School and home environments are an important setting in which to celebrate our children’s achievements and successes. Success will look different for the individual child and what may seem like a small, every day achievable task to one child could be a huge monumental achievement for another. Regardless of the achievement/success, all deserve to be …
As a parent it can be hard to determine how your child is progressing in writing. It is far more subjective than other subject areas; it definitely isn’t as obvious as maths where an answer is either correct or incorrect. Teachers set targets or level students writing, however as a parent and not an educator …
Heading back into the school environment after being engaged in home education may seem like a daunting prospect – for both the child and the parent/s. This needn’t be the case and while your child’s future school will no doubt have some strategies and an orientation program, we have created an interactive and engaging Calendar …
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This year I resumed teaching in school-based environments; occasional engagements. I hadn’t taught in a school environment since I went on maternity leave and as with any amount of time away from a job, I knew there would be changes. However, what really surprised me and what I wasn’t prepared for, was a lack of …
Most adults remember learning their times tables by rote during their school days, and while this may still have a place in today’s learning for quick recall, it is also hugely important that children have an understanding of what multiplication is. This includes learning what it looks like (for example to physically make 3 groups …
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If your child is about to start tutoring for the first time, you might be wondering how you can best prepare them for their sessions. The tutor/tutoring company may send you some helpful information and preparation advice will vary depending on whether sessions are taking place in your home or at a tuition centre. However, …
A broad and sophisticated vocabulary is one of the many tools your child should be equipped with when sitting 11+ exams. Vocabulary is tested in a variety of ways; certain verbal reasoning question types and comprehensions will test a child’s word knowledge and a broad vocabulary will always enhance one’s writing. (Please note that your …
We all work better and learn more effectively when we are motivated, engaged and interested in the task at hand and Education Boutique’s Learning by Topic Frameworks support interest based and child lead learning. Education Boutique’s Learning by Topic Frameworks have been carefully and individually constructed to support learners of all different ages and abilities. …
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A commonly asked question we receive at Education Boutique is from parents wanting to know how they can best support their children with their reading. Please note the following tips should be adapted to suit your child’s age and reading ability. When reading to/with your child, stop periodically to check for understanding. Ask your child …
Education Boutique’s recommended reading list covers a variety of genres and themes with the aim to assist in preparing your child for 11+ exams. A strong and sophisticated vocabulary is important when taking these exams and while vocabulary flash cards are a great learning tool, the most organic way for children to pick up new …
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