Independent Schools March 2019
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Independent Day School Boys 6 months - 11 years Girls 6 months - 18 years
Open Morning Friday 3 May 9.30 - 12.00
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To reserve your place, or arrange a visit at a time to suit you, please contact: admissions@stgabriels.co.uk
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
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Moulsford Prep School
MOULSFORD Prep School is an independent day and boarding school for boys aged four to 13, set in idyllic grounds of 30 acres beside the Thames near Goring and Streatley. Moulsford offers boys superb opportunities for learning while having fun. A restructured curriculum was successfully introduced in September 2017, which moves away from the traditional Common Entrance preparation. The focus is not only to prepare boys for senior schools, but also to ensure they have the skills for life beyond. The new curriculum encourages boys to have a go, take a well- thought-out risk, and, on occasion, fail. Exploration and enquiry is strongly encouraged and Moulsford life aims to develop boys’ resilience. Through the school’s activities programme, they aim to offer opportunities to develop new skills and talents, while becom- ing a conscientious citizen. The programme gives boys the chance to try magic tricks, bike maintenance, bushcraft, photog- raphy, drama, sailing, genealogy, subuteo, chess and bridge, pantomime, parkour, night- running, golf, stand-up comedy, geocaching, and many more. The most popular activities are kayaking, climbing, archery, cooking and ceramics. This non-compulsory activities programme has a 75 per cent take up rate, and the talented staff are able to offer these
charities to understand the latest research. They also have an inde- pendent school counsellor who is available to meet boys weekly. One measure of Moulsford’s success is the broad range of scholarships and exhibitions awarded each year. For 2018 at 13+, four boys have gained awards to Abingdon School, two to Radley, one to St Edward’s Oxford, one to Bradfield, one to Stowe and one to Wellington, across a range of academic, sports, music and all rounder awards. In addition to these schools,
others to which Moulsford boys progress this year include Marlborough, Eton, Magdalen College School, Shiplake and Pangbourne. A network of minibus routes offers easy daily transport to Moulsford, please contact the school for details. Please do pay an informal visit and tour at the next open day, on Friday, May 17, from 10am-noon or 1pm- 3pm. For further details and to book a place please email admissions@moulsford.com
talent in these arenas. Music and drama remains popu- lar at Moulsford and roughly three quarters of the boys from Years 3 to 8 play an instrument, with 14 per cent learning two. Places in the choir are hotly contested, with a total of 58 boys in the senior choir and 80 in the Junior Choir. As well as two outstanding productions a year, the highlight of the musical calendar is the open-air summer concert, with the choirs, orchestra and various ensembles (wind, string, jazz) performing on a July evening on
the lawn beside the river, with parents bringing picnics. The core values of respect, compassion and independence are at the heart of all that the school does. Expectations are high in terms of manners and discipline, and the boys respond accordingly. There is a strong rapport between staff and boys, and a sense of mutual respect. Mental wellbeing for both staff and pupils is taken very seriously. The school is in regu- lar contact with mental health
activities in-house, and therefore most are free of charge. Moulsford’s reputation for sport, and particularly rugby, remains extremely strong. While sporting glory is always the goal, and often achieved, the primary aim at Moulsford is to achieve opportunity across the ability range, with all boys in teams A to F regularly playing competitive matches. Minor sports have also seen significant successes in golf, skiing, fencing and judo, with some of the less overtly sporty boys finding their niche and
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Independent day and boarding school for boys aged 4-13
To attend an Open Day or to arrange an individual visit, please contact us: admissions@moulsford.com • 01491 651438 • www.moulsford.com Moulsford Preparatory School, Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxon, OX10 9HR Getting the Best out of Boys
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
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) orris Hill has a long tradition of educating boys and offers the gold standard in boys’ preparatory education. The school’s emphasis is on the development of the whole boy, without compromising the 130 year record of academic excellence. In 2017 and 2018 all senior boys gained entry into their chosen senior school with remarkable scholarship successes including academic awards to Winchester, Eton and Marlborough, an outstanding talent award to Harrow, sports awards to Millfield, Charterhouse and Sherborne and drama to Milton Abbey and St Edward’s Oxford. This demonstrates the breadth of excellence and the capability of the school to deliver across the spectrum within a nurturing and pastorally guided approach. We are now able to offer the benefits of this exceptional education to a wider age group. We will ensure that key Reading, Writing and Handwriting skills, as well as Manners and Communication skills, are embedded during the formative early years. From
age 4 every boy will also enjoy a rich tapestry of extra- curricular activity. They will have access to specialist music, drama, art and sport teaching and will benefit from first-class facilities and extensive countryside grounds in which they will also enjoy outdoor learning, kitchen gardening and bushcraft.
W e believe that the period from 4 - 13 years of age are the most critical in any boy’s life. Horris Hill is a very special place to be. Nestled in its own 8 -acre estate with outstanding facilities, boys can exercise their intellectual inquisitiveness, free to explore all avenues, building self-confi dence and awareness in a safe and encouraging environment.
NEW Reception,Year 1 and Year 2 Classes for September 2019
Why Horris Hill will give your son the best possible start to his education:
We recognise that boys develop and learn differently to girls at this age.
Our class sizes are deliberately small to allow every boy to be taught and developed as an individual.
We have an outstanding 130 year track record of academic success.
We offer a rich tapestry of co-curricular opportunities and an extensive list of activities.
We welcome day boys from age 4-13. We offer transition, weekly or full boarding for boys age 8-13. Horris Hill offers flexibility and wrap around care and an outstanding nurturing environment for all boys.
We sit in an exceptional rural setting in our own 85-acre estate that is ready to be explored and supports outdoor and co-curricular learning.
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We believe the period from 4-13 years are the most critical in any boy’s life. We invite you to come and see for yourself what a difference a Horris Hill education could make for your son.
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
Elstree School
ELSTREE is an independent boys’ boarding and day school in Woolhampton. Academically ambitious, it provides a first class all-round education with an excellent track record of boys gaining places at leading senior schools, together with scholarships. In its magnificent 150-acre setting, children are exposed to a wide range of opportunities including music, art, DT and sport . Two state-of-the-art science laboratories, well-equipped classrooms, a recently opened Music School, a full size all-weather pitch and spacious play areas ensure that the school offers a purposeful, stimulating and supportive environment for children to discover their individual talents. The family-friendly boarding model enables boys to develop life skills that will serve them well at senior school and beyond. The school’s latest ISI Inspection Report (2015) stated: “Elstree School is highly successful in meeting its aim of providing a first class all-round education, while embedding the values of hard work, kindness to others and making the most of opportunities. “This is thanks to an excellent curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities and to excellent teaching, which inspires and motivates pupils to want to learn.”
Home Farm is the Nursery and Pre-Prep, which caters for 60 girls and boys aged three to seven years.
opportunity to make use of all the extensive facilities at Elstree School, and benefit from specialist PE, French, drama and mMusic lessons. Home Farm also has an
important these initial steps are. The offer of home visits and taster days prior to a child starting in the Early Years eases the transition between home and school. The children have the
engaging woodland area, where each week the Early Years children spend a full day investigating and exploring the natural environment. Buses run from Hungerford, Peasemore, and Basingstoke
and after-school clubs are provided. To find out more, please contact the registrar or come to the next open morning on Saturday, May 11. Call (0118) 971 3302 or visit www.elstreeschool.org.uk
It is often the child’s first experience of school life and staff understand how
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
The Oratory School
THE Oratory has announced that from September 2020, it will become a coeducational school, welcoming girls and boys from the age of 11 to 18. The Oratory is an HMC Catholic day and boarding school set in the beautiful Chiltern countryside. Headmaster Joe Smith said: “We are delighted to be making this announcement and excited to be able to offer families of girls and boys alike our unique Oratory education.” Teaching is second to none at The Oratory and the value added results at A-level place it in the top three per cent of schools nationally. They are proud of their broad and rich curriculum and strong exam results, however an Oratory education is about developing young people in a much deeper sense than exam results alone can demonstrate. “There is ‘something deeper’ in an Oratory education – hard to define but undeniable – by virtue of its unique ethos and history as the only school founded by arguably the greatest educational thinker of the Victorian age, Blessed John Henry Newman,” said Joe Smith. An Oratory education gives young people every opportunity to draw out and find their individual innate talents and qualities and instils in them a sense of joy and a genuine love of learning. At The Oratory everyone will find their place to shine. Strong pastoral care is at the heart of what they do. As a Catholic school which welcomes pupils of
The Oratory Preparatory School
self-discovery of the children. This includes Forest School from the age of two, science experiments in the Woodlands, art classes in the gardens and outdoor musical productions. majority of children achieving distinctions. This tells the story of further personal growth and character building among pupils. The school’s outstanding facilities, including the 25-metre swimming pool and two astro- turf pitches, allow for sporting fixtures such as girls’ cricket, hockey, rugby and even mini triathlons. The smaller pool allows for weekly lessons for children from kindergarten upwards. Pupils have many opportunities to discover themselves and their talents through the extra- Performing arts flourish through LAMDA, with the
curricular opportunities. The extensive after school activities modules include fencing, science and decoding, and the popular Saturday Enrichment Programme focuses on the broader development of each individual and their horizons. There are a wealth of modules on offer, from interview practice and presentation skills, to outdoor living skills, upcycling and bee keeping. specifically for Y8 extends the range of physical and mental challenges on offer to pupils. To learn more and to arrange a personalised visit to the school, where you will meet the headmaster and see the excellent facilities, call (0118) 984 4511, visit oratoryprep.co.uk, or email Cordelia Atkinson, registrar@ oratoryprep.co.uk The newly introduced Leadership Programme
THE Oratory Preparatory School is a thriving independent day and boarding school, providing an enriched education for boys and girls aged 2 to 13. Set in 65 acres of Oxfordshire countryside, it consistently nurtures happy, confident and inquisitive children. A commitment to the pastoral care of each child and an ethos of inclusive learning lie at the heart of the school, reflected in the creation of a Deputy Head Pastoral and school counsellor. The school strives to strike a balance between encouraging children to step out of their comfort zone, seek adventure and develop resilience, while ensuring that they feel fulfilled, secure and supported. A focus on outdoor learning and expression through sport, music, art and drama are central to the
all faiths or none, visitors often comment on the inclusive family atmosphere and it is this supportive environment that nurtures the confidence, self- expression and resilience that are vital for success and happiness in the world today. When pupils leave the school as confident young adults they are equipped not only with a well-
rounded education, but also a thirst for further learning, a strong moral compass and life- long friends. You are welcome to come and have a look around the school, so email: registrar@oratory.co.uk. Open Morning, October 12, 2019. Book your place online at www.oratory.co.uk
COEDUCATIONAL FROM 2020 Top 3% of schools for value added at A Level Strong academic results @ Nurturing family ethos HMC CATHOLIC DAY & BOARDING SCHOOL FOR BOYS AGED 11 TO 18 Near Reading @ 01491 683522 @ registrar@oratory.co.uk @ oratory.co.uk
A place with a palpable buzz and vibrancy that gets the balance between giving children the freedom to be themselves, whilst maintaining a focus on traditional values The Good Schools Guide Review 2018 CONTACT US TO ARRANGE AVISIT Goring Heath, nr Reading @ 0118 976 6924 registrar@oratoryprep.co.uk @ oratoryprep.co.uk
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
Thorngrove School
THORNGROVE School is a thriving co-educational day preparatory school for children aged two-and-a-half to 13 years old. Founded in 1988, the school is situated in the village of Highclere, just four miles south of Newbury. It is set in 25 acres of Hampshire countryside and includes its own woodland. At Thorngrove, the children’s natural curiosity is encouraged, teaching in a practical way and allowing them to develop and nurture their sense of wonder and enthusiasm for STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths), both inside and outside of the classroom. A sound and thorough knowledge of the world of science is crucial in helping our children understand their life and responsibilities in the 21st century as well as the world’s future prosperity. Through building up a body of key foundational knowledge and concepts, pupils begin to develop how science can be used to explain what is occurring, predict how things will behave and to analyse causes. They are able to develop these skills further in the oversub- scribed weekly Science Club where they gain hands on experience of explosions, slime and ‘potions’ that they crave. ICT and computing is very excit- ing for students at Thorngrove. A new curriculum focused on project-based learning and real life ICT and computing applica- tion is proving to be engaging and enjoyable and pupil progress is taking huge leaps forward.
technology and engineering. Enabling pupils to enjoy and be curious about maths helps them to think analytically and have better reasoning ability. This is important for their future as it helps them to solve problems and look for solutions in a diverse environment. There are strong links with the science department and there is cross-curricular work completed. Maths and science days build links and show how the subjects strategies and interactive games such as Kahoot – pupils race one another to beat the clock. The use of maths games creates a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject, such as building and strengthening mental and tables ability using the DoodleMaths and TTRockstars programmes. Pupils also take part in maths competitions such as Quiz Club, the Dauntsey’s Dodecahedron and the school is a member of the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust, participating in their challenges. The school invites you to come and visit to find out how a Thorngrove education could benefit your child. The next Open Morning is Satur- day, May 18, from 10am to noon. To book a place or to arrange an appointment on a day that suits you, please contact the registrar, Bev O’Brien, by emailing bobrien@thorngroveschool.co.uk or phone the school office on (01635) 253172. are interdependent. The department uses various
memes to help remind the whole school of ways to protect themselves online. Design and technology is taught in a separate and well-resourced D&T centre. The pupils are able to discover the different stages of the design process and the various tools (including bandsaws, pillar drills and circular saws), materi- als and techniques to turn their dreams and ideas into reality. There is hardly anything more fulfilling for a pupil than to produce a quality item with their own imagination and their own hands: a rewarding tangible
programming and marketing their own computer games and using HTML code to create their own websites. There is some wonderful logical thinking, debugging and prob- lem solving happening across the computing curriculum. There is a strong focus on Digital Citizenship and staying safe online, which arguably is the most important learning for modern pupils. This year some of the older pupils ran workshops for the younger pupils teaching them the key E-safety guidelines. Together they produced leaflets and
three-dimensional proof of their ability. Tools are introduced carefully and every pupil has a chance to practise before embarking on the use of expensive materials for their main projects. Recent projects have included slotted toys, acrylic clocks and maze games. The maths department at Thorngrove endeavours to foster a love of mathematics and a strong desire to learn more about the subject. It is important for pupils to realise that mathematics is essential and critical to science,
In ICT some of the pupils recently created spreadsheets and graphs about world weather. They then used their data to write a weather report and read it out in front of a green screen, making it look like they were in a professional news studio. Other children are using digital cameras to capture pictures of things they consider beautiful around the school site, some of which they will Photoshop. They will use the images to create an impactful presentation about real and fake beauty. In computing, children are programming robots,
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
Pangbourne College A place where the individual matters
PANGBOURNE College offers wide-ranging academic and co-curricular opportunities to boys and girls aged 11 to 18, with an emphasis on outstanding pastoral care and character development. Pangbourne is a vibrant boarding and day school community, perfectly balancing strong service values with a dynamic, modern outlook and unpretentious attitude. The college is proud of its outstanding pastoral care – rated excellent in the most recent ISI report – which takes an integrated approach to caring for each pupil, understanding the challenges young people face in order to improve the support it provides. Headmaster Mr Thomas Garnier said: “Above all, we are a ‘people place’. We are commit- ted to the personal development of our pupils in the fullest sense. They are encouraged to work hard towards academic success with a robust and comprehensive curriculum. “Just as important to us is char- acter development: confidence and values, creative and physi- cal skills, and an appreciation of themselves and what they can contribute to the world.” The Flag Values of Kindness, Selflessness, Moral Courage, Initiative, Industry, Resilience and Integrity underpin every aspect of college life. These are rooted in a Christian ethos and go a long way to preparing pupils for life’s
Dauntsey ’ s
At Dauntsey’s pupils are extremely fortunate to have access to a wide range of facilities. As well as our major sports of rugby, hockey, football, basketball, athletics and tennis for boys, cricket (for both girls and boys), and hockey, netball, athletics and tennis for girls, we run a thriving extra-curricular programme. This allows pupils to represent the school in sports such as swimming, rifle shooting, fencing and equestrian. We played almost 750 team matches last year, at all levels, across a range of sports. I have yet to find a pupil who can’t find something that gives them a buzz and for boarders there is full access to all our facilities after school and at weekends. One of our sixth Formers said to
me recently: ‘You learn a lot about yourself through team sports. It’s about working together towards a common goal, taking responsibility for the team as a whole instead of trying to be the star or blaming someone else when things go wrong.’ We are all living in an increas- ingly pressurised and connected world. It can be hard to switch off both physically and mentally. Sport and doing exercise can help us all manage the stress of daily life, it can burn off nerves and frustration and restore a sense of perspective and calm. With three to four timetabled hours of exercise a week and 18 further activities on offer, where better to start the habit of sport than at Dauntsey’s?” Marcus Olsen, Director of Sport, Dauntsey’s
“I BELIEVE passionately that sport really matters. Not just for high performing athletes, but for everyone. As well as developing physical skills and fitness, participation in sport – be it individually or in a team – builds confidence, resilience and mental toughness. Sport in school gives pupils an opportunity to learn leadership, self-discipline and teamwork and develop a real sense of achievement. These are all vital skills that are easily transferable into many other aspects of life beyond the classroom. But in order to engage people at all levels, sport needs to be fun, challenging and available to everyone – from the elite performers to enthusiastic all- rounders.
challenges and the responsibili- ties of adulthood. The aim is to equip Pangbournians with the strongest possible foundation for their future. The school grounds are set in 230 acres of Berkshire country- side within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is in easy reach of excellent transport connections, 10 minutes from Junction 12 of the M4 and served by London Paddington-Oxford mainline rail network. Daily school transport
services are available from Newbury, Basingstoke, Wantage, Henley, Twyford and the surrounding areas. Entry is offered at 11+, 13+ and 16+, and occasionally into other year groups. The best way to experience Pangbourne is to come and visit, enjoy a tour of the college and speak to pupils and staff. The next Open Morning will be held on Saturday, April 27, from 9am to noon.
Leading HMC, Co-educational Boarding and Day School for 11 – 18 Year Olds
Lessons for life
Next Open Morning 27 April 2019 09:00 – 12:00 Please contact Jane Herold, the Registrar, on 0118 976 7415 or email admissions@pangbourne.com
OPEN MORNING 11 May from 10am
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
Queen Mary’s College
HAVE you considered Queen Mary’s Sixth Form College? Queen Mary’s College ensures that every learner aspires to and achieves the highest possible qualification grades, irrespective of their academic starting points and to this end has a proven track record of success with students of all abilities. There are a wide range of courses on offer taught by highly-qualified and enthusiastic teachers in superb facilities. The priority at QMC is to ensure that all students flour- ish, enjoy their time at college and are able to progress onto excellent destinations. In order to achieve this, the college strives to provide each student with one-to-one support and guidance along- side teaching that is tailored to their individual needs. This approach has helped to make Queen Mary’s not only a particularly happy college, but also a very successful one academically. Located on an impressive leafy campus in the heart of Hampshire, Queen Mary’s College attracts students from across and beyond the county. Each individual is supported to achieve their full potential, not just in terms of qualifica- tions, but also transferable skills and resilience. With excellent results year-on-
students find it impossible to resist participating in the wide range of extra-curricular opportunities open to them. Young people leave well equipped for the bright future ahead. QMC excels in the STEM subjects of maths and science and, as a result, many talented students are able to pursue dreams of prestigious careers
in areas such as medicine, engineering and veterinary science. QMC offers outstanding support to students applying to Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities and each year students secure places at these top universities. Open Evenings give prospec- tive students and their parents
the opportunity to discover what makes QMC so special and staff will happily discuss students’ options to help them get where they want to go. Come and see Queen Mary’s College for yourself. The teachers, students and staff look forward to
welcoming you. www.qmc.ac.uk
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Newbury Weekly News
Help your kids to relax During her 30 years as a teacher , AMANDA BAILEY noticed the increasing number of children and young people suffering with anxiety , s ress and poor self-esteem. She now offers a programme devised by Relax Kids, one of the leading experts in child relaxation training, classes and resour ces
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This sensory stimulation promotes the release of ‘happy chemicals’, reduces the adrenalin and allows calm and relaxed feelings to increase. These current fads provide individuals with an opportunity to explore the science behind regulating stress, as well as learn more strategies to help them feel calm and relaxed in all areas of their lives. Amanda runs Relax Kids community classes for children aged six to 11 in Hermitage and Wash Common. Each session contains Relax Kids’ seven unique steps. The children learn to regulate themselves with high-energy movement and games, then progress to a calm and relaxed state learning simple and fun relaxation strategies, such as massage, breathing techniques
and meditation. She also offers six-week Family Chill Skills courses in your own home for ages seven plus, including teens, young adults and parents. These sessions provide opportunities to learn relaxation techniques and strategies, including informa- tion about the structure of the brain and how this relates to emotions and feelings. It also explores ways to problem solve and change attitudes, behaviour and habits through visualisations, positive thinking and self belief. To find out more, visit www.relaxwithamanda.co.uk or email info@ relaxwithamanda.co.uk or call/text on 07909502667. n This article first appeared in Out & About , Spring 2019
DID you know that half of mental health problems suffered in adulthood start before a child reaches their 15th birthday? Frustrated with the lack of support, Amanda Bailey discovered Relax Kids, which showed her how to support the development of good mental health in children and young people. The programme provides a unique way in which to develop everyday strategies to manage stress, anxiety and differing moods. It helps young people who are feeling tired, cross or unhappy, those finding it difficult to sleep, stressed with exams, suffering from headaches and stomach problems and more. Many children are obsessed with fidget spinners, slime, squishes, squidgies and flossing (the dance not dental COLLEGIATE AC, one of Europe’s leading providers of award-winning student accommodation, has announced that their inaugural Collegiate Charitable Trust Gala & Auction will be held on May 18, 2019, at Barton House, in Oxfordshire. student mental health charity. The high-profile event will be hosted by actor and BBC Radio 1 DJ Cel Spellman, known for his role as Matt Williams in the ITV comedy drama Cold Feet . Guests will be welcomed with a Veuve Clicquot Champagne reception, followed by a five- course sit-down meal prepared by Tom Sherry, who trained under Michelin star chef Jason Atherton. This inaugural event will provide funding towards a programme of activities developed in conjunction with Student Minds, who work closely with students, service users, professionals and academics to develop new and innovative ways to improve the mental health of students. CEO of Student Minds Rosie Tressler says: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Collegiate and to be involved in such an exciting event. “We are fully committed to empowering students and members of the university community to develop the knowledge, confidence and skills to look after their own mental health, support others and create change. The event will be held in conjunction with Student Minds, the UK’s leading
After spending time focussing on the experience of breathing, encourage your child to sit up tall, with the body at ease, allowing the diaphragm to expand as their lungs fill with air, breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth. The slower the out breath the more relaxed your child will feel. Here are some fun breathing exercises to practise: n blow onto a large feather or pin wheel n blow through a straw – you can make this extra fun by using water, a milkshake, blow painting, bubble blowing n blow under a tissue and make it float n imagine you are blowing out candles on a birthday cake or blowing up a balloon
DEEP breathing will calm the mind and relax the body – the out breath is the calming breath. Before any breathing exercise take a moment to settle, feeling the body relax. Always breathe in through the nose and out through the mouth. Encourage your child to say how it makes them feel – they are then more likely to recognise emotional discomfort and use breathing as a strategy to combat anxiety. At first, together with your child spend time feeling and observing the sensations of breathing in the nose, chest and tummy. Lie down on your back and place a light object such as a book, soft toy or paper boat on the chest, then tummy and watch it go up and down.
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hygiene!). Without realising it, they are stimulating their senses, which has a calming effect on their nervous system. When we feel anxious the body releases stress hormones, adrenalin and cortisol, followed by an automatic ‘fight and flight’ reaction.
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lined up that will help make this the must-attend event for 2019.” Collegiate currently manages purpose-built student accom- modation developments in the UK, Spain and Portugal, with schemes in cities including Madrid, Valencia and Lisbon. Headquartered in Oxford, and with offices in Madrid, the company works with investors in the design, development, and management of private rented sector properties across the UK and Europe.
“Collegiate shares this vision with us and we are very grate- ful for their ongoing support.” Trustee and Founder of The Collegiate Charitable Trust Melanie Cuanalo said: “Student mental health is a matter close to our hearts here at Collegiate, so we’re very pleased to have teamed up with Student Minds for the charity gala. “This will be a truly memorable event and we look forward to revealing further exciting developments we have
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