Education
The Tutor’s role – A support for the future
Effective tutoring works but it starts with the right connectivity in the first place.
Practical Parenting
We are not alright
“Our kids are watching and learning about how to respond to stress and uncertainty”
Lockdown at Home
‘Life in Lockdown’ Series 2
With this ‘can do’ attitude and our team spirit, an endless number of activities and proposals are being created with more focus on our students’ well-being.
Viewpoint
Fun for children
“I think it is an excellent idea for the police to entertain lockdown children...”
Practical Parenting
Imagine! “Imagine all the people, Living life in peace” (Lennon)
Our brains do not actually know the difference between reality and an imagined state.
Education
English lessons with the MDB for Spanish students
Amanda Jeffrey presents a short video to help Spanish students with their pronunciation.
Education
Let's not put a stop to education - A student's view point
Do something today that your future self will thank you for.
Lockdown at Home
'Life in Lockdown' Series: A time to reflect and a time to connect
After some very comforting words from our teachers and a deep breath of fresh air I realised that, going forwards, my 'prison school' was going to be more fun, more light hearted, less rigid and more about meeting my needs too.
Practical Parenting
Keep Calm and ....... Do what?
Children are directly affected by our response to this crisis. So maybe think of it as a teaching and learning opportunity...
Education
Crisis Management - Making the best use of the Internet
Are you a good role model or have you been sucked into staring at your phone, facebook or whatsapp instead of giving someone or an activity the gift of your full attention?
My Column
Thoughts of an isolated old codger
This Orwellian nightmare could well be repeated elsewhere if the figures continue to rise unstoppably, as they still are in Spain (though mercifully not, or not yet, in the Balearics.)
Practical Parenting
Lockdown – a parenting opportunity?
The lockdown is challenging, but with a positive mindset we can celebrate our creativity, encourage our children to take ownership of their boredom and listen carefully to their suggestions.
Notes from the Classroom
Coping with enforced home schooling - A difficult option
‘Master tutors are really like master chefs.'
- Britons cash in on the outgoing Golden Visa in Spain to beat the 90 day rule
- After a holiday in Mallorca Richard Gere moves to Spain
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
- Russian-owned Black Pearl in Mallorca
- Noel Gallagher sold his Ibiza home because of his neighbour - James Blunt
Out and About
The Kids Are Back In Town
Children just want to be occupied and are generally very willing to learn something new, as long as it’s not presented as a boring chore!
Peter Clover30/04/2020 09:27