Schools and parents can help kids as they transition to higher grades. Here’s how, writes Sheryl Bennett-Wilson It can be a trying time for students when they transition to higher grades. Often, it means changing schools and leaving childhood friends […]
Education
A second language
Can your child to succeed with French when you don’t speak the language? It’s possible, experts say Canadian parents know the value of having their kids master French – the professional job scene demands it, particularly in the National Capital […]
When your child doesn’t want to go to school
A little bit of parental understanding goes a long way when it comes to school aversion, Angela Counter writes Maybe your child complains about a sore tummy, they move extra slowly in the morning, or they say outright, “I […]
Ready for takeoff!
Here’s how to prepare for your child’s first school experience Finally, a long-awaited milestone approaches: the first day of school. You’ve got your camera ready, but how can you prepare your child so that the only tears will be yours? […]
Getting ahead
Students looking to get a leg up on their studies change the perception of summer school For many of us, the notion of having to go to summer school seemed like punishment when we were growing up. But these days, […]
Clash of the titans
Communication knocks down barriers of disagreements between parents and teachers, educators say For Turnbull School director Gareth Reid, it’s important to build relationships between parents and teachers. “Communication and respect on both sides are very important,” says Reid. “It really […]
Extra credit
How do you know if your child needs a tutor? Sheryl Bennett-Wilson asks the experts Often, it’s a phone call from a concerned teacher. Or a report card that indicates your child is struggling in a subject. As Caroline Sohn, […]
More than child’s play
Recess has the potential to improve performance in the classroom, experts say Twice a day at an Ottawa elementary school the bell rings, and hundreds of students in brightly coloured outerwear stream out the doors and into their respective play […]
Should I stay or should I go?
Choosing whether to stay at home or live away for university is arguably one of the biggest decisions your child will have to make regarding post-secondary education – it will undoubtedly shape his or her experience. Writers Derek Abma and […]
Finding the right fit for your preschool child
Book a tour and trust your instincts, experts advise Today’s reality suggests that most young children have working parents. That means that parents need to find quality childcare. And that can be a challenge for parents with preschool aged […]