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Food Safety for Food Banks: Rules & Regulations

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety

If you work or volunteer in a food bank, there are food safety considerations you must bear in mind. We outline the rules and regulations to be aware of here.

Feb 24, 2021
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How to Talk About Mental Health

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Talking about mental health shows others that you are there for them, and helps to reduce the stigma around it. Find ideas on how to talk about the topic here.

Feb 19, 2021
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Risk Assessment for Cleaning: Free Template

COSHH Risk Assessment

Cleaning activities come with many different types of hazards. Learn about the hazards and download your free risk assessment template for cleaning here.

Feb 12, 2021
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Vegan Food Products: What are the Labelling Requirements?

Allergens and Food Labelling

An increase in demand has seen the manufacturing of vegan food products grow. We cover the labelling requirements and how it impacts allergy sufferers here.

Feb 10, 2021
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How to Teach Children About Healthy Relationships

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

It’s important to give children the tools they need to build healthy relationships and recognise warning signs. Find tips for teaching these skills here.

Feb 8, 2021
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What are High Touch Surfaces and How Should You Clean Them?

Health and Hygiene

Cleaning certain types of surfaces more frequently than others is crucial. Find out how you should clean and disinfect high touch surfaces here.

Feb 5, 2021
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How to Promote Positive Mental Health in Schools

Education Mental Health and Wellbeing Teachers and Parents

For #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we’re looking at promoting positive mental health in schools. Find ideas you can easily add to the school routine, here.

Jan 29, 2021
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How to Upskill Yourself

Career Development Training

Upskilling is something that is becoming increasingly relevant. Find out what it means to upskill yourself, why it’s beneficial, and how to do it here.

Jan 27, 2021
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Music Therapy: What Are The Benefits & How Does it Work?

Teachers and Parents

Music therapy can be used to help people in a variety of circumstances. We outline how it works and who can benefit from this approach here.

Jan 22, 2021
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What are the Best Practices for Online Teaching & Learning?

Education Teachers and Parents

Adjusting to remote learning can be difficult. We outline the current expectations and provide some best practices for online teaching here.

Jan 20, 2021
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How to Set a Table: Basic, Casual and Formal Dining

Hospitality

Our article provides guidance on how to set a basic, casual and formal table. Find setting ideas and a video on setting a table in your home, here.

Jan 18, 2021
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Why is Child Development So Important in Early Years?

Early Years Teachers and Parents

The first five years of a child’s life are critical for the rest of their lives. Find guidance on how to encourage their development during this time here.

Jan 15, 2021
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What is Asbestos Awareness Training & Who Needs it?

Asbestos Awareness Training

There are three types of asbestos training available. We explain what Asbestos Awareness Training covers, who it is suitable for and the benefits, here.

Jan 11, 2021
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Forest School: What Is It and What Are the Benefits?

Education Teachers and Parents

Forest Schools have their own philosophies and ethos that benefit children in unique ways. We outline what a forest school is and the benefits here.

Jan 8, 2021
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Food Packaging Materials: Regulations & Different Types

Food Safety HACCP

Packaging used by food businesses must be food safe. We outline food packaging regulations and explain the different types of contact materials, here.

Jan 6, 2021
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How to Support EAL Students in the Classroom

Education Teachers and Parents

It is important for teachers to understand how best to help EAL students learn. We outline the barriers to learning and provide teaching methods, here.

Jan 4, 2021
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The Importance of Phonemic Awareness: Teaching Strategies

Education Teachers and Parents

Phonemic awareness is essential for success in learning to read and spell. We outline what it is and provide some strategies for teaching, here.

Dec 28, 2020
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What is E-Learning?

Career Development Training

The popularity of e-learning has particularly surged in 2020. We outline what e-learning is, some of its advantages and how it can benefit you, here.

Dec 23, 2020
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How to Begin Homeschooling: Guidance & Requirements

Education Teachers and Parents

If you decide to homeschool your child, it’s important to know the requirements. We outline the steps to take and provide some tips and ideas, here.

Dec 21, 2020
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Planning a Christmas Dinner: Free Checklist

Food Safety

Making the perfect Christmas dinner is something that we all aspire to. Download a free checklist to help make sure that you’re completely prepared, here.

Dec 17, 2020
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