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How to keep English alive over the summer holidays

Tips and online resources to keep practising English in a simple and fun way over the summer.

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♟️ The magic of chess meets the passion for education!

Interview with Isacco Ibba, the legendary chess master behind our extracurricular clubs.

Charlie the Sleepy Bear - A bedtime story

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On the occasion of World Book Day and World Sleep Day, we have created a themed bedtime story for you, featuring Charlie the Bear—the same little bear we accompanied on his adventures in London last summer.

The Fundamental Role of Respect for Teachers in Children's Growth

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A child’s relationship with their teachers plays a crucial role in their development. School is not just a place for academic learning; it is also an environment where meaningful relationships form, influencing students' emotional and social growth. Let’s not forget that children spend most of their day at school. For this reason, it is essential to foster an attitude of respect toward teachers and avoid negative criticism in front of our children.

Interview with Maria: Learning by Teaching – The PCTO Experience Between School and Personal Growth

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Did you know that every year we welcome dozens of high school and university students who choose to complete their PCTO (Pathways for Transversal Skills and Orientation) or internship at Chatterbox?

We interviewed one of them: Maria, a sixteen-year-old student from the Eleonora d’Arborea Linguistic High School in Cagliari, currently taking part in the PCTO program with our Year 2 class.

To find out what motivated her to choose our school and how her experience unfolds in the classroom, read the article!

Report cards - How to encourage your child to bring out their best

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Receiving your child's grade report and seeing below expectations marks can be a challenging moment for any parent. It’s natural to feel concerned, but how you handle the situation can make a significant difference in your child’s growth and confidence. Here are some tips to navigate this situation thoughtfully.

Celebrating Valentine’s Day with young children (+ printable cards)

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Valentine’s Day is often thought of as a celebration of romantic love, but for very young children in playschool and primary school, it can be a wonderful opportunity to reinforce the concepts of friendship, kindness, and love in general.

Reading as a shared experience - The class book sets

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During the school year, many teachers from our primary and secondary classes hand each student a copy of a reading book from the school set. The pupils read the book gradually, week by week, under the teacher's guidance. All copies are then returned to the school.

Why did we choose to organise class book sets instead of asking the families to buy them every year? Read the brief article below to find out! ⬇️

The school governing bodies: what happens beyond classroom lessons?

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When we think of school, we often imagine only the lessons in the classroom. However, there is a "behind-the-scenes" world that ensures the school operates smoothly, involving teachers, parents, and students. This world is organized through governing bodies, which are groups of people who meet to make important decisions. Let’s explore the main ones together.

Enrolment Time: Registering for the Upcoming School Year

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As January arrives, it's time to enrol pupils for the upcoming academic year.

Chatterbox Advent Calendar 2024

🇬🇧 The most festive month of the year has arrived and so has the Chatterbox Advent Calendar! 🎁🎄

🇮🇹 Il mese più festoso dell'anno è arrivato e con lui anche il Calendario dell'Avvento Chatterbox! 🎁🎄

The mirror: a simple and creative educational tool for Playschool

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In playschool, every element of the environment can be transformed into an educational opportunity, and the mirror is no exception. It is highly valuable for fostering identity formation, stimulating self-esteem, and developing children’s social and cognitive skills.