Why teachers and kids should be moving, breathing and doing mindfulness activities during the school day.

There’s no denying it, it’s pretty challenging to be a kid these days. With the onslaught of social media and it’s distractions, temptations and tendency to overstimulate young brains, as well as peer and school pressure, it’s no wonder that… Continue Reading >

5 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Child Healthy Whilst Back At School

By Dr. Stephanie Rubino BSc, ND Naturopathic Doctor& Whole Earth & Sea Expert    Teaching your kids good health habits will help guide them to being healthy adults. Nutritious eating habits, daily movement, and key nutrients are fundamental elements to… Continue Reading >

BACK TO SCHOOL BLUES?

The holidays are finishing and the kids are all “bored”… it’s time to go back to school! Some of us cry ‘yippee!’ while others are sad to get back into the routine of the daily grind (packing lunches, drop-offs/pick-ups and… Continue Reading >

Getting ready for school

Dr Jane Williams and Dr Tessa Grigg   The readiness of any child for pre-school and school must be considered on an individual basis. The most important aspect to consider is to think about how your child is developing, more… Continue Reading >

Why Your Family Should Take Things Slow This Holiday Season

Photo by Caroline Hernandez on Unsplash   At this time of year, it’s so easy to get swept up in the celebrations that herald Christmas and the end of the year. There are school events to attend, extra-curricular activities to… Continue Reading >

6 Life Skills Your Child Will Learn Through Starting Their Own Business

By Julie Medeiros Julie Medeiros is a business professional with degrees in education and marketing, and a founder of Miss M Online Classes – the educational project offering children 8+ business education about discovering and monetising their talents, marketing and entrepreneurship.   Many of you… Continue Reading >

How Important Is Early Childhood Education For Success In School?

Childhood development is grouped into three broad stages: Early childhood – 0-8 years Middle childhood – 8-12 years Adolescence – 12-18 years When it comes to education, early childhood is generally considered to be from 3-5 years of age. You… Continue Reading >

Christmas-Themed School Holiday Fun!

Grinches aside, just about everybody loves Christmas! Grab the kids, get in the spirit and enjoy the cheeriest time of year with this ultimate list for Christmas-themed school holiday fun! Sure to get you feeling super merry in no time!… Continue Reading >

Physical literacy – what is that? And why does my child need it?

By Laura Sereno, BK’s Gymnastics Program Manager   If you’ve heard the term ‘physical literacy’ recently there’s good reason why – it’s becoming part of the lingo in many fields including PE, physiotherapy and gymnastic too, as we learn more… Continue Reading >

Teacher Assistant 101: Strategies that every parent and carer can learn to support at-home learning

Dr Tom Brunzell & Jodie White This article is written from the unique perspectives of a parent and a teacher collaborating to support at-home learning based upon our collaborative approach to supporting families at Berry Street Victoria, Australia. Home schooling… Continue Reading >