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Coping with Back to School Stress
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Starting a new school year after Covid-19 may mean both parents and children feel more anxious than usual. So what can we do to help our children go back to school feeling more happy and relaxed? Claire Winter speaks to some experts. READ MORE
Any parent who has been through a separation will understand the massive stress it involves and the anxiety around co-parenting. One of the important issues that can get overlooked in the mix is what to tell your child’s school. READ MORE
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Five “Must-Do’s” When Choosing a School for your Child By Judith Judd
When my daughter was four, she came with us to visit several primary schools. Afterwards, we asked which she liked best. “The one with the shoe shop” she said. As it happened, we also liked the one with the (pretend) shoe shop and so that is the school we chose. Maybe it doesn’t always make sense to take a 4 year old’s advice when choosing a school but it’s always important to put your child at the centre of the process. Parents know better than anyone how different individual children can be. The first rule for choosing a school is to ignore the label. Research about different types of schools – academies, specialist, free, grammar - reveals that the type of school doesn’t guarantee the level of the education. The second is to visit the school. When you do, check out the relationship between children and teachers. Do teachers pay attention to what the children are saying? Do they respect them? You want your child to be happy at school and the relationship with teachers matters. Find out what progress pupils make during the time they arrive at school and by the time they leave. Schools’ exam results at GCSE and in national tests at age 11 give an idea of the sort of children who attend the school but they don’t indicate progress. You can get an idea how good a school’s teaching is by looking at progress measures available on government websites for that school.
Look at the Ofsted report. Inspectors give ratings: outstanding, good, requires improvement, inadequate. But equally important is their assessment of how different groups of children fare. A school may do well with able children but not those who struggle and vice versa. The reports also give an idea of a school’s strengths and weaknesses. That’s particularly important for older children who may have particular talents and interests. Talk to the Head Teacher. Leadership is crucial to a school’s success. It’s important that you have confidence in the Head and that she/he impresses you with their engagement with staff and pupils. Whilst choosing a school feels like a daunting process, bear in mind also that research shows that whilst schools and teachers are important in helping children thrive, parents’ support at home matters more. Judith Judd is co-author, with Wendy Berliner, of the book How to Succeed at School: Separating Fact from Fiction: What Every Parent Should Know. Published by Routledge and available from Amazon and good book stores.
A Word about Grammar Schools
Reception Testing Delayed to 2021
This may not be something you need to worry about.
Assessment (RBA) will be delayed until September 2021 because of the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Concerned that there are no grammar schools in your area?
A big study from Durham University suggests that bright children do just as well in non-selective schools as grammar schools. Professor Stephen Gorard says: “Dividing children into the most able and the rest does not appear to lead to better results for either group.” He says that there is no evidence that a particular type of school leads to better attainment. However, he adds that parents may choose grammar schools for the reason that they tend to cream off the more advantaged pupils in an area so that the neighbouring schools have to cope with a disproportionate number of disadvantaged and more challenging children.
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The government’s plan to introduce Reception Baseline
In September 2017, the Department for Education announced that a new start-of-school assessment for children ages 4 and 5 would be introduced as a baseline measure to track progress during primary school. The test is due to eventually replace key stage 1 SATs in providing the baseline on which pupil progress scores are based. The new tests have been criticised by some teachers, Head Teachers and parents, who claim it is unnecessary, will cause distress and could damage children’s future learning. More info: www.gov.uk/guidance/reception-baseline-assessment
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Why Bribing Children is Bad for their Education By Wendy Berliner Many parents have been there. They have a child who will not eat vegetables or won’t tidy their room. Or any other behaviour from a long list! With battle lines drawn and no significant improvement from hectoring or cajoling, bribery can follow. If you eat your broccoli, you can have your pudding; if you put your dirty laundry in the washing basket, you get extra pocket money. It seems so simple, especially if it gets results. But should you be doing it? The answer from half a century of research is a resounding NO. Bribes and their frequent partner, punishment, don’t help children become capable of their most creative work. A highly influential motivational theory known as selfdetermination developed in the 1980s after research found that paying students for solving puzzles actually demotivated them. In essence, students offered money for solving Soma puzzles (precursors to Rubik’s Cube) lost interest when they were given extra unpaid time at the end of experiment to carry on solving puzzles. Students in a separate test who were not offered money carried on trying to solve the puzzles after they were told the test had finished. Subsequent research with children and students of different ages with differing tasks has repeatedly confirmed the phenomenon. The nub of the theory is that by offering rewards or bribes you undermine the value of the task and the motivation to do it.
There are two types of motivation – extrinsic and intrinsic (also known as controlled and autonomous). Rewards and punishment form extrinsic motivation. Someone is doing something to you to make you do something. It isn’t something you are doing by choice. Intrinsic motivation comes from within and is what is needed to become an independent learner capable of your best work. It means you do things because of the enjoyment, interest and value you get from them not because someone tells you to. A child who spends hours playing computer games is intrinsically motivated – it’s just not the kind of motivation that is necessarily good for them. So how do you develop that all-important intrinsic motivation in your children? The theory argues humans require certain needs to be met before they can become motivated from within. Competence – we need to feel confident and effective in what we are doing. We have a human need to build our skills. To facilitate this, don’t tell your children they are no good at things if they struggle. That includes when you are trying to be kind – a comment like “I wasn’t any good at maths either” is telling them they aren’t competent. Relatedness - we need to feel a sense of belonging to others, to feel cared for by groups that are important to us and to care for others. So make the atmosphere at home kind and supportive.
Audiobooks Improve Literacy
Audiobooks can benefit children’s reading skills, according to new research published by the charity, the National Literacy Trust. The report looks at the advantages of listening to a recording of a novel being read, and the impact on young readers. The research suggests that listening to a recorded story requires the same mental skills as reading in print, so audiobooks can help with understanding words and remembering information. They can also give children access to a broader range of texts and engage readers who might be reluctant, struggling or developing. Emily Best, from the National Literacy Trust, said: “Audiobooks can be the key to unlocking a child’s love of reading. They enable children of all reading abilities and interests to access and explore the incredible world of stories, which are brought to life by a range of exciting voices, different accents and sound effects.” More info: www.literacytrust.org.uk 6
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Autonomy – we need to be able to decide what we do rather than be coerced. To assist with this, help your children learn to take responsibility for what they are doing, so that they can make good choices by themselves on how to use their time. That last one is really important. The child who understands the importance of getting good grades at school if they want a worthwhile and interesting career, may internalise those arguments and do their homework willingly because they see the value of doing so; they have become autonomously motivated. Over to you! Wendy Berliner, with co-author Judith Judd, are authors of the book How to Succeed at School: Separating Fact from Fiction: What Every Parent Should Know. Published by Routledge and available from amazon and good book stores. Sources Deci, E. L. (1971). ‘Effects of externally mediated rewards on intrinsic motivation’. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 18(1), 105-115. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/h0030644 Deci, Edward L., Ryan, Richard M. (1985) ‘Intrinsic Motivation and SelfDetermination in Human Behavior’. Springer Science & Business Media. familiesonline.co.uk
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An Independent Education The Independent Schools Association has reported a surge in parents looking for private school places from September. A significant 30% increase in the number of UK parents looking into private school places has resulted from concerns that pupils in state schools have "fallen behind" during lockdown; and fears of further disruption to state education for the next academic year. Open Day events are varied across the education sector, ranging from appointment-booked only, to online tours, as school make the safest decisions for their pupils, staff and visitors. Check the school websites for admissions criteria, scholarships and bursaries, and the latest information for visitors: ALLEYN'S SCHOOL SE22 8SU, 020 8557 1519, www.alleyns.org.uk
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Supporting a Dyslexic Child By Ellie Malt “Do you think she might have dyslexia or something like that?” I asked. I was standing in the playground with one of the teaching assistants, watching my 4 year old climb into her buggy, eager for her after-school snack. Although it was only her second term in Reception, I’d noticed she seemed uninterested in the alphabet, while other children could already write their names. But I was only really thinking out loud. Even to me, it seemed ridiculously early to be jumping to any conclusions. “Probably” she shot back over the general hubbub. I admit, I was shocked. But looking back years later, finally in possession of a formal diagnosis, I appreciate her honesty. I only wish I had acted sooner; it could have saved so much struggle and frustration. READ MORE
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MAOAM’s Top Halloween Hi folks. Max here. For those who don’t know, I’m not just the green guy you see on your bags of MAOAM. I’m MAOAM’s favourite mischief-maker too! And, I’m sharing with you some of my favourite family Halloween pranks. Let the mischief commence!
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Spider Scare
Cut out a paper spider and stick it inside a lampshade. When a family member turns on the lamp, they will think it’s REAL!
Blood for Water
Re-vamp your bathroom with this ghoulish trick! Place red food dye gel around the tap. When turned on…. gasp! The kids will see blood streaming from the taps.
Spooky Hot Dog Fingers
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Creepy Sock Puppet
These aren’t just any old sock puppets. These are stinking scary ones! Grab some old socks. For the eyes, attach two delicious MAOAM Pinballs with glue and you’re ready for some spooktacular mischief. Remember, the Pinballs are decoration only! Find loads more, super cool (and mischievous) family prank ideas at our Mischief Hub.
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Autumn Outdoors Enjoy these seasonal outdoor activities with the family.
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HORNIMAN MUSEUM AND GARDENS 100 London Road, Forest Hill SE23 3PQ, www.horniman.ac.uk Explore the world of different cultures on your doorstep in Forest Hill. Beautiful gardens, stunning displays, an aquarium and of course, the world-famous walrus await visitors. UP AT THE O2 Peninsula Square, Greenwich SE10 0DX, www.theo2.co.uk Take a 90-minute outdoor climb over the roof of the O2 for panoramic views of the capital. Climbs are led by expert guides with extensive training and local knowledge. SOUTHBANK CENTRE Belvedere Road SE1 8XX, www.southbankcentre.co.uk Find some peace at 'Among the Trees', a new exhibition at the Hayward Gallery featuring the work of 37 artists in visual and musical interpretations of trees, forests and woodlands from many continents.
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What’s On LONDON TRANSPORT MUSEUM Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 7BB www.ltmuseum.co.uk Enjoy the Museum’s stunning exhibits, historic vehicles and world -famous posters, which together reveal how public transport shaped life in London over the last 220 years in the days before we had to wear masks to travel. THE SCIENCE MUSEUM South Kensington, SW7 2DD www.sciencemuseum.org.uk Pre-book your free ticket and take in exhibits from Wonderlab, the Equinor Gallery, Medicine, The Wellcome Galleries and Driverless, Who's in Control? Don't forget Science City, Mission to Mercury and so much more! NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM South Kensington, SW7 5BD, www.nhm.ac.uk Enjoy family favourites including whales, dinosaurs, fossils and volcanoes. Don't forget to visit the Ostro Stone and the Giant Sequoia as well as Sophie the Stegosaurus - all solo, self-guided tours. VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM Cromwell Road SW7 2RL, www.vam.ac.uk A wealth of world history awaits visitors as the galleries fully re-open for visitors to explore. Discover Buddhism, ancient China, Japan, Korea, South Asia and more through sculpture, fashions and fascinating artefacts. BRITISH MUSEUM Great Russell Street WC1B 3DG, www.britishmuseum.org Step inside and walk through two million years of history on a one-way route that travels through more than 23 galleries. Alternatively, many of the galleries can be explored via Google Street View.
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MUSEUM OF LONDON and MUSEUM OF LONDON DOCKLANDS EC2Y 5HN www.museumoflondon.org.uk Open once again to ticketed visitors, young and old can explore the museum in person or take part in some of their online activities and learn more about pre-Covid London. From 2 October at the Museum of London, a new free exhibition ‘Dub London: Bassline of a City’ will celebrate dub reggae music and culture in the capital, from its roots in Jamaican culture to how it has shaped communities and cultureover the last 50 years. TATE MODERN Bankside SE1 9TG, www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-modern Discover the gallery’s extensive international collection of modern and contemporary art.
Get ready for this spook-tacular event at Westfield on 17 and 18 October, including a hall of mirrors and zombie photo wall. I’ll make sure the Big Wigs at MAOAM HQ leave a treat for you to enjoy too. For the full tour list, check out the MAOAM Mischief Hub.
FULHAM PALACE Bishop’s Avenue SW6 6EA, www.fulhampalace.org Tour the house and gardens, learn about archaeology, tour the house and take in the Bishops of London Palace Fulham exhibition, on until November, 2020. CHELSEA PHYSIC GARDEN 66 Royal Hospital Road SW3 4HS, www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk Aah - autumn in the fresh air - lovely. London’s oldest botanic garden is home to more than 5,000 different plant as well as walks, talks and fun for the entire family. Check out their painting workshops, peek behind the scenes and learn about first aid with plants. familiesonline.co.uk
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