Generation Stress
When I grew up we were not exposed to the constant barrage of news and information that now floods our homes 24 hours a day and available to our children at the click of a remote or the swipe of a finger.
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point of view
Point of view
Altrincham Prep: A Letter from the Chairman
All schools have a duty to make sure that their pupils have the best, broadest and most engaging experience that they can provide, says the chairman of Altrincham Preparatory School for Boys.
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Manchester High School for Girls: The role of happiness
Empowering young girls is a collective responsibility. By investing in education and promoting happiness and self-worth, we can create an environment where girls can thrive and reach their full potential.
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The State and The Family
In the light of a new campaign started by Princess of Wales, M&D Magazine asked Tony Gardiner, an educator, a father and a grandfather to share his thoughts about early education and parenthood.
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Dedication, that’s what you need…
Flitting from one extracurricular activity to another doesn’t gain you solid skills, build friendships, or develop a passion. Dedication on the other hand is a skill young people will take through life, in whatever career they chose.
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I’m not just for Christmas…
How many times have you seen the RSPCA advert that a dog is for life and not just for Christmas? Cats are the same, the life expectancy of a cat is 20 years plus, so the cute fluffy kitten that you see on social media or better still in a rescue such as with us at Cheshire Cats Rescue will grow up!!
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Wellbeing and Mental Health: Questions for Schools Open Days
With many schools having their open days through the autumn, a Headteacher advises on the questions parents should be asking when visiting schools on open days and what answers they should expect.
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When One Becomes Two
Last autumn Beth wrote about concerns and anticipations of the imminent arrival of their second baby. Twelve months later, she shares with M&D readers her experience of having a new addition to the family.
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We speak your language
Drama encourages us to read, scripts give us structure, a safety net, a purpose and drama class can go a long way towards helping learn a chosen foreign language.
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The Show Must Go On…
The countdown is on, lines have been learnt, dances are being polished and more costumes are arriving at doorstep of Noodle Performing Arts for long awaiting ‘Peter Pan’…
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When I Grow Up…
A performing arts teacher’s thoughts on parents influencing their children into a career: “Time is precious. Our dreams can be squashed in a second, so why are we determined to do that to our kids?”
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