Parents

More than 4 in 5 head teachers say they have been abused by a parent in the last year

3 ways schools handle angry parents - as 4 out of 5 heads face abuse

There are just a few days left to accept or decline a school place

Deadline to accept Peterborough secondary school places just days away

NICU team, Helen Taylor, specialist neonatal counsellor, Katie Barke, ward manager, Lucy Robertshaw, neonatal occupational therapist and Carrie Hadfield, senior sister.

Peterborough City Hospital chosen for new scheme to help premature babies

Chickenpox is a viral infection that mostly affects children, but you can get it at any age

Warning to parents over the dangers of 'chicken pox parties'

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The best pocket money cards and apps to teach financial independence

New app 'Parent Geenee' can limit how your child uses different apps at home, school - or even at friend's hosues

The new app that lets parents customise what apps kids use, and where

It's never to early to start talking about careers

Three ways to talk to your child about their future career plans

PCC is offering a host of fun activities to eligible school-age children over the Easter holidays.

Youngsters encouraged to sign up for Easter holiday activities in Peterborough

Children dressed up for World Book Day are welcomed to school by their headteacher in 2021 (Photo: Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)

Parents spend up to £50 on kids' World Book Day outfits – how to save

Honey is a popular pancake topping - but it shouldn't be given to children under one.

The one ingredient you should never feed your baby on Pancake Day

Secondary school place offers have been sent out to families in Peterborough today - parents have a right to appeal if they are unhappy with the decision

Peterborough secondary school offers sent out – how to appeal

Some groups of children get legal priority when it comes to school places, and schools also have their own criteria for handling too many applications

Which children get priority when it comes to secondary school places

These are the 10 essential questions to ask your partner before the baby arrives.

10 questions you should ask your partner before you have a baby

A photo of children using smartphones

Screenagers: Smartphone impact on children

This test can be make-or-break when it comes to getting into a grammar school, but preparing doesn't need to be stressful

Eight fun ways to prepare your child for the grammar school 11+ exam

Starting secondary school can be a scary time for children

Children's 7 biggest fears about starting secondary school
Starting secondary school can be a scary time for children 😱
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You have the right to appeal if your child isn't offered a place in your secondary school of choice

How to appeal if your child doesn't get into chosen secondary school

English schoolchildren have plenty of holidays to look forwards to throughout the year

England's school term dates for 2025 - including when half-term ends

The Government says the new guidance will help parents save cash by preventing 'overcharging on childcare'

How much you could save on free childcare - as new 'protections' added

National secondary school offers day is coming up quick

When is secondary school offers day - and what parents need to know

About two in five parents struggle with primary school maths terminology

The homework subject parents dread helping with the most uncovered

Yes, you really can buy a pair of Crocs for £8. If you must...

Amazon is selling genuine kids' Crocs for £8 - but there is a catch

Photo of children with smartphones

What to Watch This Week: The Death of Nightlife?

Nearly seven in 10 scammed children are left feeling anxious as a result

7 signs your child is being scammed online - and how to keep them safe

Half term can be a stressful time for parents but it doesn't have to be.

The nine ways that parents can beat the stress this half term

There are plenty of safe and child-friendly apps that can help young people build essential skills

Top 4 apps for building kids' reading and maths skills this half-term

Student puts their hand up.

Ofsted Chief Inspector says it’s time to rethink school holiday length
Politics expert Dr Steve McCabe talks about how any alterations to the length of school holidays could affect students, parents and teachers.
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Formula for Fulfilled Kids = Good Nutrition + Quality Time + Outdoor Play!

Parents struggle to balance kids' needs. according to study

File photo of a pile of pound sterling notes

Maternity and paternity payments to rise in April: how much you’ll get

These sixth forms were among England's top performing state schools for A Levels last year

The 21 top state sixth forms for A Levels in England named

EE and BAFTA empower teens to create a film, mentored by Daisy Edgar Jones and an award-winning crew

Parents worry about their kids' career aspirations due to rise in tech

Over 14,000 under 17-year-olds sought treatment for addiction between 2023/2024

Ad Feature UK teen drug and alcohol addiction is a "growing crisis", experts warn

These questions can get your child really thinking about their phone use

3 ways to discuss problem screen time with your kids

Krispy Kreme and happn create 'Doughnuts & Dates' spots

The top 15 early dating 'icks' revealed

From helping teach essential skills to connecting you with your child's nursery school - there's probably an app for that

Four of the best apps for parents of babies and toddlers

Flo Topham (L) and Camille Porhel, who play for York Railway Institute (YRI) AFC u12s Girls, have launched a campaign defending their right to have short hair, after they were accused of being boys during a game.

We were accused of cheating at football...because we have short hair

Signs your children could be struggling with their mental health.

Four signs your child might be struggling with their mental health

Parents would notice a few key differences if the changes go ahead as currently pitched

What the proposed Ofsted changes could mean for parents

'Outstanding' and 'good' grades will disappear under the proposed new traffic light system

The 9 new criteria Ofsted may judge schools on, and the 5 new 'grades'

Pupils at Nova Primary Academy in Peterborough celebrate their recent Ofsted success.

Primary school celebrates 'exceptional progress' following Ofsted result

John Panayis at fish and chip shop Nick's Plaice in Northampton.

Watch: Britain's oldest chip shop worker, 91, still does 30 hour weeks

A record number of notices for term-time holidays were issued in the last school year

The rules for taking children on holiday during term time explained

Walking to school alone can be good for a child's sense of independence, but they need to learn to do it safely

10 top tips for children walking to school alone - and when they can

Young children and babies are at risk of suffering more serious symptoms of norovirus and can become dehydrated which may require medical treatment.

Parents warned not to send babies with these five symptoms to nursery

Looking to head to a UK music festival with the family in 2025? Why not opt for one with something for both older and younger festivalgoers this year?

15 family friendly festivals taking place in the UK throughout 2025

These next few months of exam prep will be crucial

21 things parents can do at home to help children prepare for GCSEs

More than one in four parents in a recent study admitted bending the rules to get a place at a preferred school

School admission criteria explained, as parents admit 'breaking rules'

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

Louis Bennett and Kay Chalaris with young Aris.

Watch: Boy, 2, goes backpacking in Asia to “discover the world”

Moment more than 200 sheep run through town.

Watch: Moment more than 200 sheep are herded through town

Storm Éowyn has made it unsafe to travel in some parts of the UK

The rules for keeping your child home during weather warnings

The one thing you should never put in your child's packed lunch (Photo: Nina L/peopleimages.com - stock.adobe.com)

Foods you should not include in your child's packed lunch box

The House of Commons' Education Committee took a deep dive into the effects of screen time on children last year

11 ways phone use impacts children, from school to mental health

Common red flags include passing up on spending face-to-face time with friends, or secretly staying up late on phones or computers

The 20 common signs that your child is having too much screen time

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