In the news: School is 'the main cause of stress' for children
Nearly half of 12-year-olds report feeling sad or anxious at least once a week, survey finds
School is the biggest source of stress for young people, according to a new survey by children's charity Barnardo's. Read the full Tes article here.
Blog: How to encourage daily physical activity in children
We all know it's good for our children to lead active lifestyles thanks to the research of the World Health Organization and others. With busy lives, it can be difficult to strike the right balance of ensuring our children are moving enough and eating nutritious, balanced meals throughout the day – at home and at school. So how much is enough? Read our blog from Amy Hallisley at The Daily Mile.
Blog: What parents need to know about sexting
Some children believe ‘sexting’ simply means sending flirty written texts, with the sharing of images, or sending ‘nudes’, a separate entity. As a result, many parents are unclear about what is illegal or unwise. Criminal solicitor Nick Titchener explains what 'sexting' is, the risks and how to talk to your children about it.
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