As we embark on the journey of nurturing our children’s growth and learning, we recognize the invaluable role that parents play as key partners in our school community. It is our commitment to ensure that parents are consistently informed about the latest developments in the field of education. By doing so, we aim to empower parents with the knowledge and insights necessary to make well-informed decisions regarding their child’s early education.

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How screens affect sleep in children

Research indicates that children are more sensitive to blue light, but they often spend as much, if not more, time on screens than adults. Sleep plays a pivotal role in...

How do I know if my baby is sleeping enough?

Sleep needs vary substantially from baby to baby. Just because your baby sleeps less than the average baby does not mean they lack sleep. Conversely, just because your baby falls...

How do I keep my baby stress-free?

Parenting stress is contagious and it’s important to prevent your baby from feeling stressed too. Toxic stress in babies is a predictor of behavioral issues, or even worse, it can...

How recess affects child development

Over time, recess has gotten progressively shorter. Now, many parents view recess as a mere “break from learning.” In reality, the playing and interactions your child experiences during recess are...

How the ages 2 - 7 shape brain development

The “golden window” that is rarely talked about The ages of 2 – 7 years old is a critical period for brain development (which predicts academic and social success). Many...

Maximizing your baby's "Golden Window"

Why it’s called the golden window During the first 1000 days of life, your baby’s brain is forming neural connections at the fastest pace of their lives (1000 per second)....

The science of critical thinking skills

What is critical thinking?  The concept of critical thinking dates back over 2500 years. The National Council for Excellence in Critical Thinking established a lengthy definition for critical thinking. In...

Learning critical skills through play

Children use many skills at once during play  When children play they don’t think about playing to gain new skills. Nevertheless, play creates many learning opportunities. For example, when children...

How children use play to understand the world around them

Sensory overload Young children are bombarded with sensations and information everyday. They struggle to understand their experiences and make sense of the world and their place in it. How can...