Social intelligence is all about understanding and responding to others' feelings, which helps build strong relationships. It can make children more empathetic, better communicators, and problem solvers.
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5 Writing Ideas for Reception Children
Make writing a meaningful experience. Try out these ideas in your classroom or at home.
What are the 24 Character Strengths?
In this blog post, I discuss positive psychology and Dr. Martin Seligman's 24 Character Strengths. Learn how to lead a happy and meaningful life and discover ways to assist children in developing the essential skills they'll need to reach their full potential.
Learning Through Play: EYFS Outdoor Provision
Two days ago at Hillingdon Primary School, I discovered the magic of learning outdoors. The idea was clear: no matter the weather, children should explore and learn through play. The outdoor spaces were purposeful, from a mud kitchen to a water play zone. Limited resources meant no clutter, letting educators create focused learning experiences. Quality interactions happened at the child's level, fostering communication and language.
A.S. Neill’s 140th Birthday: Legacy of an Education Pioneer
Today, we celebrate the 140th birthday of A.S. Neill, a remarkable educator who founded Summerhill School in 1921. Neill believed in letting children choose their own learning paths, creating a unique and democratic environment. At Summerhill, students and teachers worked together, and there were no mandatory classes, promoting intrinsic motivation. While Neill's ideas faced criticism, his legacy challenges us to create schools that prioritise individual needs and embrace the joy of learning. Happy 140th birthday to a teacher who continues to inspire change in education!
What Was Education Like in Ancient Greece?
Ancient Greek education was a complete preparation for active roles in the community. Their timeless ideas, foundational to education, connect us across centuries and continents.
The Ostrich Effect in Education: What Is It and How Can Teachers Apply It in Their Classrooms?
Discover the Ostrich Effect in education and learn how to help students tackle challenging subjects with confidence. Dive into real-world examples and strategies for nurturing a love for learning even in uncomfortable situations.
Reception Areas of Learning: Mathematics
This year marks a new beginning in my career as I will be teaching in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) at Cippenham School. Today, I explore numeracy in this new setting, I bring ideas to create adventures with our little learners, fostering a love for mathematics that will last a lifetime.
Early Identification of Autism
Early identification of signs of Autism can be crucial in children's development. Discover the rewards of recognising ASD in its nascent stages, and learn how parents and teachers can collaborate to provide invaluable support. Dive into the depths of understanding the benefits of early diagnosis, the challenges of late recognition, and the signs that illuminate the path.
Numerical Cognition: How Do Young Children’s Brains Work?
Learn about the infants' numerical cognition through the revolutionary research of Professor Karen Wynn and other prominent researchers. In this post, we briefly explain the studies that unveiled infants' innate numerical sensitivity and their astonishing ability to perform simple arithmetic operations.
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