Mindfulness During Coronavirus Posted on 21 May 2020 by Nikita Ponnappah at Kent-Teach in Wellbeing With the Coronavirus pandemic continuing to change our lives social distancing restrictions it is inevitable that we will feel disorientated and overwhelmed. It is important that we look after our mental wellbeing and prevent ourselves from escalating into panic. If you’re feeling anxious about everything that is going on, why not take a moment to carry out a mindful activity? You may find this makes you feel calmer and more self-aware. Read More...
Keeping Mentally Healthy During Lockdown Posted on 18 May 2020 by Nikita Ponnappah at Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Today kick starts mental health awareness week and this year’s focus is ‘kindness’. The Mental Health Foundation is raising awareness and challenging us to be kind to ourselves and others within our community. Read More...
How to Become a Qualified Teacher, a Guide to the Different Routes into Teaching Posted on 14 May 2020 by Guest Blogger - Teacher Training UK in Career In this article, we’re going to answer some of the questions you may have relating to getting started as a qualified teacher. We’ll investigate some of the different routes available to you and how you can use your skills to enter the world of teaching. Read More...
5 Tips to Get The Most From Home Learning During Coronavirus Pandemic Posted on 12 May 2020 by Guest Blogger - Laura Slingo in General With schools closed everywhere and no clear notion of when they might resume operation, home schooling has gone from a niche pursuit to a practical necessity. Tests aren’t on the horizon, but it isn’t about hitting academic targets: it’s about keeping kids learning to avoid developmental stagnation. Read More...
5 Ways To Keep The Kids Busy And Entertained During Coronavirus Posted on 7 May 2020 by Nikita Ponnappah at Kent-Teach in General Since we were told to stay at home and stay safe, many of us have had to think outside the box and find ways to keep our children busy. As we creep up to nearly 2 months since closures it is inevitable that many of us will start to lose momentum. With no current date set when children will be returning to the classroom, Kent-Teach have created some ideas and activities for those in need of some inspiration. Read More...
How To Teach From The Comfort Of Your Own Home, A Helpful Guide Posted on 5 May 2020 by Guest Blogger- Teacher Training UK in Career | General Online teaching has brought with it a range of unexplored and unknown territories, especially when it comes to its relative novelty when compared to orthodox teaching methods. Combined with a comprehensive course outline and the right resources, online learning can prove to be even more effective as compared to a conventional classroom setting. Read More...
Your Ultimate Guide to Working Out at Home Posted on 27 April 2020 by Michelle McCartney - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing With gyms, classes and fitness events closed across the country, we are having to find new ways to get our daily exercise fix within our homes and gardens. Read on for our top tips and recommendations for working out at home! Read More...
6 Ways Music Helps Your Child Stay Well-Rounded During the Coronavirus Outbreak Posted on 23 April 2020 by Guest Blogger - Rebecca Marlow in General Like everyone else in the world, you may be feeling conflicted about the realities of the Coronavirus outbreak and social distancing. Think of this as an opportunity to both spend time with your children and encourage your child’s growth in unique ways. Here’s how music can help your children stay well-rounded during the Coronavirus outbreak. Read More...
5 Free Educational Resources For Teachers and Students Posted on 20 April 2020 by Guest Blogger - Laura May in Resources As teachers, it’s more important than ever to find fresh and exciting resources to inspire classes and motivate kids — particularly when those kids are working from home by themselves or with guidance from mum and dad. With that in mind, here are five great and free educational resources for teachers and students at home. Read More...
8 Top Tips on How to Survive Working from Home Posted on 14 April 2020 by Nikita Ponnappah at Kent-teach in General As we enter our fourth week in lockdown many of us will be following the government guidelines and working remotely within the family home. For some of us, this way of working could face barriers and challenges as we all have differing living environments. It’s important to consider that although this can be a popular way of working, some of us are not lucky enough to have an office set up. Read More...