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Are kids allowed to be kids?

The latest ‘Children’s School Lives’ study finds that teachers are concerned that children starting school are “over-prepared” in academic skills .When, in reality the focus, at this age should be on social, emotional and self-management skills. Andrea...

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12.45 25 Aug 2022


Are kids allowed to be kids?


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12.45 25 Aug 2022


The latest ‘Children’s School Lives’ study finds that teachers are concerned that children starting school are “over-prepared” in academic skills .When, in reality the focus, at this age should be on social, emotional and self-management skills. Andrea was joined by listeners to discuss if kid's should be allowed to be kids, rather then overly focusing on academia.


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