Parents

Introduction If your child’s first language isn’t English, you might be worried about how that will affect them at school. Children who speak EAL (English as an Additional Language) can struggle with the extra challenges that come with learning in another...

The importance of good grammar is frequently emphasised by teachers. But what exactly does it mean, and how can parents help develop their child’s understanding of grammar? Here, we look at: What is grammar? Why is grammar important? What are the benefits of...

Literacy improvement requires motivating students, parents and teachers - here are our top tips for keeping literacy motivation high.

The pros and cons of hiring a tutor, ways hiring a tutor can support your child's learning and the role of literacy in supporting learners.

Why is confidence important? Confidence is an important building block of life. Children who are confident are more likely to: succeed at school succeed in their later careers form good-quality friendships challenge themselves By nurturing your child’s sense...

Why is independent learning important? As a parent, supporting your child as they navigate school and their studies is, of course, a positive and beneficial thing to do. However, it’s important to strike a balance between always being there to help and...

We all know literacy is an important life skill that can affect the chances of success at school and beyond. However, contrary to popular opinion, it doesn’t just refer to reading and writing. Literacy also includes listening, speaking, and evaluating new...

Once you are confident you can ensure your child learns effectively on Bedrock , it’s important to help them put their learning into practice across the curriculum and beyond - we've collated some helpful tips to help you do this. How to help your child put...

Whether your child uses Bedrock at school, home, or both, it brings many benefits: Bedrock is statistically proven to boost vocabulary and literacy – skills that bring benefits across the school curriculum and beyond . Used independently of teachers or...

Find strategies for improving literacy in early years, both at home and in the classroom, helping to close the vocabulary gap and improve attainment.

A love of reading is a strong indicator of literacy outcomes, but how can parents encourage children to read? Find out 7 simple reading tips.

Remote learning While blended learning has always been part of any curriculum that includes homework, learning that takes place completely remotely has been something teachers, learners and parents/guardians have had to adjust to, and quickly, since early...

Literacy is the ability to read, listen to, understand and communicate about information. Not only is literacy crucial for academic success, but it has a large impact on learners’ lives outside of school, including their mental health and job prospects; it’s...

Discover 21 ways to improve your child's vocabulary and boost your child's literacy skills, as well as improving attainment across all subjects.

Parents and teachers, learn about the mastery approach and how mastery learning can improve literacy, as well as how Bedrock supports mastery.

The increasing popularity of homeschooling When schools closed due to Covid-19, homeschooling became an enforced necessity rather than a considered choice. For some, this was a necessity. However, for others, this experienced opened the doors for the potential...

Find 15 reading comprehension activities for kids to improve reading in primary school and support KS1 and KS2 reading improvement.

Definitions and examples of common grammar skills Grammar is the set of rules that govern how a language is spoken and written, helping it to make sense. Grammar is a key component of literacy - children learn and use grammar all through their primary and...

Your whole-school literacy strategy takes more than just teacher support - find simple strategies for involving parents in children's literacy.

Schools often emphasise the importance of literacy in their communication with parents. It’s regarded as a vital life skill – but what exactly does ‘literacy’ mean, why is it important and how can families support the development of their child’s literacy...

Spelling can be a stumbling block for children of all ages – and sometimes even adults, too! English is an especially tricky language when it comes to spelling, as it’s not phonetic. In fact, only 12% of English words are spelt the way they sound, which makes...

Why play literacy games? Vocabulary games are a fantastic way to boost your children's learning, while ensuring that they find fun in all things literacy. In the long term, this satisfies children's need for play while setting in place the fundamentals of...

Why improve literacy at home? Increasingly, literacy improvement is being prioritised as a key focus within schools. Teachers are recognising the huge impact literacy has on a learner's success across the curriculum and outside school. Literate children are...

Why is homework important? As children get older, homework is a hugely important aspect of school life. As well as counting towards final grades and assessments, it encourages: independent learning time management self-discipline responsibility Homework offers...