Children love to explore and go on adventures, so if you are going to the beach, its important to keep them safe.  Before you and your family head to the beach or off on holiday, it's a good idea to do some research. Look into which beaches have good family facilities and safety features. During the school holidays, and in particular in hot weather, increasing numbers of children put themselves at risk of drowning. On average 40-50 children drown per year in the UK, so its important

Gross motor skills describes physical development using ‘big movements’. Starting with small babies rolling over and moving on as they grow to being able to run, jump and hop. The best way to help a child build on these skills is to give them plenty of opportunity to practice them. Most children will run, hop on one foot and be able to kick, throw and sometimes catch a ball by the time they start school. They should be able to safely manage going up and downstairs. You might notice

and about or things your child tells you have happened at nursery or school. Pretend play games

Your child’s emotional development continues to progress once they begin school. From 5-11 children start to understand that other people’s feelings matter too. Your child will be making and choosing their own friends. It takes time for them to learn how to cooperate with each other, and this can make friendships tricky. You can help them think about how they feel - and how their friend might feel too. Being a good friend and having good friends are important life skills

child often seems to struggle with playing and friendships: Talk to nursery / school and ask them. by your child. Talk to school or early years setting, or call Just One Number to speak to a health. with rules and your are finding their behaviour hard to manage speak to nursery / school or call us at Just. children are different but if you are worried speak to your child's preschool setting or school

happening for your child. Events like moving house, a new baby arriving or starting nursery or pre-school

with things such as cooking a meal, doing a school run, keeping you company at an appointment.  Let your GP

Communication Strategies As part of the school curriculum, children are taught sex and relationship. in school. As part of this, it will be important to talk to them and explain what a healthy relationship. your child might trust. This could be: A family member or friend A member of staff at school. the relationship your child is in, please speak to their school for advice or call Just One Number

work with your child or young person's school to discuss any concerns and support your child

and manage better when they have the right information. Keep your child’s school updated with what