start in Life tonight. Being a teacher/tutor myself I had a specific interest but found myself responding to it more as a mother than an educational professional. I own … Continue reading →

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Reluctant Readers?

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

We all know what an important skill reading is but what can you do if your child is a reluctant reader?  Many children simply do not choose to read for pleasure and, despite their parents’ best efforts, are extremely resistant … Continue reading →

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Entrance Exam Preparation at Kip McGrath Urmston

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

Choosing a tutor for your child’s Entrance Exam Preparation can be a headache! Here is an outline of the standard of service and details of tuition you will receive from Kip McGrath Urmston. A free and detailed assessment is, as … Continue reading →

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Children suffer Nature Deficit Disorder

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

Kids need to play out! New report from the BBC highlighting that outdoor play helps learning. A report by the BBC today highlights the detrimental effect of children having restricted access to nature. I have previously blogged on this issue … Continue reading →

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Literacy Stalling in UK Schools

Posted on March 15, 2012 by

Yet more negative news about progress in UK schools England is being overtaken by other leading nations because progress on literacy has stalled, says chief schools inspector Sir Michael Wilshaw. Reading standards have not improved since 2005, he told BBC … Continue reading →

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Supersize Primary Schools coming soon!

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

Supersize Primaries with over 1000 pupils are set to become a feature of the British Educational landscape as schools struggle to cope with a sharp rise in the birth rate. By 2015 there will be an extra 445,000 pupils in … Continue reading →

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Does technology rule your kids’ lives?

Posted on March 10, 2012 by
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