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dealing with cruel friends at school just like adults, children can be mean and cruel to one another. sometimes cruel or unkind words spoken by one child to another can be all that’s needed for...

peer pressure at school school can be a minefield of social challenges for a lot of children. some children thrive socially in school but most will at one time or another face at least some...

mobility issues in schools starting school can be both nerve-wracking and exciting for many parents and children. it marks the beginning of a new stage of being away from home. if your child has a...

primary school science set to ignite st. patrick’s festival the st. patrick’s festival are looking for teachers and primary school pupils across the country to get involved and contribute to...

mums love back to school time back to school tips from clinical psychologist david coleman while children love the fun of the summer holidays, a recent study revealed the majority of parents look...

the ultimate school tour children can take 'the ultimate school tour' with viking splash tours and the gaa museum if you’re children or students are big gaa fans then this is one activity they...

preparing your school child for a new sibling even school children can struggle to get used to the idea of another baby in the family. there are ways to help them acclimatise though. talking to an...

school bus safety ensure that your child travels as safely as possible on the school bus by teaching them basic rules and guidelines. bus safety starts before your child even gets on one in the...

signs of a good preschool there are some surprisingly simple signs that the school you’re considering is a good one! choosing the right preschool can be tricky. every one you consider will...

preparing your preschooler for a new arrival it can be hard to get a preschooler, particularly one who has always been an only child, used to the idea of a new brother or sister. luckily, there are a...

our little one is in preschool. is this a good time to get a family dog? there is no right or wrong age to get a family dog; however, you should be mindful of your situation before you rush into...

how can i ensure my children's safety when driving to school? all mums know how hectic getting the kids out the door and into school on time can be. however, when driving your kids to school...

why does my child need to go to the optometrist when they have their eyes checked in school? your child needs to visit an optometrist as a school eye test is not a comprehensive eye test. your child...

what are the best books for primary school children? here are some of out favourite books for kids aged 7-11 here are some of out favourite books for kids aged 7-11: care of henry by anne fine horrid...

what are the best websites for my primary school child? there are lots of ways that the internet can be a beneficial resource for primary school kids. there are lots of ways that the internet can be a...

which educational toys will keep my school aged child happy? as children reach school age they begin to lose interest in basic creative play such as dressing up and make believe... educational toys...

what can i do to ease my primary school child's fears? don’t try to minimise or belittle your child’s worries just because they appear trivial to you acknowledge his fears: don’t try...

how do i speak to my five to eight year old about school? when you ask your child about their school day, try to use open-ended questions. an open-ended question will invite answers that are longer...

how much sleep does my school-age child need? getting enough sleep will strengthen your child's immune system and can also help reduce the risk of infection and illness. when your child is fully...

why is my primary school child talking back? when you tell your child that it’s time for bed and all you hear back is, “you’re stupid!” does this mean that you have years ahead...