I just found out that my teenager has been skipping classes during the week and has recently skipped two full days of school. I tried to…
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ISPCC Launches Shield Anti-Bullying Programme
The Shield Anti-Bullying programme was launched to support schools and clubs in the proactive management of bullying
Continue readingBody Image and Back to School
Fiona Flynn, Youth Development Officer with Bodywhys talks about body image concerns and eating disorders in children and young people.
Continue readingISPCC expands Smart Moves – the Free Resilience Building Programme for Children
Smart Moves is designed to increase the resilience of young people making the transition between primary and secondary schools.
Continue reading7 things to teach your child before they start college life
One of the biggest challenges a parent can face is when their child goes to college.
Continue readingHomework/Life Balance – make sure your child knows that school isn’t everything!
Having a child who is dedicated to their schoolwork might sound like a dream to a lot of parents but it’s not always the healthiest thing for them.
Continue readingWhy moving from primary to secondary school is a big deal for children
The end of every August brings that dreaded “back to school” feeling. While this is an exciting time for many for some it can be stressful.
Continue readingWhat to do if your child says they do not want to go to school
Not wanting to go to school is a very common problem for parents – particularly in September after the long summer holidays.
Continue readingCommunicating clearly with your child around the return to school
The upcoming return to school will bring about much change for children and young people.
Continue readingISPCC Childline highlights support for children and families preparing for return to school
ISPCC Childline has welcomed the announcement of plans for children’s return to school later this month and outlined details of support
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