Buying Children’s Toys: Thinking of ditching the plastic? But why are wooden toys better?

Buying children’s toys– is it a question of short-term pain versus long-term gain? Sam Wass delves deeper into the toy box.
How Learning a Second Language Prepares Children for School

Our Spanish Specialist Christina explains how learning a second language supports children’s learning and development before they start school.
What is a language rich environment? Tips and tricks.

Discover how to create a language rich environment that encourages communication and develops your child’s vocabulary, whether at home or at nursery.
Benefits of Learning Languages in the Early Years

There are many benefits of learning a second language before the age of 5. Here are some of the reasons learning a language in the early years will give your child a great advantage for development.
Meditation For Under 5s

Meditation is a practice that we usually associate with adults, but it can have great benefits for young children too. Emotional literacy and self-regulation are a focus in the early years; helping children understand emotions, how they feel and what they can do to manage intense emotions.
The Importance of Teaching Children About Recycling

Teaching children about recycling isn’t always the easiest thing but it’s more important than ever to educate children about environmental issues. We’ve put together some ways you can make recycling fun at home and ideas about how you can speak to your children about the 3 Rs!