New NCEA Assessment Dates For 2021
NZ Qualifications Authority (NZQA) have announced changes to a range of exams and assessments in the wake of disruption to schooling caused by the latest outbreak of Covid-19 in the community.
Top Lunchbox Ideas
Kids bored with sandwiches? Here are some of our top ideas to get them excited about their lunchbox.
How To Have An Easy Start To The School Year
Being organised for back to school isn't complicated - it just requires a little bit of forward planning and a lot of been-there-done-that know-how!
Create A Backpack Station
Keeping kids organised during the school year may sound like a lost cause but it can be done. One of the best tips is to create a "backpack station".
Your Secret Stock of School Supplies
A secret supply of stationery and other items for school life is absolutely essential when you have school-age kids!
How To Create The Ideal Study Area
As your children move through the year levels they will start to need their own dedicated study area. Find out what you need to make a dedicated, functional and fun space for them.
School Organisation For Parents
It's coming up to the start of the school year and already things are being planned and scheduled. Find out the best ways to keep on top of all the things the kids have on this year.
Best Movies To Build Character
We asked what the most common parenting struggles were and put together this guide, focusing on how you can use kids movies to help you develop your child’s character!
How Movies Can Impact A Child’s Development
Ever wondered how watching different movies can affect your child? We look at how movies can positively and negatively impact children.
Managing Your Children’s Screen Time
It's inevitable that children are going to spend some time on screens - but how do you know if it's too much and how do you manage the amount of time they are spending?
Keeping Your Family Safe Online
As we spend more time online, the risk of something going wrong increases. Find out how you can be confident that your family are able to use the internet safely, and not be exposed to inappropriate content, online predators, and cyberbullying.
Tips For Transitioning Back to School
Returning to school after a lockdown due to a global pandemic is a lot different to returning to school after school holidays and you may be surprised by your child's reaction, whether it be emotional or physical.
Getting Kids Fighting Fit For The Return To School
Give a boost to your child's general immunity to help reduce the number of viruses and illnesses that they may pick up with these tips on how to get the kids fighting fit for back to school.
New Ways To Keep The Kids Learning At Home
One wonderful thing to come out of weeks of lockdown is an abundance of fascinating and fun online and at-home learning opportunities for kids.
A Guide To At-Home Learning
Knowing that we have to homeschool our kids can be daunting, but don't worry - you've got this! Check out some tips to help you navigate at-home learning.
5 Online Education Resources For Curious Minds
Whether you have a child who just loves to learn or you’re home-schooling for a period of time, there are a number of great resources available online that can help educate your child in a fun way.
What to Expect From a Play Date
Socialising with other children is a vital part of a child's development. Children need to interact in a social setting and learn skills like sharing. Help make your child's next play date a success with these tips.
Motivation for School
Motivate your child to achieve success at school with these tips for parents from psychologist Justin Coulson.
Choosing A Lunch Box & Drink Bottle For School
Avoid the trial and error of choosing a lunch box and drink bottle with our tried-and-tested helpful tips on what to look out for, plus some of our favourite shopping picks from The Warehouse.
How Can I Help My Child Through the NCEA Years
NCEA students are under a lot of pressure and there is so much information to navigate. It’s also a system that is different to when you were at high school. Here are 10 proven ways to help your child thrive within the NCEA years.
What To Look For When Buying A New School Uniform
Make the most of your investment in a new uniform with our buying tips, plus some of our uniform shopping picks from The Warehouse.
Your Essential Back To School Checklist
To help get you organised for back to school, we've compiled our essential checklist with helpful tips for a stress-free return to school.
10 Things to Consider When Choosing Subjects
At this time of year, high school students are deciding on their subjects for next year and it can be a minefield for parents helping them decide, particularly for Year 10 students about to enter the world of NCEA.
The Worst Thing To Say To A Sensitive Child
The world is a dog-eat-dog place but there's no need to toughen up your kids so they can survive. Instead, raising sensitive kids will help them thrive.
What To Do About Cruel School Friends
Like adults, children can be mean to one another. Sometimes an unkind remark spoken by one child to another can be the catalyst for friendship to crumble.
Should Kids Only Walk To School With An Adult?
Following the tragic death of an almost seven year old girl, a coroner has advised against allowing children to walk to school without adult supervision.
Second Children Are More Likely To Be Trouble
If your second child has a habit of driving you up the wall with their behaviour, then it seems that you are not alone in your exasperation with your second offspring.
Why I Still Love Toy Story
The Toy Story movies are not just cinematic genius. They also represent an important connection that I share with my children due to a common interest.
Mum, Come and Play!
Playing with your child is important for their development and also to aid in building strong bonds between you.
Is It Time For a Tutor?
Tutors and tutoring programmes provide not only help for kids who need some assistance with their learning, but also extension for those kids who are keen to progress further.