KidAround Magazine

Oxford House School has an unrivalled success rate of children gaining places at selective grammar schools – the majority of their students excel in the 11-plus exams and are offered places at Colchester grammar schools. But school is not just about exam success – the school believes it’s important to maintain one of their core values, ‘Joy in achievement’ in all they do. Here’s how they do it: An academic head start Skills are built into class activities throughout pupils’ educational journeys.

There’s nothing Brits love more than a summer heatwave, but hot weather at night can be more of a nightmare than a dream when you have little ones struggling to sleep in the heat. For Aisha’s Child Development Expert, Emily Salter, details her top tips and tricks for ensuring a great night’s sleep for your child when the temperatures start to rise this week. Splish Splash: Take a cool bath Typically parents are told that a warm bath is a good idea before bedtime to help your child sleep.