As parents and caregivers, we’ve all seen those moments, a child overwhelmed, emotions bubbling up, tears or tantrums when things just feel a bit too much. Whether it’s starting school, navigating friendships, or simply an off day, children aged 4–8 are still learning how to regulate their emotions. The good news? Play can be a powerful way to help them feel safe, seen, calm and ready to learn. At Edx Education, we believe in the power of play based learning to support every aspect of a child’s development. When a child feels overwhelmed, it’s not always about the activity at...
Play is not just fun — it’s essential for cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. But for children with additional needs, play may require more thoughtful planning and support. The key is creating a safe, engaging, and low-pressure environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and connection.
British Science Week is just around the corner, running from 7th to 16th March 2025. This ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) is an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds through hands-on activities, innovative experiments, and playful exploration. At Edx Education, we believe that introducing STEM concepts at an early age through play fosters a love of learning, curiosity, and problem-solving skills that last a lifetime.
Starting school is a major milestone for young children and their families. To help ease this transition, a coalition of top education and childcare experts has outlined 29 essential skills that children should develop before beginning reception as developed by a coalition of top education and childcare experts has unveiled a comprehensive checklist of 29 essential skills that children should master before starting school. These skills, divided into four key pillars, focus on fostering independence, communication, physical development, and healthy routines.