The 3-Hour Daily Commute – To Your Child’s ‘Dream School’ – A Drag for Your Child?
Parenting in Gurugram – a fast growing , evolving city – is a unique journey, filled with its own set of challenges and decisions. Among them, choosing the right school for your child is perhaps one of the most significant. The city is fortunately home to a plethora of schools (as Gurgaon is one of […]
The Great Gurugram School Run: Chasing Dreams or Losing Precious Practice Hours – Daily?
Ah, the age-old dilemma for us parents in Gurugram! That shiny, fancy school across town versus the reality of the daily school bus shuffle/travel. It’s a decision that weighs heavily. Let’s unpack this a bit. The Allure of the Distant Dream School We’ve all been there. With its sprawling green campus, innovative curriculum, […]
Strengthening Them or Just Protecting Them? A Thought-Provoking Note for Parents
Those tiny hands clasped in yours, the unwavering trust in their bright innocence & exploring eyes – it’s a feeling unlike any other. As parents of young children, our primary instinct is naturally to shield them, to create a safe and loving bubble where no harm can touch them. Our hearts overflow with fierce love […]
Decoding School Curricula: Is Cambridge International – same as IGCSE?
Choosing the right school curriculum (or Board of Education – as we sometimes describe it) – for your young child in India is a significant decision that lays the foundation for their future learning journey. Among the popular international curricula, Cambridge International often comes up in discussions. But is it the same or distinct […]
Ouch! When Little Teeth Go Rouge: Understanding and Managing Biting in Toddlers
As parents – we cherish those sweet, gummy smiles and tiny, innocent hands. But then… chomp. Suddenly, our little angel has bitten another – and sometimes even left a ‘bite’ mark or just maybe drawn blood (oh dear!), and we’re left mortified at the playground or when we hear about the same from our […]
What Truly Matters for Your Child’s Education in A Rapidly Changing World?
As parents in India, the “school search” can feel like a monumental task – especially in these times. From the moment our little ones take their first steps, a subtle hum begins in our minds: “Which school will be the right one?” We pore over brochures, visit sprawling campuses, and listen intently to testimonials, […]
Protecting Young Hearts and Minds: Navigating the News & Their Anxieties in a Turbulent World
As parents, our deepest desire is to shield our children from harm, to create a safe haven where their imaginations can flourish, and their happiness can bubble freely. But in today’s interconnected world, where news travels at the speed of light and graphic images are just a scroll away and often on every channel, keeping […]
Foundations Are Everything: Why Rushing Ahead Might Be Holding Your Child Back
The admission season for Nursery, KG and Grade 1 is upon us, and for many parents in India, it’s a whirlwind of applications, interviews, and, let’s be honest, a fair bit of anxiety. We all want the best for our children, and the natural instinct is often to push them forward, to get them into […]
Academic Excellence & Behaviour – What Matters More for Success in Life?
As parents, we constantly strive to equip our children for a successful future. We enrol them in the best schools, hire tutors, and encourage them to chase top grades. Academic excellence often seems like the ultimate goal, a direct pathway to prestigious universities and thriving careers. But in our pursuit of scholastic achievements, are we […]
Why Practicing Writing on Paper Scores over Digital Screens?
In our digitally saturated world, the allure of screens for our young children’s learning is undeniable. However, when it comes to the fundamental skill of writing, the traditional method of using pencils, crayons, or a pen on paper holds significant advantages. Let’s examine why this tactile approach remains superior, particularly in light of growing concerns […]
