Remote Work: The Home Office Revolution: A Mum’s Paradise or Pitfall?

Picture this: you’re at home, successfully juggling a conference call and your little one’s remote schooling – all while still in your pyjamas. Sound like a dream? Or perhaps it’s more like a chaotic episode you’d rather forget? Remote work…

The school summer holidays are perfect for creating cherished memories with your family and it’s always a real blessing to be fortunate enough to give that to our children. However, for working mums, it can be challenging to switch off…

What Does Labour’s Plan to Tax Private School Fees Mean?

With the Labour Party’s recent election win, their proposal to impose a 20% VAT on private school fees is set to become a reality. Understandably, this change has generated substantial discussion and concern among parents who choose private education for…

Mumpreneurs Rising: Starting Your Own Business During the Summer Holidays

Many working mums can’t wait to wind down during the summer holidays, spending time making sweet memories with the children and getting a much-needed break from the juggles of the school run and work. But have you ever considered using…

Summer Survival Guide: Juggling Remote Work and Summer Holidays with the Kids

As the school summer holidays fast approach, many of us working mums who are working from home will have the yearly challenge of ensuring our children have a fantastic break while we balance the pressures of remote working. If you…

The Benefits of Incorporating Technology into 11 Plus Creative Writing Courses

Are you a parent with a child who will be taking the 11 Plus exam soon? Are you concerned about your child’s performance in the creative writing section of the exam? Look no further than incorporating technology into your child’s…

How to Build Confidence in Your Child’s Creative Writing Skills for 11 Plus Exams

The 11 Plus exams are a rigorous and highly competitive series of tests that many children must undertake in the UK. These exams aim to assess a child’s proficiency in solving complex problems, analysing data, and demonstrating strong communication skills….

The Most Effective Ways to Develop Your Child’s Creative Writing Skills for 11 Plus Exams

Are you a parent with a child preparing for the 11 Plus exams? Are you worried about your child’s creative writing skills, which are a critical part of the exam? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents, particularly mums, have…

Second Chance Success: Busy Mums, Your Guide to Conquering Functional Skills Exams

Juggling the responsibilities of motherhood and work can feel like a constant three-ring circus. Between school lunches, soccer practice, and late-night conference calls, carving out time for self-improvement can seem like an impossible dream. But what if I told you…

Functional Skills vs. Traditional Qualifications: What’s Best for Busy Mums?

When it comes to education, working mums face a unique set of challenges and decisions. One key decision is choosing between traditional qualifications and more flexible, modern courses like those offered at Functify Learning. This choice is not just about…

Functional Skills vs. Traditional Qualifications: What’s Best for Busy Mums?

When it comes to education, working mums face a unique set of challenges and decisions. One key decision is choosing between traditional qualifications and more flexible, modern courses like those offered at Functify Learning. This choice is not just about…

5 Proven Strategies to Tackle Work-Life Balance As a Working Mum

Striking the balance between guilt-free working and balancing family life is more than just about managing time. Striking the right balance is not just about managing time; it’s about managing energy and expectations too. As Annabel Crabb in her book…

How to Teach 11 Plus Creative Writing in a Fun and Engaging Way

As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their education. The 11 Plus exams are highly competitive and can determine which secondary school your child will attend. Therefore, preparing them for this exam…

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