Children’s Sleep Guide for Parents: Building healthy sleep habits
Children’s Sleep Guide for Parents: Building healthy sleep habits It is easy to see how homework can affect learning, but sleep often sits quietly in the background until something goes wrong. For school-age children, sleep is not just “rest time.” When kids sleep well, they find it easier to concentrate in class. When sleep slips, […]
Grade 9 Subject Choices in South Africa: A Parent’s Guide
Choosing your child’s subjects in Grade 9 can feel overwhelming. Suddenly, a long list of codes and course names appears, and it can seem as if one wrong move will close off your child’s future. In reality, it’s about putting together a sensible set of subjects that keeps doors open while still feeling manageable for […]
Helping your child learn through group activities
Most parents know that reading and homework matter, but group activities can feel messy. It is easy to worry that your child is missing out on social skills, or that unstructured play is a luxury you cannot really afford in a packed week. With a few steps and science behind you, you can turn everyday […]
Improving public speaking for kids
Public speaking can feel like a big ask for a small child. Between classroom orals, group work, and show-and-tell, many primary school learners are already expected to stand up and share their ideas, often long before they feel ready. The good news is that public speaking is a collection of learnable skills. With gentle guidance […]
Balancing schoolwork and sports
Schoolwork and sport can either reinforce each other or block your child’s progress in both. Marks dip, and sport and schoolwork can begin to clash, leading to the quick fix of caffeine instead of rest. Recognise early warning signs, organise the week so school and sport work together, and lean on short, purposeful study habits. […]
What to Consider When Switching Schools
Switching your child’s school is a significant decision that many South African families face. Whether your child is in high school or primary school, a school change can impact your child’s academic and emotional well-being. It’s essential to weigh all factors, from curriculum and cost to your child’s well-being, before making the move. Break down […]
What To Do When Marks Dip
When school marks dip, it’s hard for parents to tell whether they’re seeing a one-off blip or a deeper problem. Sleep debt, exam anxiety, or simple time pressure can all lead to a drop in school marks. Without a plan, worry can turn into late-night cramming, and more mistakes can occur on test day — […]
Benefits of After School Homework Clubs
After a long school day, most children still have homework waiting. Without additional support, they may either forget to do this homework or do it incorrectly, leaving them without the help they need. A homework club offers supervision, academic support, and routine, benefiting students and providing parents with peace of mind. They create a nurturing […]
Transition Smoothly from Primary to High School
Your child’s transition from primary school to high school can turn you into a logistics professional overnight. New corridors, transport changes and a fresh group of teachers all land at once. Even organised children can stumble: bags aren’t packed, lifts fall through, homework piles up and confidence dips. Give your child and yourself a fully-fledged […]
Teaching Time Management Skills for Kids Across All Ages
Mornings drag, homework turns into a stand-off, and everyone feels rushed. The real issue isn’t laziness, it’s a lack of time management skills. Children at different ages simply experience time differently. Without clear cues and simple routines, they guess how long things take, and you, as the parent, end up carrying the mental load. It’s […]