Aligning School and Family Values
1 November, 2021
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, goes through a series of questions that will help you determine whether or not a boarding school aligns with
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, goes through a series of questions that will help you determine whether or not a boarding school aligns with
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, shares strategies for making the most of weekends and holidays with your child when they’re at boarding school.
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, discusses the important topic of helping your child transition to boarding school. Key points include: Watch Justin’s video, where
Dr Justin Coulson answers the important question “what are some healthy habits that every student should know about before they start boarding school?”. He touches
Connection is critical for healthy relationships with our kids. But how do you maintain a strong relationship with your child when you’re physically apart? Dr
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, chats about the factors to consider when choosing a boarding school, in addition to friends, philosophy and fun which
Dr Justin Coulson, from Happy Families, discusses the all-important questions parents ask themselves when considering boarding school for their child—”is boarding school right for my
It’s normal for children to feel scared, homesick, lonely, or unsure. Here’s how to make the transition to boarding school easier. Every January boarding schools
Our teens’ mental health can be impacted by distance from family and loved ones. Here’s what to expect if you are sending your children to
Starting boarding school, or any new school for that matter, can be a bit of an upheaval for teens. But being armed with information can
Your teen is getting ready to venture out into the boarding school world. Encouraging independence in your teen will help them be prepared for their new
Boarding school vs day school. When it comes to motivation, engagement and psychological wellbeing, which is the better choice? Boarding schools have been a feature
If you’re wondering how to talk to your daughter about body image, you’re not alone. It’s a conversation that has no beginning or end, but
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