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.
Decline By Nine – Why Kids Stop Reading For Fun
Research suggests that almost a fifth of kids stop frequently reading for fun between the ages of eight and nine years old. Discover tips for keeping them reading.
What Time Should Your Child Go To Bed?
Bedtimes. They are, and forever will be, a bone of contention for parents and kids. But what is an appropriate time to send the kids off to bed?
8 Things to Say When Your Child Says They Are Dumb
How do you help when your child's biggest detractor is ... your child? Dr Justin Coulson gives us some tips for tackling the D-word.
6 Ways to Unleash Your Child’s Creativity
Your child may require a bit of guidance when it comes to choosing something they are passionate about. Here are some of the things you can do to unleash your child’s creativity.
Understanding Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex disorder which causes problems with the development of social and communication skills.
How to Stop 5 School Bugs in Their Tracks
Getting kids back to school can mean they get sick with school bugs like impetigo, school sores, head lice, worms, and conjunctivitis.
20 Things I Know About Being a Primary School Mum
Drinking fountains, handball and monkey bars at recess - that's what primary school is all about. One mum muses on what she knows about primary now it's almost over.
12 Tips For a Better School Year
Making the school year run smoothly for your children, and for yourself, is easy with these quick tips from Kidspot on everything from eating to education.
The cost of school uniforms
With school resuming for 2019, the topic on a lot of parents' minds seems to be the cost of school uniforms. What can be done about it?
5 Unexpected positive effects of dance on children
Dance is a great way to keep our children physically fit. However, it does not end there as dance has many positive impacts on children.
Getting kids back into a good sleep routine after holidays
Did those late nights get out of hand during the school holidays? Try these top tips from a sleep expert to get the kids back into a good sleep routine before school starts.
Eye Health Q&A with Specsavers
Vision plays an important part in your child's social and educational development, so it’s important to keep on top of their eye health. Optometrists at Specsavers have answered the most common questions parents have about their childrens eyes.
The one back to school check that you shouldn’t forget
Getting your kids ready to get back to school can be a daunting process. With stationary lists, school shoes, haircuts, bus passes and a stocked pantry with lunch supplies filling the minds of Kiwi parents, many forget one of the most important checks for all children… An eye health check.
Keeping kids healthy throughout the school year
To make sure your little academic can make the most of the school year, we’ve put together a few ways to keep your child healthy and fighting fit.
Screen use could be damaging to children
Most parents would prefer that their kids spend more time in the real world and less in the virtual one. But is screen time damaging our childrens' developing brains?
Should mobile phones be banned from schools?
In 2019, New South Wales primary school students will not be allowed to bring mobile phones to school. Should NZ consider a similar ban?
Teachers’ pet peeves
Being a teacher ain't easy! Beyond the demand for better working conditions, support and pay, discover what more minor things are also disrupting the happy life of a teacher.
Helping kids with learning disabilities get into the arts
Taking part in the arts can help your child develop confidence and self-worth. Try these tips to help you nurture a love of the arts in your child.
Sanitary bins for primary schools
The age at which girls are getting their first period is decreasing. In fact, one in 16 girls in NZ will get their period while at primary school - some as young as eight years old.
Choosing a performing arts class for your child
Do you have a little singing, acting or musical star? Learn how to pick drama, music or singing lessons and classes to help your creative child shine!
Music lessons for kids
Music lessons can aid the educational development of a child but Kidspot reveals the best time to start learning a musical instrument.
10 things teachers wished you knew
A good parent/teacher relationship is important for making the most of the school year. Here are ten things your child's teacher wished you knew.
What do you want your children to learn?
We asked Kidspot readers what subject they wish kids were taught at school. You may be surprised by the results!
50 clever back to school hacks to make life easier
Back to school hacks aimed to help us pull back on the sometimes ridiculous expectations we’ve set for ourselves and and streamline the way we do things.
Get back-to-school ready on your terms
Even the most frugal among us and the best at budgeting can find themselves scrambling to save a few dollars at this time of year.
9 tips to help kids prepare for tests
Help your child to prepare for tests and exams at school with this helpful advice.
School exams and stress
Find advice and tips on helping support your child through the stressful periods of exams at school.
The bittersweet milestones keep coming
When my youngest turned five recently, I thought that her first day at school would be one of the hardest days in my life.
Empowering our kids at school
How much responsibility do your children take for their everyday school life? Help them by making a few changes ready for the return to school.
