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Libraries: Use Them Or Lose Them!

The Vital Role of Local Libraries: Use them or lose them! Living in Kent, we are fortunate to have access to a wide range of local libraries that offer much more than just books. From Dartford Library, our nearest hub, to smaller branches like Fleetdown and Greenhithe Library, these community

Preparing for GCSEs: Why It’s Crucial for Academic Success

Preparing for GCSEs is a crucial step in every student’s educational journey. These exams mark a significant milestone that can shape their academic and career prospects. Though the pressure of exams can be daunting, we can lessen some of the anxiety our children are feeling with proper preparation. The preparation

Save a Life: Teach First Aid in Schools!

Why First Aid Training is So Important – And How We Can Do Better I recently attended an in-person first aid course. I retake this course every three years and have done so for the last 17. Even so, I felt slightly nervous – could I remember how to resuscitate?

The Laundry Fairy

How Does the Laundry Basket Fill Up So Quickly? I spend all of Saturday washing piles and piles of laundry, determined to reach the bottom of the basket. By the evening, I can finally declare victory—it was most definitely empty. Then comes Sunday. I head to the basket to toss

Choosing a Secondary Shool

Choosing the Right Secondary School for Your Child It is that time of year again when those of us with children in Year Six must choose a secondary school for them. For many families, this is an exciting but also daunting experience. There are so many factors to consider: the