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School represents a significant chapter in your child’s life, spanning 12 years where their primary goal is to learn. Tackling such a lengthy and important project should not be done haphazardly. Instead, focus on creating structure and organisation in your child’s educational environment, especially in the early years when your involvement as a teacher is most prominent. Instilling organised, methodical habits early on can set the stage for long-term success. Start With Structure At the beginning of each school year, ensure your child’s materials are prepared and easily accessible. Gather their stationery, books, and other resources, and designate a special,...

When doing any kind of schoolwork or activity, children can sometimes be so focused on trying to complete 20 questions or 10 sums or write a long enough essay, that they are focused more on the quantity of work they are doing, than putting in the effort to give the best quality work. Charlotte Mason introduced the concept of "perfect execution", meaning work towards perfection, always giving your best effort. She recommended that a time limit be set on children's work and the child should work at a slow enough pace during that time period to deliver something at the...