School life articles

In this week's School Savvy blog, Matthew Revill, a seasoned educator and headteacher at a primary school, offers his insights into the implications of the Spring Budget for both our classrooms and homes.

New guidance for banning or limiting mobile phones in schools has caused a stir in the education world. But this idea isn't new, as suggestions for bans have popped up before. Matt Revill, a seasoned headteacher and educator in primary schools, offers his thoughts on the latest mobile phone guidance.

Comedy is often an underrated learning tool. It can encourage your child to be creative, express their individuality and help them engage in reading, writing and performance. Encourage your child’s inner comedian with these tips from stand-up comedian, children’s author and comedy writer Steven Vinacour.

Whether you're taking your child out of school for a period, setting out on your home education journey or simply looking for extra activities to boost your child's learning, here's why the daily learning programme could be the right fit for you...

If you’re trying to overcome the hurdle of co-parenting a primary school child after parental separation then you’re not alone. Should you inform the school of changes at home? What should you do about childcare, school trips, and parents’ evening? Get top tips from experts and seasoned co-parents about the ups and downs of parenting after separation or divorce.

Children who have difficulties with school may fare better in alternative provision. We take a look at what you might expect if your child is moved to an alternative education setting.

Find out what help is available with the cost of school meals, home to school transport, and school uniform.

Child Tax Credit is gradually being phased out and replaced by Universal Credit, but if you're already claiming it, you can continue to do so for the next few years. We asked the experts at Turn2Us to explain what you might receive.

Child Benefit can help significantly with the cost of raising a child. Here's what you need to know about what it is, who is eligible, and how much it's worth.

Whether your child is just learning to read and print letters or looking for ways to put their creative writing skills to the test, we've rounded up some fantastic resources to help them practise phonics, grammar, story-writing and comic-creating at home. Plus there are loads of different ways to connect with authors and listen to stories.

Every school in England has to hold a daily act of collective worship, which usually takes place during assemblies. We explore what's involved – and what to do if you object.

With increasing numbers of parents being asked to dip into their pockets to make up for UK school budget cuts, we take a look at what’s allowed, and what’s not.

Could you pledge to leave the car at home and turn the school run into an opportunity to get some exercise?

Circle Time is used in many primary schools, but what actually happens in these sessions? We've got the parents' guide.

School can be a testing place for socially anxious children. We take a look at how to help boost your child's confidence.

Help your child get off to a great start in Year 3 by working with them on these important new skills.

The Reception starters' meeting is your chance to ask your burning questions about what happens when your child starts school. Our ideas will help you find out everything you need to know.

Fed up of making the same old packed lunches everyday? These brilliant ideas will save time and money, and make your child's daily lunch more appealing (though we can't guarantee lunch box artistry too!).

Is your child’s temper affecting their learning, friendship and family life? Anger management strategies could help them get their emotions under control.