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There are some reasons to celebrate as we head into autumn. For starters our children will hopefully be back at school or nursery after a huge break, which is really good news for all. This autumn also marks the 30 year anniversary of Families Magazine, first launched in London in 1990. Throughout the next 12 months, we’ll have lots of freebies on offer for our subscribers to mark this milestone. So sign up if you don’t want to miss out! It’s FREE. To get the ball rolling we’re delighted to offer you the chance to win a family holiday to Santa’s Lapland in Finland! See below for details. In the meantime, we hope you find this issue useful in negotiating the start to the new school and nursery year.
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LOCAL NEWS
DN Dance
Looking for a fun, inclusive and welcoming class for your child?
Enrolments are now open for our dance and performing arts classes across Edinburgh, for boys and girls at all ages, levels and abilities. Thousands across Edinburgh have joined the DN Family since we launched 10 years ago - head to www.dndance.co.uk for more details and to secure your space. READ MORE
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Doodles
Doodles is delighted to be open to the public again and taking bookings for socially distanced creative fun for all the family. With appropriate PPE baby imprints and children’s hand and foot prints can be done in the shop. Booking is essential. In the coming weeks preparations will begin for Halloween and (dare I say it?!) Christmas! Check the website for updates. READ MORE
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Edinburgh Dance Academy
EDA are REOPENING! Classes in RAD Ballet, Commercial, Pre School Dance, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Turns, Limbering, Progressing Ballet Technique, Contemporary, Competition, Adult Dance, Adult Ballet/Barre and a weekly class for children with Additional Support Needs. Open to everyone. To book a class or a free trial lesson please call 0131 334 4299 or email READ MORE
Hanah Mack
Hanah Mack Music Tuition After School online lessons and classes Currently enrolling new students for remote piano lessons, age 6+, and singing lessons, age 10+. Coming soon the Solfa singing groups will be back up and running online, as well as nursery singing sessions for preschool children. Go to website, or email for more information!
Universe of Language
German and French Language Immersion for Babies (0-3) Suitable for German/Frenchspeaking families. In a German/ French setting, we chat over coffee and cake and learn nursery rhymes and songs. Parents with limited German/French abilities can be taught informally during the sessions facilitated by a German/ French-speaking professional with expertise in bilingualism. Click here to find out more READ MORE familiesonline.co.uk
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LOCAL NEWS
Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth is back! Book online and visit from October 2020. As a special reopening offer when you buy a day ticket we will upgrade you to an Annual Explorer Pass free. Additional outdoor family activities will be taking place throughout the month keep an eye on www.dynamicearth. co.uk and social media channels for the latest information.
6 September 2020
Real Foods
Have you exhausted all your usual family haunts during lockdown? Real Foods have put together a great guide to places you can get out and about to with the family. Click here for parks, beaches, hills, local attractions and more. Pop into one of their shops and stock up on some healthy treats to take with you!
Kip McGrath Education Centres
Lessons are available at both the Marchmont and Inverleith Centres as well as online. You can also book a FREE assessment Professional English and Maths Tutoring for all ages. Personalised Learning Programmes.
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Free Learning Support Resources Need some additional tools to help your child catch up at school?
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EDUCATION
PORTOBELLO
Kumon Portobello Instructor, Victoria Olu-Audu tells us more about how Kumon is helping children thrive in Education during this challenging year. Victoria, tell us a bit about yourself: My first job after University was teaching at an overseas Secondary School. I then went on to qualify as a Professional Accountant but retained my passion for the education of children. I am a lifelong learner myself and am just about to start a Master’s in Social Innovation (specialising in education reform) programme at Cambridge University later this year. I live in Edinburgh with my husband and 9-year-old daughter. Tell us about Kumon: The Kumon method helps children develop a solid foundation in Maths and English study. It prioritises the development of independent study skills while fostering a love for learning in all areas of life. It is also a great intervention tool for children of all ages who are struggling in Maths and English. How has Kumon Portobello supported children during the pandemic?:
What does Kumon have to offer children who may have fallen behind in their studies due to the lockdown? We have increased our capacity, to deal with the surge in demand for our services. The Kumon method is highly effective at helping children regain their confidence not only in their Maths and English studies but in all areas of learning. Click here to sign up for a free Maths and English Assessment. We are offering discounts on registration as well as discounts on fees for all families who sign up for tutoring in 2 subjects or more. We are looking forward to resuming face to face classes and will continue to offer this alongside online classes. To keep up to date on all our offers, please follow our facebook page by clicking here You can also call Victoria on 07852 677504 or email
We moved our classes to live online sessions while maintaining the use of daily worksheets, which we send out by post to the children. It has worked very well to minimise the impact of the lockdown on our students’ education as they continued to make good progress in their Maths and English studies. It also helped the children to maintain an important aspect of their daily routine and our parents are very happy. 8 September 2020
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18 Top New Children’s Books for Autumn
Duck and Penguin That Dog! Things I Love by Emma Lazell. Do Not Like Bear Will smart dog outwit the Susie Linn/Alex Willmore. Sleepovers Julia Woolf. Night time adventure for babies/toddlers.
dog-nappers? For babies/toddlers.
Scenes and activities little ones will recognise. For babies/toddlers.
The Diddle That Dummed
It’s OK to Cry
I’m Sticking with You
Kes Gray/Fred Blunt. Laughter, music, word play & silliness. Ages 3+.
Molly Potter/Sarah Jennings. Great intro to emotions. Ages 3+.
Moth
The Blue Giant
Egneus. Powerful/ visually spectacular evolution story. Ages 5+.
story about pollution in our oceans. Ages 5+.
Smriti Halls/Steve Small. A story about friendship. Ages 3+.
Super Milly and the By Isabel Thomas/Daniel By Katie Cottle. Poignant Super School Day
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By Owen Millward. Upbeat/funny picture book about kindness. Ages 5+.
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18 Top New Children’s Books for Autumn
Mermaid School: Ready, Steady, Swim!
Noah Wild and the Floating Zoo
Lucy Courtenay/Sheena Dempsey. An underwater school story. Ages 7+.
Alexander Mccall Smith. An ordinary boy’s heartwarming/extraordinary feat. Ages 7+.
Louis Sachar/Aleksei Bitskoff. Brilliantly illustrated story of mixedup mayhem. Ages 7+.
My Name is River
Turtle Boy
Health Heroes
The Virus
Return to Wonderland
The Unadoptables
Beneath the Cloud of Doom
Emma Rea. M. Evan Wolkenstein. Emily Sharratt. Thrilling, ecological A story offering hope/ ‘Health heroes’ talk adventure in the Amazon new perspectives to life’s about their working lives. jungle. Ages 9+. outsiders. Ages 9+. Ages 9+.
Ben Martynoga/Moose Allain. Explores the science behind viruses/Covid-19 pandemic. Ages 11+. 10 September 2020
Wonderland-inspired stories from top contemporary authors. Ages 11+.
Hana Tooke/Ayesha L.Rubio. Adventure set in oldworld Amsterdam/ surrounds. Ages 11+.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Coping with Back to School Stress
Starting a new school year after Covid-19 may mean both parents and children feel more anxious than usual. So what can we do to help our children go back to school feeling more happy and relaxed? Claire Winter speaks to some experts. READ MORE
St George’s has long since led the way in the provision of allthrough schooling for girls in Edinburgh. The school exists to promote educational excellence for girls both inside and outside the classroom. Join us online to take part in our virtual open days on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September.
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PROFESSIONAL TUITION IN MATHS & ENGLISH FOR ALL AGES CENTRES IN MARCHMONT & INVERLEITH
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SCHOOL NEWS
We know that choosing the right school for your child is a big decision. At ESMS, we believe that our unique family of independent schools for boys and girls gives children the best of all educational and extra-curricular approaches, ensuring that children are able to make the best social, emotional and academic progress possible. READ MORE
Clifton Hall Nursery aims for all children to feel secure, cared for and to be enthusiastic learners through the provision of indoor and outdoor environments which stimulate curiosity, imagination and creativity from the wide choice of high quality resources freely available. The Nursery frequently utilises the extensive school grounds including weekly Forest Fridays using the Forest Kindergarten approach. READ MORE
The Mary Erskine School Stewart’s Melville College The Junior School
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Clifton Hall School Nursery for children aged 3-5 years old Providing preschool education and care for up to 40 children in a secure and stimulating environment
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Newbridge, Edinburgh EH28 8LQ • Tel: 0131 333 1359 • office@cliftonhall.org.uk • www.cliftonhall.com
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SCHOOL NEWS
A safe place to explore, to go on magical adventures, where every one of us is respected, and challenged to learn by our inspiring, inventive teachers. George Watson’s College is an independent school on a singlecampus in Edinburgh, delivering a world-class education. Our pupils have the freedom to succeed academically and are encouraged to reach for their dreams. We celebrate the opportunities that our pupils have to experience different, take on new frontiers, perform on the field of play - or under the brightest of lights. The wellbeing of our pupils is also central to everything we do. We often say that when the sun doesn’t shine we’re there to hold their hand and to find a way through together. READ MORE
A place where everyone of us is respected, challenged to learn by our inventive teachers, encouraged to experience new frontiers, and given the freedom to succeed.
Digital Open Morning 3 October 2020 9.30am. Register at www.gwc.org.uk/joinus An Edinburgh Merchant Company School, Registered Charity SC009747
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SCHOOL NEWS
George Heriot’s welcomes children from 4 to 18 in a co-educational setting. Our emphasis is on developing each child’s potential through an ethos of working hard, being kind and being happy. Heriot’s is a family community – Junior and Senior schools together on one historic campus. We have high expectations of our young people and we want them to enjoy their learning. Means-tested financial assistance is available to help with school fees, including fully-funded places for children who have lost a parent.. Our Open Morning will be held on Saturday 3 October in 2020 and on Saturday 25 September in 2021. Please contact the Admissions Office on 0131 221 6709 or visit. READ MORE
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SCHOOL NEWS
Academic excellence through holistic development. Founded in 1827, the well-established and historical Loretto School is situated in a safe and enclosed 85acre campus on East Lothian’s coast, in Musselburgh. It is also home to the renown Loretto Golf Academy. As one of the UK’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools, pupils here thrive in an enriching environment where they can develop to their full potential. In addition to strong academic programmes, pupils are heavily engaged in Performing & Creative Arts as well as Sports and Outdoor Pursuits, as part of the School’s focus on holistic development. A warm and welcoming atmosphere creates a cosy and homely environment for pupils, whether or not they are boarders. READ MORE
Loretto Pre-School
A small school, big on heart, big on ambition Don’t miss our virtual open days 26 September 2020 (Senior School) and 3 October 2020 (Junior School) Book on 0131 653 4455 or at admissions@loretto.com Loretto School – Independent, boarding and day school for girls & boys aged 3-18 | www.loretto.com | Fb @LorettoSchool | Tw @LorettoHead
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SCHOOL NEWS
As we return back to campus after the largest change to school routine since we were evacuated during World War II, we can confirm that Cargilfield is a school that provides the best all-round education, whatever the circumstances. Through a period of remote learning, we prided ourselves on daily contact with teachers and lots of live teaching. Now that we are back, we are looking forward to offering again the best of teaching, pastoral care and all-round activity – be it music, sport, drama, creative arts and much more Come and see what it is to be part of the Cargilfield family. READ MORE
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EVERYDAY ADVENTURE A co-educational preparatory school from Nursery to age 13. You are invited to our Open Morning events on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd October. To register your interest please phone us on 0131 336 2207 or email Fiona Craig, our Registrar: registrar@cargilfield.com
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SCHOOL NEWS VIR TU 19t AL O hS ept PEN em DA ber Y
Warm and friendly atmosphere • Boys and girls from 7 years Small class sizes (maximum 18) • After-school care available until 7pm ‘Sector-leading’ pastoral care • Vibrant co-curricular programme with 30+ options 12 core sports taught • Award-winning catering
“A happy, safe environment - completely child-focused” To arrange a visit, please call our Admissions Department on 0131 311 6744 admissions@fettes.com www.fettes.com
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SCHOOL NEWS
Fettes Prep is nestled in the beautiful 100 acres Fettes College campus and welcomes boys and girls from 7 years old. The happiness of your child is vital so within our welcoming community, we take time to know you child, nurture their talents and support them to thrive and grow. Learning Whether your child loves maths or science, writing, learning languages or expressing themselves through the arts, there is a place for them at Fettes Prep. Small class sizes, exceptional teaching and specialists teachers for all year groups will keep your children engaged & enthused. Life Each child’s wellbeing is the most important part of their life at Fettes Prep as we want your child to learn in a happy, safe environment supported by caring staff and like-minded peers. We offer boarding for boys and girls, each a caring community designed to be a real home-from-home. Sport Sport is an integral part of a healthy and active lifestyle, developing key skills such as teamwork and communication. Our aim in the Prep School is to balance ‘sport for all’ with our ethos of sporting excellence so every child wins a place on a Fettes school team so that they can look forward to competitive games against other schools. 18 September 2020
The Arts We allocate generous time to the arts because it encourages creativity and builds confidence helping our students to explore and understand the world around them, gain confidence and think creatively. Co-Curricular We encourage all of our students to try new activities, challenge themselves and embrace all of the opportunities Fettes has on offer (which includes 40+ activities). To find out more about the incredible start to life Fettes Prep can give your son or daughter, simply call our Admissions Department on +44 131 311 6744 or email. READ MORE familiesonline.co.uk
SCHOOL NEWS
Top Homework Tips Where, When and How
Let THEM Do the Work
Create space. If possible, this should be a communal space but one with minimal distractions. This enables parental supervision/input without it feeling like an intrusion.
Provide guidance, not answers. Use questioning to help them get as close to the answer as they can but don’t tell them.
Establish a routine. Some children prefer to do homework straight after school; others need to ‘unwind’ or eat first. Whatever is decided, stick to it. Get organised. Have your child do the hard work first when they are most alert. Help them make a “Done/To Do” list.
Let them make mistakes. Giving answers means they will not learn the material and their teacher will not know how much they understand it. Step in only when progress comes to a halt. Encourage them to set small positive targets promoting independent working and selfsufficiency.
What YOU Can Offer Discuss homework. Even if you know nothing about a subject, you can still help just by talking, listening and helping them to find the right answer. Use a timer. Challenge your child to estimate how long an assignment might take. Suggest setting a timer for that amount of time, or less. Encourage. Praise effort not achievement. Focus on hard work or improved concentration, handwriting or presentation. Make it positive. Tell them how important school is. Your attitude to homework will influence their attitude. familiesonline.co.uk
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Virtual Family Fun Day Looking after a child is never easy, but it’s never been a more challenging time for families. People have faced unprecedented restrictions on their daily lives and the lack of respite from children’s needs or relationship strains will be taking their toll on many parents. We want to send out a message to all families that that support is still here for you or if you think a family needs extra help, please speak up. Earlier this year, NSPCC Scotland teamed up with the Edinburgh Child Protection Committee to launch the All of Us campaign to let families know where and how they can get advice and support. If you’re worried about someone or for parenting advice and support contact the NSPCC helpline or call 0808 800 5000, weekdays 8am to 10pm and weekends 9am to 6pm. To find out about support where you live visit. Free webinar to help people to help develop an understanding of neglect and how we can better prevent it by understanding the signs that a parent or family might need some extra support and knowing where to signpost them. 20 September 2020
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HEALTH
Clever Ways to Get your Child Eating Healthily By Gabrielle Nash
Do you dread mealtimes? Does your child have little interest in broccoli and beans? Whether you’re trying baby-led weaning or desperate to get vegetables into a pre-schooler, here’s our tips on how to give your child the best start at the dinner table. READ MORE
More Healthy Eating Tips Dr Pandora Giles (University of East London) outlines her ideas. • Make meal times fun. Chat, sing, talk about the food. • Encourage food play. Make faces out of fruit or a forest with broccoli! • Offer new foods alongside a favourite. • Swap excessive milk/juice between meals for water if your child is eating little. • Have clear mealtimes of around 20 minutes. • Eat with your child. Offer encouragement. • It’s never too late. Tastes change, so you can introduce variety at any point.
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ACTIVITIES
Autumn Outdoors Enjoy these seasonal outdoor activities with the family.
Bark Rubbing
Autumn Scavenger Hunt
Conkers
Mushroom Hunting
Tree Decorating
Making and Flying a Kite
Building a Hedgehog Home
Litter Picking
Making a Leaf Maze
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Great Autumn Crafts Join our friends at MyBaba and get crafty with the kids!
Autumn Leaf Pictures
3D Autumn Tree Craft
Autumn Leaf Sun Catchers
Autumn Play Dough
Painted Leaves
Leaf Rubbing Busy Bag
Animal Seed Collage
Leaf Chromatography
Autumn Sensory Tray
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HALLOWEEN
9 Best Halloween Recipes Creative Halloween party snacks for all the family to enjoy making and eating.
Sticky Toffee Apples
Spider Pizzas
Frozen Banana Ghosts
Scary Halloween Jelly
Sausage Mummy Dippers
Halloween Cupcakes
Spooky Pumpkin Soup
Eerie Eyeball Pops
Pumpkin Rice Krispies Treats
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PARENTING
Dealing with Separation Anxiety
Children with OCD: Recognising the Signs
Transitions are always stressful, and even more so if you have been out of the swing of things for a while. Dr Sarah Mundy from Parenting through Stories has created a guide to give you some ideas about the best ways to support your child through separation anxiety.
Children worry. Feeling anxious, having doubts, or being worried is normal at any age. However, those who are experiencing OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), may feel unable to stop focussing on those feelings – no matter how much they want to. This can compel them to behave in particular ways. READ MORE
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Keep it Moving!
By Gabrielle Nash @thelondonishmum
One of the pleasant, unexpected consequences of lockdown, was witnessing so many families taking to their screens for some physical activity courtesy of the likes of Joe Wicks and Cosmic Kids Yoga. Wouldn’t it be amazing to stay motivated to be physically active? READ MORE familiesonline.co.uk
Top Tips for Getting Active
Don’t be over-ambitious. Be active often, rather than attempting a 10 mile hike! Make it fun. Dance! Put on some tunes that get your kids moving. Set screen time limits. Make time. Think of creative ways to be extra active. Can you cycle to a friend’s house? Can you get off the bus one stop earlier? It all counts. Look for new options. New places to visit for physical activity or new types of activity to try. Set a good example. Live an active life. Explain to your children that it makes you feel good and STRONG! September 2020 25
PARENTING
Is Bedtime a Battle?
What Do We Say to the School about our Separation?
By Rebecca Giraud & Bob Greig
How one member of a family is sleeping will almost definitely affect everyone in your home. Maybe sleep patterns have shifted? Maybe getting your child to bed was always hard, or getting them to stay in their bed once you got them there? Sound familiar? Help is at hand READ MORE
Any parent who has been through a separation will understand the massive stress it involves and the anxiety around co-parenting. One of the important issues that can get overlooked in the mix is what to tell your child’s school. READ MORE
Meaningful Moments By Claire Winter
We all lead busy lives, with endless to-do lists and children with many hobbies. Naturally family time can fall by the wayside sometimes. Yet spending time together is essential if we want a happy and inclusive family environment. So why not plan some family moments this autumn? READ MORE 26 September 2020
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9 Best Board Games For rainy weekends and as the nights draw in!
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Peppa Pig Muddly Puddle Game
Great first game with simple rules and quick games. Ages 2.5-5yrs.
Fast paced game testing memory and matching skills. Ages 3+.
Help George jump over muddles puddles to climb the hill. Ages 4+.
Cheeky Monkeys
Bananagrams
Jenga
Hang the monkey on the tree. Fun game of chance. Ages 4-8yrs.
Fast paced version of Scrabble. Ages 7+.
Take wooden blocks off the tower without it toppling! Ages 6+.
Monopoly Deal
Hey, That’s My Fish!
Einstein Eats Eggs
15 minute Monopoly – perfect intro to this classic game. Ages 8+. familiesonline.co.uk
Award-winning game of strategic fish hunting. For ages 8+.
High speed Charadestype guessing game. Ages 10+.
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