Gems of Wisdom

Feb. 12, 2026

Time Travel Through Your TV: If your child loves History, this is for you!

If history is one of your child’s favourite subjects, have a look through the list of films and documentaries below to find some ideas for summer holiday viewing. The documentaries will give your child a sound introduction to some key events in history, but the films can also help to teach your child about the past.

Feb. 12, 2026

Artful Conversations - Help your Child Talk Intelligently About Art

Many of the children I meet in my confidence-boosting interview preparation sessions list art as one of their hobbies. I’ve worked with children who attend Chelsea Fine Arts or who’ve listed Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo or Turner as their favourite artists. Many of these children speak beautifully about art but not all of them; for some, expressing what they think about any form of art can be challenging.

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