Author Archives: Positive Parenting with Olu

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?”

Back-to-School Advice from Ms Olu The summer holidays are over, and a brand-new school year has begun! This is always an exciting time, full of fresh opportunities for children to learn and grow. As parents, your role in supporting that journey is just as important as what happens in the classroom. Too often, parents waitContinue reading “School Is Back – Support Your Child With Their Learning”

As parents, most of us want to give our children the best—better than what we had growing up. But if we’re not careful, that desire can sometimes lead to raising entitled children who expect the world to always give them what they want.  Entitlement can make kids ungrateful, demanding, and even unprepared for real life.Continue reading “How to Avoid Raising an Entitled Child”

The long summer break is almost over, and many of us are helping our children ease back into school mode. Year 3 is an exciting step – it’s the start of Key Stage 2, where learning becomes a bit more challenging, and independence starts to grow. To help my granddaughter (and hopefully yours too!), I’veContinue reading “Daily Study Plan for Year 3 Kids – Getting Ready for September”