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Chelsea Pensioners
The Chelsea Pensioners are a group of retired British soldiers who live at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London. Founded in 1682 by King Charles II,…
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Doing the Work
Our children are growing up in a world that is increasingly fast-paced and competitive. It is estimated that we will make over 35,000 decisions in
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The importance of arts in the development of emotional intelligence
As Gardner, H. (1980) explained, there is not only one intelligence but different types of intelligence whose importance is the same, namely: the linguistic intelligence (being more skillful when using language), the logical-mathematical (which is the ability to develop calculation skills, mathematics, and logic)…
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Did you say Toilet Training?
Toilet training is an important milestone that your child as a toddler (18 months – 3 years old) will master to gain one more step towards independence. However, to be able to reach that point, here are a few things to consider
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The Bilingual Child & Language
Bilingualism refers to the ability to use two languages in everyday life and is on the rise in many parts of the world, with one in three people being bilingual or multilingual.*
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Willows Love Reading
During the first 5 years of their lives, children develop their skills and their understanding much more than in any other period of their lives; they start…
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Adapting Topics for Different Ages
When planning and adapting topics for different ages, our teachers’ knowledge of the WillowsWaytm is key. For instance, the pedagogy of Dewey and Bloom’s…
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Never give up attitude
There is no single answer to the question of what makes an effective learner. However, there are certain qualities and habits that tend to lead to success
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Supporting all Areas of the EYFS
eflecting on how all 7 areas are implemented in the classroom, with particular focus on maths and phonics. At Willows Hammersmith, roughly 40%…
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Why Role Play is Important in Early Years
Role play is a vital part of child development, allowing children to experiment with different identity scenarios and learn about social interactions.
