Author Archives: Positive Parenting with Olu

 Dear parents, being distracted doesn’t automatically mean your child has ADHD. Being “distracted” is not a verdict on the child’s intelligence or future. Many bright 10 year olds struggle with focus at this age. It’s feedback that helps identify what support he needs, not who he is. 2. Separate behaviour from identityremind your son:👉 “You’reContinue reading “Has your child ever been called ‘distracted’ at school?”

Dear Parents, One of the most effective ways to improve your child’s academic performance isn’t found in expensive resources or endless tutoring sessions — it starts at home with a consistent study routine. Children thrive on structure. When they know when it’s time to study, where it happens, and what is expected of them, learning becomes a habit rather than a battle.Continue reading “The Secret to Improving Your Child’s Academic Performance Starts at Home”

If your child is in Year 6, they will be sitting their SATs in a few months. One key skill they will be tested on is inference. Here’s how you can support them at home. What is Inference? Inference means working out information that is not directly stated in the text by using clues from the text and your own knowledge.Continue reading “Reading Comprehension Tips for Parents”

My sister, let me explain this thing well, because many of us who grew up in Nigeria don’t always understand how different the UK system is. 1. In the UK, smacking is not automatically illegal — but the rules are very strict Back home, a small slap or tapping a child’s hand is normal.But here,Continue reading “Would social services take my child if I smack them?”

When a usually well-behaved child suddenly starts getting into trouble, it can be confusing and worrying for any parent. But behaviour changes are often a sign that something deeper is going on. Here’s what to do: 1. Stay calm. Don’t overreact. Listen and gather the facts. 2. Talk to your child gently. Ask open questionsContinue reading “What Do I Do When My Good Child Starts Getting Into Trouble at School?”

Speaking from experience, I believe there are five key factors that can greatly influence your child’s success in school: Final Thoughts:Every child’s educational journey is unique, but with the right support system—both at home and in school—they can thrive and reach their full potential. As parents, our role is to guide, encourage, and provide theContinue reading “5 key factors that can greatly influence your child’s success in school:”

As a Nigerian mum raising kids in the UK, I’ve come to realise that I want more for my children — not just in terms of material things, but in their education, character, and future opportunities. If I were to have a baby today, there are so many things I would do differently. Over theContinue reading “Wanting More for My Children: Lessons from a Nigerian Mum Raising Kids in the UK”

Please, before you make the decision to relocate your teenager back home to Nigeria because you feel you can’t cope with them — pause for a moment, take a deep breath, and read this. ❤️ I know that raising teenagers abroad, especially here in the UK, can be challenging. Many parents often say, “These kids areContinue reading “Before You Relocate Your Teen Back Home to Nigeria, Please Read This”

So many kids start to struggle with friendships around age 8–10. You’ll see:😢 Tears😢 Friendship drama😢 Self-doubt😢 “No one likes me…” Often, it’s not because they’re “unlikeable” — it’s because no one ever taught them the basics of being a good friend. 👉 Teach your child to: These simple skills make such a difference inContinue reading “✨ If you don’t want your children to struggle socially, you need to teach them these 4 skills ✨”

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 timeContinue reading “How Do I Make School Life Easy for My Child?”