English is the most popular foreign language. Most schools from all corners of the world have English as one of their subjects. Learning this language usually starts at primary school level in most education systems. Understanding English as a foreign language is essential because it is applicable in almost every aspect of our lives. This…
Dorset is a county that I don’t know very well at all. My parents took me all over England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland but some counties slipped through the net. Dorset was one of them and I visited there for the first time when I became a nanny many years ago. Of course, so many…
The sun has the effect of making us want to go out and have some fun. This can be costly though, especially if you have children to pay for as well. However, it doesn’t have to be; if you plan carefully and take advantage of any special offers that some of the summer attractions have….
Every family needs a vehicle that will meet the tough demands of parenting. You will be relying on this automobile every single day and it will need to be comfortable, spacious, practical and safe. Additionally, it can be helpful if it is economical with plenty of storage space too. Here are some top ideas for…
We all dream of the perfect family holiday. We have scrimped and saved all year to allow ourselves time out somewhere lovely for some quality time as a family. If you are like myself, you will have cherished memories of your own childhood holidays and want to ensure your children have amazing times when travelling …
It’s super stressful when you’re coming up to graduation. Juggling late nights at the library for revision, spending hours meeting that 10,000-word target for your dissertation, and trying to find a job to walk into after graduation can feel very overwhelming. It’s a competitive environment out there and it can seem daunting. Perhaps you also…
Becoming a mum changes your life in amazing ways leading you to feel deep love and to learn about just how strong and capable you are. However, it is not unusual for mums to want to rediscover themselves away from the label of “Sarah’s mum” or other labels that we pick up along the way….
We are a family of four who love to travel, but when travelling with young kids there are many things you need to consider to ensure you have an easy and enjoyable stay. Things to think about – is your accommodation family friendly? Are there plenty of kid suitable activities available in the destination you…
Ready to Ride is a delightful book by Sebastien Pelon aimed at children aged 3 and over. I am delighted to share my Ready to Ride book review with you. The first thing that strikes you about the book is how beautifully illustrated it is. The colours are far more subtle than in most…
After a disappointing home education day, we watched Suffragettes confident it would be great as it was presented by Lucy Worsley who we have seen on telly before.. We love history and like myself, my 14 year old daughter is vocal on women’s issues. To his credit, my husband watched the programme with us. My…
Forest School was a totally new concept to me when we started our home education journey. It bears no real relation to anything I remember learning in school apart from perhaps nature walks which may have happened once a year or so. Here is what happened when we started our Forest School preparation. What is…
Finding the perfect prom dress can seem like a huge challenge but I like to think of it as a whole lot of fun. Proms are increasingly popular and a time to make lasting memories. Some of those memories can be made as you anticipate the night itself and choose your perfect prom dress. Here…
When you think of a classroom, what springs to mind? Most likely it is a room, indoors, with desks and chairs facing a whiteboard on the wall. It’s important to remember, however, that this isn’t the only environment that a child can learn in and, as research has shown, it may not be the most…
If you are looking for a good read for children aged 3 to 8 years, check out the utterly delightful Granny Butterfly books. Firstly, the books are a treat for the eyes with colourful illustrations throughout. Secondly, children will learn about nature and butterflies in particular as they read. Thirdly, the stories are great and…
Baby safe jewellery is of not interest to you as a woman until you become a mum and suddenly you realise that wearing jewellery is now a luxury which you can’t indulge in easily. Put simply, babies love pulling at sparkly things! Today I am delighted to share my interview with Sarah who set up…