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A mother waits in her car near a school — but stopping in restricted zones during the school run could still lead to fines or penalty points under UK parking laws.

Hartlepool parents risk £100 fine and three points on their licence while doing ...

These next few months of exam prep will be crucial

21 things parents can do at home to help teens prepare for GCSEs

Common study mistakes can mean students aren't learning as efficiently as they could

6 of the most common GCSE study mistakes - and what to do instead

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7 tips for a safe and fun experience when taking your child to work

From how your child's school compares to other local schools to its SEN provision, there's plenty of info to be found online

How to find official data on your child's school - and what it means

L-R - Charlie, Rich, Sophie (Photo: Richard Carter)

Why I always talk to my kids about money — and you should too

Over half have suffered discomfort for more than a year

Eight in 10 Brits suffer chronic pain - say life is 'on hold'

Major health organisations like WHO and the NHS have screen time recommendations for parents

How much screen time experts say your child should have at every age

Most common causes of frustrations are unexpected road closures and heavy traffic

Boredom strikes just 43 minutes into a family road trip, research says

English schoolchildren have plenty of holidays to look forwards to throughout the year

England's school term dates for 2025 - and when Easter holidays end

West View Primary School pupils are pictured at the art exhibition.

Hartlepool pupils' artwork goes on display

Parents worry their kids are going to spend the entire two weeks on their devices

Parents think kids will spend four hours a day on screens this Easter

A couple on their wedding day clasping hands with the bride's father

Funny and heart-warming wedding moments: Blind Date vow renewal

Children with this common skin condition may be more likely to suffer from hay fever later in life.

Warning sign your child may suffer with hay fever later in life

Emma and Matt Willis on board a Disney Cruise Line

Emma and Matt Willis test ‘perfect’ holiday formula

The moment Deborah Gosling, from Sheffield, met Corinne Hutton - the transplant patient who received her twin sister’s hands.

Watch: Woman meets recipient of her twin sister’s hands

Watch the moment Deborah Gosling met Corinne Hutton - the transplant patient who received her twin sister’s hands.

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1 in 7 babies in the UK admitted to neonatal care each year

Parents could receive 12 weeks FULL paid leave in new neo natal policy

Toilet stops and poor mobile signal were top road trip bugbears

Top 20 most common family road trip frustrations

A group of friends who have found happiness by being together and sharing their problems. Photo posed by models

Childline: Stress Awareness Month aims to foster a happier, healthier and more r...

There are quite a few different types of state-funded schools in England

Everything you need to know about the different types of state school

Olympic Champion Joe Fraser launches gymnastics club in Lichfield, UK

Ad Feature Olympic champion Joe Fraser launches UK gymnastics club

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‘I was a boss who expected office time - one thing changed everything'

Emojis and the different understandings generations have of them is a key plot point in 'Adolescence'

Emojis with hidden meanings parents should know - and whether to worry

Adolescence has drawn fresh attention to young men and boys being radicalised online

Adolescence and 'incel culture in schools' - 12 signs to look out for

Parents dedicate 48 minutes to reading the most loved book each week

Parents read the same bedtime story to their children 416 times a YEAR

TikTok has the potential to expose children to harm, from explicit content to unwanted messages

Six dangers you need to be aware of if your children are using TikTok

One in three Gen Zers have increased their charitable giving

Gen Z and millennials are the most charitable generations, study shows

Gen Z and Millennials are the most charitable age groups – both giving an average of more than £500 a year.

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These North East secondary schools had some of the region's lowest absence rates

The North East's 15 best state secondary schools for attendance

Tom Daley enrols in British Gas' Get Set for Positive Energy education programme

Tom Daley goes back to school to learn Gen Alpha slang - like 'slay'

Ms Philippines Great Britain 2024

Top 4 quirky UK series: Ms Philippines Great Britain and more

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World Oral Health Day: A Quarter of Parents ‘Forget’ to Brush Their Kids Teeth

More than 4 in 5 head teachers say they have been abused by a parent in the last year

3 ways schools handle angry parents - as 4 out of 5 heads face abuse

Chickenpox is a viral infection that mostly affects children, but you can get it at any age

Warning to parents over the dangers of 'chicken pox parties'

Children at dozens of North East schools will benefit from the new programme's first phase

The North East primary schools trialling free breakfast clubs in April

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The best pocket money cards and apps to teach financial independence

New app 'Parent Geenee' can limit how your child uses different apps at home, school - or even at friend's hosues

The new app that lets parents customise what apps kids use, and where

It's never to early to start talking about careers

Three ways to talk to your child about their future career plans

Children dressed up for World Book Day are welcomed to school by their headteacher in 2021 (Photo: Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)

Parents spend up to £50 on kids' World Book Day outfits – how to save

Honey is a popular pancake topping - but it shouldn't be given to children under one.

The one ingredient you should never feed your baby on Pancake Day

Some groups of children get legal priority when it comes to school places, and schools also have their own criteria for handling too many applications

Which children get priority when it comes to secondary school places

These are the 10 essential questions to ask your partner before the baby arrives.

10 questions you should ask your partner before you have a baby

A photo of children using smartphones

Screenagers: Smartphone impact on children

This test can be make-or-break when it comes to getting into a grammar school, but preparing doesn't need to be stressful

Eight fun ways to prepare your child for the grammar school 11+ exam

Starting secondary school can be a scary time for children

Children's 7 biggest fears about starting secondary school

You have the right to appeal if your child isn't offered a place in your secondary school of choice

How to appeal if your child doesn't get into chosen secondary school

The Government says the new guidance will help parents save cash by preventing 'overcharging on childcare'

How much you could save on free childcare - as new 'protections' added

National secondary school offers day is coming up quick

When is secondary school offers day - and what parents need to know

About two in five parents struggle with primary school maths terminology

The homework subject parents dread helping with the most uncovered

The number of penalty notices handed out for term-time family holidays differed noticeably by council area

The worst areas in the North East for term-time family holiday fines

Yes, you really can buy a pair of Crocs for £8. If you must...

Amazon is selling genuine kids' Crocs for £8 - but there is a catch

Photo of children with smartphones

What to Watch This Week: The Death of Nightlife?

Nearly seven in 10 scammed children are left feeling anxious as a result

7 signs your child is being scammed online - and how to keep them safe

Half term can be a stressful time for parents but it doesn't have to be.

The nine ways that parents can beat the stress this half term

There are plenty of safe and child-friendly apps that can help young people build essential skills

Top 4 apps for building kids' reading and maths skills this half-term

Student puts their hand up.

Ofsted Chief Inspector says it’s time to rethink school holiday length

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