Everything starts at home!
The other day, I was talking to a colleague of mine about children and how differently they experience school. Some children seem to find learning easy and excel, while others struggle and fall behind.
From my experience working with kids, I’ve noticed a clear pattern: children whose parents take the time to support them at home tend to do much better in school.
It doesn’t have to mean hours of tutoring or expensive resources. Sometimes, the little things make the biggest difference—
✅ Reading together for just 15 minutes a day
✅ Practicing spellings, times tables, or simple sums at home
✅ Asking them about their day and encouraging them to explain what they’ve learned
✅ Creating a quiet, distraction-free space for homework
✅ Praising effort, not just results
When children see that learning is part of everyday life at home, they approach school with more confidence and motivation. Parents are a child’s first teachers, and our involvement makes their journey through school much easier.
👉 So if you’ve ever wondered how to make school life easier for your child, start at home. Be present, be consistent, and let your child know that learning is a team effort.
I hope this helps and I hope you will take action after reading today’s post.
Your child will thank you later
Olu ❤️❤️❤️
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