Financial fear getting in the way of having some half-term fun this week? If the answer is ‘yes’, then you’ve come to the right page – Scotland4kids’ Laura Barr, has put together a list of superb ideas to have family fun and create memories without breaking the bank. From cosyRead More →
This week’s (6-12 February) marks Children’s Mental Health Week and to mark it the NSPCC has offered advice for children and adults who may need help connecting with each other. Darren Worth, Service Head of Childline said: “At Childline, we know that mental health is something that thousands of childrenRead More →
9 out of 10 prospective adopters say the cost-of-living crisis is affecting their decisions about adoption, according to a December 2022 survey by the charity Adoption UK. 87% of prospective adopters said cost of living increases were a significant factor in the decisions they were making about becoming an adoptiveRead More →
Budget sets out £4.85 billion investment in Education and Skills. A range of measures to help children, parents and carers with costs around school have been set out in the Scottish Government’s budget. These include expansion of free school meals in primary schools, holiday food provision and investment to ensureRead More →
The countdown is well and truly on – 2023 is very nearly upon us and we thought it would be a great idea to put together some New Year’s resolutions which the whole family can get involved with. Making New Year’s resolutions as a family is the perfect way toRead More →
Creating magical memories with your family to bring in the New Year can be the perfect way to get creative as a family. We’re sharing out top 10 activities to make sure you give your little ones a New Year to remember! Create a New Year’s Eve Party MenuRead More →
Don’t waste that leftover turkey on a boring old sandwich, think outside the box and try these delicious recipes to make the most of it! With everyone’s purse strings much tighter than normal this year, it really is important to think outside the baking tray and get your money’s worth.Read More →
Sleep experts, Bed Kingdom , have shared some advice on how to help your little ones get some much-needed sleep on Christmas Eve so they don’t turn into little grinches by morning! Fill the morning with exercise Whether it’s a family walk or perhaps their favourite sport, taking the little onesRead More →
There has been an increase in younger children now having regular access to social media and if you’re worried that they’re entering a world you can’t follow, Scotland4Kids has the ultimate social media guide to help keep you and your tween internet savvy – especially if Santa is bringingRead More →
Improvements make it easier for families to get money they are entitled to People who receive Scottish Child Payment and qualify for Best Start Grant Early Learning and School Age payments will be paid them automatically, without the need to apply for them separately. Social Security Scotland will notify clientsRead More →