It's almost mid year, that means parent teacher interview time. Parents rejoice the moment that note comes home with the little box checked, interview required - yes. Yeah right. With this many children (half a dozen plus one, in case you're just coming in), I am fast becoming a pro at the art of the parent... Continue Reading →
Mr Thorne does Phonics – iPad App
I've been given the chance to test drive another educational iPad app, thank you Mr Thorne. Mr Thorne does Phonics, created by Mr Thorne himself. It stemmed from his role as Head Phonics Teacher for the Solihull Local Authority, leading to You Tube videos of Phonic tuition with over 2 millions hits on his channel. ... Continue Reading →
Kids say the funniest things… An ode to Mummy
I am busy clearing out for the big move, and came across this treasure from my daughter Lucy. How hard would her teacher have been laughing, after sending this home?! At least know I'm loved. In some strange ways. Indeed.