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It's not just round-the-clock meals and laundry service you lay on - you're also your child's most influential mentor and role-model. No pressure!

You're best placed to talk to your child, give them one-to-one attention and to find out what interests them - and what makes them laugh.

Happy balanced children are what all parents hope and pray for - but how can you make sure your child thrives?

Even the most experienced parent needs some support - and there's help at home for you here.

Your experiences
I spend about an hour and a half on the computer every night.
Your questions
Should I try to teach my child to read before they go to school?
Parent's pearls

"Of all the animals, the boy is the most unmanageable." - Plato
The facts

Bullying is affecting children's health and education - 3% of victims are school refusers; 6% have been removed from school; and 1% of parents saw no solution to the problem other than to move home.
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