Education
The Ripple Effect
Hilary Wilce explains how a contented, well-connected childhood could be the key to happiness in adulthood
Lawnmower Parents
It goes without saying that every parent wants the very best for their child, and most will bend over backwards to achieve it. But what happens when these good intentions become all-consuming? Hilary Wilce gives us the signs to watch...
Safe Journey
Motorists’ lawyer David Barton explains how the law differs for new drivers and gives his advice for staying out of harm’s way
Meet The Heads
Go behind the scenes at seven leading schools to find out more about the headteachers in charge
The Great Escape
We speak to two students from the South East about why they made the decision to take a year out and a year abroad
Getting Ahead
Julie Redding, Head of Entrepreneurship at Sevenoaks School explains how entrepreneurial and enterprise skills are being nurtured amongst their students
Raise The Bar
Sue Elkin praises schools which embrace the journey of education - not the destination
Keep Calm – There Will Be Bumps Along The Way
Sooner or later most children will meet with problems at school. Education expert Hilary Wilce offers some reassurance
School Farms – Lancing College
School farms are a great way for children to learn about farming and animal husbandry as well as offering the perfect place to de-stress and unwind outside the classroom. We visit Lancing College school farm...
Smoothing the Move from Nursery to Reception
Starting 'real' school is always a big step in growing up. Luckily, these days it's almost always an easy one, says Hilary Wilce.
Guest Speaker – Tom Avery
We talk to Tom Avery. One of the world's most exciting polar explorers and a former pupil at Vinehall.
Guest Speaker – Charlie Sinclair
Charlie was Head Boy at Junior King's in 2010 when he played rugby in the JKS U11 National Champion school rugby team at Twickenham.
Meet The Heads – Peter Goodyer
Headmaster of Bede's School, Peter Goodyer talks to us about his own school memories and more
Build Your Child’s Inner Strength
Today’s children have been born into a world of competitive schooling and pervasive social media and are feeling the pressure like no children have ever felt it before, says Hilary Wilce
Opening Up A Whole, Other World
John Graham-Hart on why learning a foreign language is not only relevant, but immensely rewarding too
School Farms – Hadlow College
School farms are a great way for children to learn about farming and animal husbandry as well as offering the perfect place to de-stress and unwind outside the classroom. We visit Hadlow College school farm and meet some of their...
Broadening Horizons – Siobhan Fogarty
We talk to Siobhan Fogarty, Head of Creative Arts, at Sackville School about how they encourage their pupils to look beyond traditional, academic studies and towards a more creative career path.
How Boys and Girls Learn at Primary School Age
Catherine Walker, Head of Middle School, Marlborough House School, Hawkhurst
Out Of School Education…
No school can teach children everything they need to know. David Long, the author and journalist, outlines the benefits of learning outside the classroom.
Developing a Life-Long Love of Books
Despite all the digital options available to children these days, it's still possible to instill a love of reading, says John Graham-Hart
Top Ten Tips to Encourage Your Child to Read
Here are our ten top tips available to encourage your child to read and instill a love of reading
Guest Speaker – Olly Clark
Olly Clark attended St Edmund's from 1996 until 2003, from Junior School through to Sixth Form when he was appointed School Captain.
Guest Speaker – David Hayman
Dr Hayman is considered a rising star in the field of infectious disease epidemiology and ecology.
Addressing The Balance
Despite huge advances in past decades, boys and girls are still making very different choices at A-level. Why is this, and what can we do about it? We speak to Antonia Beary, Headmistress of Mayfield School in Sussex
School Farms – Kent College
School farms are a great way for children to learn about farming and animal husbandry as well as offering the perfect place to de-stress and unwind outside the classroom. We visit Kent College school farm and meet some of their...
Out, about, Scouting For Fun
We talk to the Scout Association about the benefits of being involved in this historic organisation
Broadening Horizons – Ed O’Connor
We talk to Ed O'Connor, Deputy Head at St Edmund's School Canterbury about how they encourage their pupils to look beyond traditional, academic studies and towards a more creative career path.
Richard Follett, Headmaster, Vinehall School
We get the lowdown from Richard Follett, Headmaster, Vinehall School about his earliest school memories...
Bill Jones, Headmaster, Spring Grove School
We get the lowdown from Bill Jones, Headmaster, Spring Grove School about his earliest school memories...
Jeremy Walker, Principal, King’s Rochester
We get the lowdown from Jeremy Walker, Principal, King’s Rochester about his earliest school memories...
Whats Cooking at Holmewood House School?
We go behind the scenes at Holmewood House School’s, catering department to find out what they’re dishing up for the pupils... Stef Parnell, Catering Manager, Holmewood House School
Whats cooking at The Junior King’s School Canterbury?
We go behind the scenes at The Junior King’s School Canterbury, catering department to find out what they’re dishing up for the pupils...
Mark Hammond, Deputy Head Teacher, Skippers School
We get the lowdown from Mark Hammond, Deputy Head Teacher, Skippers School about his earliest school memories...
Clinic Q&A
What’s the best way to ensure your child’s visit to healthcare providers runs as smoothly as possible? We chat health issues and checkups with the experts...
Children and Food: Just Don’t Mention The “o” Word!
We’re all obsessed with how much we weigh – so why is it that children and teenagers continue to put on weight? Lesley Finlay explores this tricky subject...
Why Gardening Is Important For Your Children’s Health
Gardening is an activity that the whole family can enjoy – from digging and weeding to sowing and growing it offers an ideal opportunity to peel children away from the television and computer. Professional gardener Kath Oliver explains how adding...
Good Attitudes, Good Learning
Hilary Wilce looks into how a positive approach at home can translate into success in the classroom...
Change of Plan
Thinking of retraining, or pursuing your dream? We chat to education expert Des Kambert, principal of Plumpton College about what’s on offer and to an actor who has made a transition to novelist...
King’s Rochester – Fit for Work
With an increasingly competitive job market, how can we prepare our children for the career that will suit them best? We chat to King's Rochester to find out what they're doing to guide pupils towards employment success...
Ashford School – Fit for Work
With an increasingly competitive job market, how can we prepare our children for the career that will suit them best? We chat to Ashford School to find out what they're doing to guide pupils towards employment success...
Art For All
Artist Brenda Burgess explains the benefits that creative skills bring to school children...
