Back to School: Roll into after-school activities with confidence
27 Jan, 2021 04:00 PM
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School is coming, ready or not, and it s time for parents as well as kids to get ready. Herald reporter (and mum) Kirsty Wynn offers a practical guide to what you need to know. Today: After-school activities.
From skateboarding and parkour to roller skating and cooking classes there is now a never-ending choice of extra-curricular activities.
Choosing the right fit for your child instills confidence and dedication - an activity they don t enjoy can mean weekly push-back and arguments about attendance.
Team sports are still popular but there is a growing trend among schoolkids to try something new - and often just for fun.
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