The early years of education and the importance of play are key in the optimal development of a child. A child has an absorbent mind from birth to the age of 6 years old and is very much like a sponge. The Importance of Play in the Early Years According to research, children gain…
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After School Questions Parents Need To Ask Their Kids
As your kids gets older, you will have to work harder and smarter to stay engaged with them because it’s definitely going to be worth it in the long run. For a lot of parents setting their children free into the world has given them all sorts of feelings; Being worried. Relieved. Hopeful to feeling…
How Gaming Affects Children’s Grades and Its Side Effects on Education
In recent times, the popularity of gaming among children and adolescents has been on the increase. The worrisome impact of gaming and how it affects children’s grades have been a major concern amongst parents and educationists. The need to create a balance between academics and online playtime cannot be overemphasized. By limiting children’s access…
What Is The Importance Of Year Six?
Should your child rush off to secondary school or finis Year 6? This article helps you understand more about this.
How To Help Your Child Cope With Preparation For Exams
Exam periods remain a delicate time for kids. Children rarely have time for any other activities apart from studying for their exams. The need to be successful and come out in flying colors usually keeps children on their toes during this period. Some other times, the fear of not disappointing family and friends dictates children’s…
Lagos State Government Approves 173 Private Schools
To entrench inclusivity in the educational sector, Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Education has given approval for the establishment of 173 Private Schools across the five divisions in the State. Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo made this known while issuing the letters of approval to the beneficiaries; at a ceremony held at…
7 Myths And Realities Of Learning Disabilities
In simple terms, a learning disability results from a difference in the way a person’s brain is “wired.” Children with learning disabilities are as smart or smarter than their peers. But they may have difficulty reading, writing, spelling, reasoning, recalling and/or organizing information if left to figure things out by themselves or if taught in…
How To Read And Respond To Report Cards
How do you read and respond to report cards? Your child’s performance at the end of the term is only one measure of academic success. It is not advisable to judge your child based on one performance or report card. Your response should however be based on how hard (s)he worked, what (s)he learnt and…
Should You Consider An All Girls Education For Your Daughter?
Not everyone likes the idea of an all-girls education! Some parents worry that girls educated at an all-girls school; will not know how to communicate and interact with boys once they leave. But the reality is that a modern, all-girls education gives girls the confidence and self-esteem to speak to anyone; including boys! One of…
Boarding or Day School? Which Should You Pick?
Most parents are always at a crossroads when it comes to choosing either a Boarding school or a Day school for their children. This decision is based on a number of factors, the lifestyle of parents, budget and family values. If you are currently contemplating this decision for your child and are in a bind…