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Building resilience online: How the SWIPE Workbook helps young people thrive
12th September 2025
In today’s digital world, young people face unprecedented challenges, online trolling, harassment, and the pressure to stay resilient in the face of negativity. The recent success of the Lionesses in the Euro Finals reminded us of the mental strength required not just by athletes, but by all young...
LUNCHBOX LIFESAVERS
10th September 2025
Primary Times offers easy, healthy, and budget-friendly packed lunch ideas that kids will love to eat. As the school year gets underway, the daily task of preparing lunchboxes returns — and for many parents, so does the challenge of keeping lunches nutritious, affordable and appealing. But with...
Cashback for you and your local school with My School Fund
9th September 2025
Since its launch, My School Fund has raised over £800,000 for schools and families across the UK, as it continues to go from strength to strength. Created by ESPO in partnership with Sainsbury’s and Argos, the scheme is a simple, free way to boost budgets for everyone involved. The concept...
Fundraising Fun for Schools
8th September 2025
Blue Cross national pet charity is celebrating the 20th anniversary its schools’ programme with a new fundraising campaign launching this Autumn 2025. Pennies for Pets is a fun and meaningful way for children to help pets by doing small chores for family and friends in return for pennies to...
GoGo Back to School with Lilo & Stitch & GoGo squeeZ: Your Friendship Adventure Starts Here
1st September 2025
The back-to-school season isn’t just about new shoes and sharpened pencils - it’s a fresh start, a chance for new adventures, and a time to celebrate friendship! This September, GoGo squeeZ is teaming up with Disney Lilo & Stitch to make the return to school extra special. New limited...
Supporting you to make decisions for the health of your family
30th August 2025
Flu can be very unpleasant, especially for children. It can lead to serious complications like pneumonia and in some cases, admission to hospital or intensive care. That’s why every year, children aged 2 to 16 are offered the nasal flu vaccine. It is quick and painless. If you do not want your...
Ready, set, race for childhood
26th August 2025
Join RBC Race for the Kids, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity’s family festival and fun run on Saturday 11 October in London’s Hyde Park. From walking and wheeling to running and scooting, take on 2k or 5k your way. Whether you sprint like a superhero, whizz on wheels, or simply enjoy...
School Choices: A Parent’s Guide
24th August 2025
Step up to secondary with confidence! Primary Times provides supportive tips and advice for the parents of Year 5 and 6 pupils As your child nears the end of primary school, choosing the right secondary can feel like a big leap. Every child is different, and so is every school, so how do...
10 Simple and Fun Ways Families Can Boost Literacy at Home
22nd August 2025
In celebration of International Literacy Day, Primary Times offers fun, at-home activities to help families support children’s literacy development. As families settle back into school routines, September brings more than just new timetables and packed lunches – it also marks International...
Tesco Extends National Fruit & Veg For Schools Programme
20th August 2025
Great news for pupils and parents! With Tesco having announced that its Fruit & Veg for Schools programme will be extended for another year, this brings free, healthy snacks to even more schools across the UK in the 2025–2026 academic year. Launched in September 2024 as part of Tesco’s...
Bodies, Books & Brilliant Routines with Dr Emily
18th August 2025
Primary Times caught up with NHS doctor, author and children’s health advocate, Dr Emily MacDonagh… Ahead of the new school year, Dr Emily launches her brand-new children’s title for curious minds aged 3 and up, Incredible Things Your Body Can Do! A fun and accessible first look...
Experts Urge First Eye Test Before Your Child Starts School
18th August 2025
Whether your child has just stepped into the classroom for the first time or moved up a year, now is the perfect moment to book their sight test. Experts recommend children have their first eye test at age 3 or 4– ideally before they start primary school – even if there are no outward signs...
Outdoor Adventure Girls join inclusive line-up for 2025 YHA Festival of Walking
18th July 2025
YHA (England & Wales) has unveiled the full programme of social and guided walks for the 2025 YHA Festival of Walking. The popular five-week-long celebration of walking designed to help more people take their first steps into the world of walking, community, and the great outdoors Running from...