Overcoming the challenges of primary school swimming education
Introduction The shrill sound of the bell rings, signalling the end of another school day at Timberley Primary Academy. A group of ten children file out of the classroom, clutching…
Introduction The shrill sound of the bell rings, signalling the end of another school day at Timberley Primary Academy. A group of ten children file out of the classroom, clutching…
The importance of swimming proficiency and water safety for children can't be overstated. But did you know that the current state of swimming in primary schools might be holding our…
Growing up and facing the ‘real world’, as they call it, can be tough to navigate for everyone. But the ‘real world’ can be made a lot less scary when…
Do you remember that feeling as a child where you ‘just wanted to do it yourself!’ or that feeling where you ‘didn’t understand why on earth you were learning these…
Introduction Picture your childhood summers: Did they involve splashing around in a local pool, the cool relief of a lake on a hot day, or the rhythmic waves at a sandy…
When it comes to creating unforgettable memories and nurturing young minds, our holiday camps really do set themselves apart from the rest. It's not just about providing a safe space…
“When it comes to health and well-being, exercise is about as close to the magic potion as we can get” - Tich Nhat Hanh (Vietnamese Monk) There isn’t one single…
As parents, you have all most likely heard of the Nature vs Nurture argument. A theory in which we try and figure out if our child is automatically going to…
“Sleep is the best form of meditation” – Dalai Lama Cognitive Ability (Performance in School) Strong scientific research shows that a good night’s sleep can significantly increase how our brain…
For the last week, I have been wracking my brain about how to answer these questions, as a coach and support working and someone who does not personally have to…