Take on the Term
A great start to the school year starts here. For back to school 2023, we've teamed up with Dr Martha, a clinical psychologist trained in family therapy, and created handy articles to make sure you feel ready to take on the term.
Fresh term feelings
Heading back to the classroom can bring mixed emotions for grown-ups and kids. These articles, videos and tips might help your family feel better about swinging back into the school routine.
Dr Martha gives her top tips for getting your family back into the school routine after a long break.
A parent’s guide to going back to school
We cover how to kickstart a term-time routine and how to prepare as a parent for their first day back.
Read the guide
Budgeting for the new term
See our top tips on how to make your money go further for the things they need, and how to plan their allowance for school.
Get budgetingDid you know that kids get an average of £6.42 weekly pocket money?
Starting secondary school?
If you've got a soon-to-be Year 7, we're here to help your family get set for that leap.
Dr Martha tells us the things that matter most for new Year 7s.
Dr Martha explains the key signs to look out for that mean the shift to secondary is going well.
Manage the milestones
Feel ready to tackle the big milestones around independence, from mobile phones and walking to school alone to after-school freedom.
Dr Martha walks us through how to make the call as a parent or guardian and how to feel safe as a family.
Reselling, babysitting and tutoring were the top earners for kids this year. Is your child yearning to earn?
Walking to school solo
Whilst they might feel ready, are you? Our article could help you decide.
Help me decide
Giving them after-school independence
As kids get older, they’ll want to spend their spare time differently. Here’s how to handle that newfound freedom.
Suss their free time
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