The Sustainable Christmas Countdown has begun! Here are some top tips for making your Christmas a little more sustainable.
Consider how you can still create a brilliant family festive time whilst keeping sustainability front of mind, reducing waste, and favouring festive practices that are good for the earth and your local communities. Here’s how we’re approaching a more affordable and sustainable Christmas this year.
Free learning resources for parents and teachers to teach children about Remembrance Day, the history of poppies and veterans.
If your children want to learn more about why everybody is wearing poppies at this time of year, here are a few FREE ways to find learning resources for Remembrance Day (also known as Remembrance Sunday or Armistice Day), including online videos, lesson plans and educational websites.
What does the Scottish government’s guidance on school uniforms mean for your children or your school?
The Scottish government has released a summary of guidance for schools and education authorities on the design and implementation of school uniform and clothing policies. While this blog post is aimed at schools and educational institutions in Scotland based on the recent guidance from the Scottish government, some of the key points apply to schools throughout the UK.
Happy Sustainable Halloween: Easy Halloween hacks to make your spooky season a little more sustainable.
No doubt your child has big plans for their Halloween costume this year, but let’s be frank. As busy parents, Halloween costumes are exactly the kind of thing we leave to the last minute, and it’s far too easy to rush to Amazon and order a next-day fast-fashion costume made from unsustainable materials. We get it, we’ve done it ourselves, and unfortunately, we can’t make life any less busy for you. However, we can help make your spooky season a little more sustainable this year with these easy Halloween Hacks.
Celebrate European Day of Languages: fun and free ways kids (and adults!) can learn a new language
Fri, 26 Sept 2025 is European Day of Languages, a brilliant opportunity to celebrate linguistic diversity and focus in on the importance of learning new languages.
New school year, old school uniform.
Giving access to affordable uniforms is no longer optional; it’s a duty of care that schools must provide and particularly important for families from disadvantaged backgrounds who may be unable to afford brand-new uniforms.