The leap from school life to the world of study and work can be quite stressful for matriculants, but if preparation starts early, it can easily be managed. Honest conversations with your child about their dreams and plans underpin the whole process. I think this preparation is crucial to help our children achieve their ideals. […]
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Work, school runs, lunchboxes and homework… the daily routine is back in full swing for South African families after the festive season. While every parent treasures family time, with memories of the holidays still fresh, the everyday grind can feel unrelenting. Juggling work, school, cooking, cleaning, homework, lunch prep, baths and bedtimes often leaves little
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If you dread the daily lunch trade-off during break time at school, Johandre Grobler, executive chef at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, has fabulous alternatives to bland sandwiches. His five no-reheating-required meals are simple to prep, budget-friendly and guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest of palates. Sushi-inspired tortilla rolls What you’ll need: Tortilla wraps, cream cheese,
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Can you believe that back-to-school time is already here? It’s a tough time for learners and parents alike, though for different reasons. Parents worry about providing their children with everything they will need for the school year, and there’s a lot to consider: academic considerations, friendships, logistics, stationery lists – and lunch! BIC is always
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As the new school year begins, parents are making sure their children are ready with all the essentials including stationery, textbooks and, of course, a schoolbag. Whether plain black, shocking pink or patterned in every colour of the rainbow, the bags slung over the shoulders of South African schoolchildren may all look similar to the
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As the 2025 school year begins, back-to-school anxiety is at the top of families’ minds as they navigate an evolving educational landscape and lingering challenges from recent years. “Many children and teens have faced disruptions in learning, new social pressures and increased digital influences that can heighten stress,” says CEO of Affinity Health, Murray Hewlett.
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Toughees, South Africa’s iconic school shoe brand since 1954, has made back-to-school shopping even easier for parents with the launch of its exciting range of school accessories. Building on decades of experience in crafting tough, durable and reliable school shoes, Toughees is now a one-stop shop for nearly all your child’s back-to-school needs. This new
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South African parents and guardians are grappling with the financial reality of preparing their children for the school year. With many family budgets already stretched, the added expenses can feel overwhelming. The costs for essentials like fees, uniforms, textbooks and stationery add up quickly. Additionally, families must account for sporting equipment, technology, transport, class outings
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The unexpected hunch. The tight neck twist. Body stiffness. Headaches. Spine curves. Lopsided walks through the carpark… For the most part, we’ve looked passed these ‘mild’ physical complaints in a school-goer’s life. In some ways, we’ve even normalised the proverbial school kid’s slouch as part of the regular school day. Our youth is growing into
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As schoolchildren and university students in South Africa write their year-end exams, it’s important for them (and their parents) to ensure they get quality sleep. By prioritising sleep, students are more likely to perform well academically and be able to manage stress during exams, as well as their physical and emotional well-being. A balancing act
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