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Re: Parents not paying for end of year present?

I think the sentiment is that your child thanks the teacher themselves. I would buy a selection of small gifts, usually chocolates or toiletries, and my children would choose something for each staff member they wanted to thank. They would also write a card and then give the gift. Although this mean...
Replies: 16
Mon Jul 17, 2023 7:27 pm

Re: Excluded from school sports day

Before you go down the legal route, I would recommend you speak to the school to find out exactly why your child was excluded. As already mentioned, it could have been for reasons that are not obvious and maybe they just weren’t communicated to your or your son properly. Equally, it could have just ...
Forum: Schools
Replies: 19
Tue May 30, 2023 3:47 pm

Re: Independent secondary for smart boy with severe anxiety

I’m sorry that your son is having problems- most schools are experiencing more children than ever requiring some extra help. I would say that whether you choose a private or state school, do lots of research into what and how much help and support the school will actually be able to offer your son. ...
Forum: Schools
Replies: 16
Mon Apr 24, 2023 5:25 pm

Re: Recommended Plumber

GB Plumbing is very good. 07771 737161
Replies: 3
Mon Mar 13, 2023 8:04 am

Re: Sacred Heart and St Mary’s (Battersea)

My children went to Sacred Heart, but left 11 years ago. However, it was a fantastic school, I could not rate the foundation stage highly enough. Jared Brading was the head then, I think he still is in which case I’d say it’s still very good. My advice is to have a visit to see it in action. Good lu...
Replies: 2
Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:57 am

Re: Sacred Heart and St Mary’s (Battersea)

My children went to Sacred Heart, but left 11 years ago. However, it was a fantastic school, I could not rate the foundation stage highly enough. Jared Brading was the head then, I think he still is in which case I’d say it’s still very good. My advice is to have a visit to see it in action. Good lu...
Replies: 2
Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:56 am

Re: Where to get a suit for a 16- year -old?

There’s a Trinity Hospice charity shop in Wimbledon that has a connection to Hugo Boss, meaning they receive brand new suits to resell. I just bought my son trousers, shirt and jacket for £90, all Hugo brand. They have all sizes, and you can buy items individually, which you could then have altered ...
Replies: 11
Sat Apr 30, 2022 8:28 am

Re: baby hygiene

Speak to your GP or midwife at your next appointment to see if there are any post natal or ante natal classes you could attend. Or you could contact NCT (National Childbirth Trust). They run classes but they charge a fee. Good luck!
Forum: Childcare
Replies: 1
Mon Jan 17, 2022 8:53 pm

Re: I have two boys and now really want a baby girl.

I have three sons and I have a very close relationship with my youngest, just because of his personality. So what I am saying is that there is no guarantee that a daughter would be close to you or that your sons won’t. You just need to decide if you want three children, and you will, I’m sure, be de...
Replies: 13
Mon Dec 20, 2021 10:21 pm

Re: coffee morning mothers having a go at my son and me without realising I was in the room

I can’t believe that any parent would think it acceptable to use a class coffee morning to criticise a child and their parent. Let them get on with it and ignore their comments.
Replies: 14
Mon Oct 25, 2021 9:10 am

Re: how long do we put up with the classroom disruption before we say something?

Ex Valley Doll A spoiled birthday party is really not comparable to a child taking their life. I work in a mainstream school with children who have ASD. There are lots of things that could have been put in place to avoid what happened at the party, perhaps they weren’t explored or planned. My heart ...
Forum: Schools
Replies: 31
Mon Sep 27, 2021 1:30 pm

Re: plumber recommendation

GB Plumbing and Heating are excellent. 07771 737161
Replies: 6
Mon Aug 02, 2021 8:16 am

Re: Second baby due soon - how to cope with two?

I bet it won’t be as hard as you think. I was “warned “ that it would be difficult, but for me nothing was as challenging as going from no children to one. Going from one to two was much easier. Keep in touch with other mums, accept help when offered and accept that initially you won’t be able to do...
Replies: 5
Mon Jun 28, 2021 12:30 pm

Re: ASD/Aspergers help please

Hello, I work with children who have ASD among other things. Your situation sounds very similar to a child I worked with last year. You have been given such good advice here, but may I also add one thing? It will become even more important that you and your husband present a united front and parent ...
Replies: 8
Mon Feb 22, 2021 5:12 pm

Re: 12 yrs old tantrums, homeschooling, lockdown etc...

I sympathise with you. The children are as frustrated as us about not being able to see friends, attend their hobbies and clubs etc, and pre teens/ teenagers are emotional and hormonal. However, knowing what the problem is doesn’t make it easier to deal with, but I find comfort knowing this is norma...
Replies: 3
Mon Feb 01, 2021 8:25 pm