14th June 2010
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.". - Dr Seuss. I love that quote. At Perform, I come into contact…
8th June 2010
Most parents totally accept the idea that praising children is very important. You can use praise in any number of ways e.g. you've noticed their actions and appreciate them; or you may use praise to…
2nd June 2010
I know we're now half-way through Half-Term but, if you're struggling with inspirational ideas to fill up the last few days, here are a few thoughts that will keep you clear of the theme parks,…
24th May 2010
Over the weekend I was catching up on my blog reading, and was delighted to find the following poem on Susan K Mann's fabulous blog.. If I had my child to raise over again - by Diana Loomans. If…
17th May 2010
Some people are more competitive than others, it's a fact of life. I have to confess that I have a competitive streak - oddly enough about things that really don't matter. Things like Singstar (I…
10th May 2010
Thank goodness for 24 hour supermarkets. Often I tuck the little ones up in bed and leave the hubby to watch them and then go off to the supermarket all by myself. Late at night it's often nigh on heavenly...…
5th May 2010
Pretty much everyone who works at Perform deals with other people's children on a regular basis. For the most part, the children are pretty well behaved. They are often high spirited so the challenge…
29th April 2010
Whilst sibling rivalry is common, it can be nonetheless upsetting for all involved. As a parent and as someone who deals with children on a daily basis, I've both experienced it first hand and have…
19th April 2010
Today I was chatting with my son about the various jobs which grown ups do - so of course I just had to ask him what he wanted to be when he grew up. His first answer? SpongeBob SquarePants! I suggested…
12th April 2010
As a parent and as a Principal, I think it's often tricky to strike the balance between giving your child the requisite 'push' and allowing them space to develop in their own time. For example,…
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