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Nearly half of parents worry their kids are masking poor eyesight

Plymouth parents are urged to be aware of key signs that suggest their child is hiding their poor eyesight.

Recent research by Specsavers shows that nearly half of (47%) South West parents who took part in the survey worry that their child is covering up issues with their eyesight.

Common behaviours most reported by parents with children aged six to 15 to suggest that they might be...

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Reminder for bereaved parents to check eligibility for financial support

Bereaved parents who lost their partner between 9 April 2001 and 8 February 2023 may be eligible for a backdated government payment even if they no longer have dependent children.

Bereaved parents who lost their partner between 9 April 2001 and 8 February 2023 may be eligible for a backdated government payment even if they no longer have dependent children.

The Government extended...

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5 Ways to Keep Kids Healthy This Winter

Winter is a season of cozy moments by the fireplace, building snowmen, and enjoying hot cocoa. But it's also a time when germs and colds seem to thrive, making it essential to take extra precautions to keep our little ones healthy and happy. As a parent, you want the best for your kids, and that includes their well-being during the chilly months.

We've put together "5 Ways to Keep...

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Education Secretary says parents can see sex education material

Education Secretary’s letters make crystal clear that schools must share relationships, sex and health education (RSHE) curriculum material with parents.

The Education Secretary is writing today, 24 October, to all schools in England to make clear that they can and should share relationships, sex and health (RSHE) curriculum materials with parents.

In addition, she has penned an open...

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How to expand your child’s vocabulary at home

A study, conducted by Oxford Home Schooling, a leading home education provider, analysed 10,000 tweets from different UK cities to see which have the biggest and smallest vocabularies, and Glasgow came out on top, with the highest percentage of unique words (38.2%).

The UK’s 20 biggest cities ranked by their vocabulary range:
  1. Glasgow (38.2%)
  2. Belfast (37.8%)
  3. ...
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First half term co-parenting after separation? 6 tips to help get you through

Single parents will be bracing themselves for the October half term this year, as the Coram Holiday Childcare Survey 2023 found that just 24% of local authorities in England have enough holiday childcare for parents working full time. This comes after a survey from UNICEF found that over half of all parents (66%) with young children under 5 in Britain are struggling financially.

With...

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Families urged to boost their back-to-school budget with Tax-Free Childcare

With the new school term starting, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding families to open a Tax-Free Childcare account today to save up to £2,000 per child on their yearly childcare bills.

Families can use their Tax-Free Childcare account to pay for any approved childcare including holiday clubs, breakfast and after school clubs, child minders and nurseries.

The scheme provides...

Back-to-School Sleep: 6 Steps to Bedtime Success

For many parents, the return to school brings about a familiar dilemma: helping our kids shift from summer freedom to a structured bedtime routine. With 9,073,832 students in the last headcount, bedrooms all over the nation will be having the same struggle.

Rest is crucial, not just for those growing bodies, but to fuel their young minds for the classroom. Shifting them from their...

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Family holidays after divorce? 6 things to consider before travelling abroad with the kids

Family law expert shares 6 tips to help parents navigate the challenges of international travel with children after a divorce this summer

Recent data from the ONS shows that the number of divorces has been increasing over the last few years. The divorce rate in the United Kingdom is estimated at 42%, with 113,505 divorces granted in England and Wales in 2021, compared to 103,592 divorces in...

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AI and Parenting: Navigating the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Your Child's Life

Navigating Online Safety: The role of AI

By Sacha Lazimi, co-founder and CEO of Yubo

In today's digital age, children and teenagers are navigating an increasingly complex online landscape. For parents, ensuring their child's safety online can be a daunting task.

Artificial intelligence (AI) – the newest technological revolution – may be a key to mitigating online safety...

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