We all want our children to be able to tackle challenges head-on and bounce back from setbacks, but resilience is something that has to be learned rather than something we’re born with. Your child will inevitably face many obstacles to reaching their goals or getting things they want, and as parents it’s our responsibility to teach our children how to respond in the face of adversity. Read on for some tips from an independent school in Edgbaston on how you can work to raise a resilient child. 

Aside from keeping children physically healthy, taking part in sports has many other benefits. Participating in sports from a young age can help children develop a number of important skills while enabling them to explore their capabilities and interests. It’s important for children to participate in activities they enjoy to get the most out of them. Here a prep school in the West Midlands explores some of the important benefits children get from getting involved in sports at school. 

Maths can be a tricky subject for children, but the good news is that maths ability is not set in stone and there are ways you can help your child improve. A lot of it comes down to confidence, so it’s important to work on boosting your child’s self-esteem as much as developing their cognitive skills. Here’s some advice from a senior school in Kent on how you can support your child with their mathematical learning.