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Nicki Chambers
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Former secondary English teacher, now writing news for Twinkl Digest.
Catch up with the week’s news for parents…

Report shows parents’ changing attitudes to attendance 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/zgw99

Nasal spray flu vaccine trials for under-twos 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/gc8z4

Buying clothes for children 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/19idq3
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
A new report from BETT reveals how much parents' attitudes towards school absence have changed and offers suggestions of how to address the attendance crisis.

Find out more 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7onee
November 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Nasal spray flu vaccinations are being trialled on children under two.

Find out more in today's Parents' Digest 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ma08d
November 20, 2025 at 7:09 AM
🚨ICYMI🚨
Buying clothes for children should be fun, but is often a minefield.
Find out about parents' experiences and ways to tackle things like high prices and lack of choice.
👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1jfqw6
November 18, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Are children's clothes too expensive? 🛒👕🩳
Do they perpetuate harmful gender stereotypes?

Parents' Digest reflects on my own experiences and hears from a range of parents about the issues they encounter when shopping for children's clothing.

Click here to read 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/17fdl8
November 17, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Catch up on this week’s news for parents…

New guidance on school uniform policy to help lower costs for parents 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/tioa7

The reality of parenting neurodivergent or anxious children 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/xtz1f

Simple ways to show kindness to yourself and others 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1bnwx7
November 14, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Today is #WorldKindnessDay and Parents' Digest is looking at the importance of being kind not just to others, but to yourself.

Read more here 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/15drs3
November 13, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Founder of Parental Minds C.I.C., Sarah-Lou Glover, spoke at the TES SEND show about some of the issues faced by parents of neurodivergent and anxious children.

Read her reflections and supportive suggestions in today's Parents' Digest 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1m66d9
November 12, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Updated guidance for schools on establishing a uniform policy that reduces costs to parents and combats discrimination has been released.

Find out more in today's Parents' Digest 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/o37qu
November 11, 2025 at 11:27 AM
🚨PARENTS🚨
When it comes to buying clothes for your children, what concerns you? Please comment below and keep an eye out for an upcoming article exploring the issue...
November 7, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Catch up on this week’s news for parents…

How to make the most of parents’ evenings 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1jpzvz

Changes to curriculum and assessments 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1ksjpb

New report suggests children don’t feel a sense of belonging at school 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/8ojsq
November 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The Global Equality Collective @geccollect.bsky.social has published its second Inclusion Index and the findings are essential reading for parents.

Find out more in today's Parents' Digest 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/17cru8
November 7, 2025 at 6:42 AM
🚨PARENTS🚨
You may be hearing about the Curriculum and Assessment Review and how education is set to change.

For a clear breakdown of what parents need to know about the planned changes, click here 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1ci8wm
November 5, 2025 at 2:33 PM
It's November the 5th, so here's a few helpful hints for staying safe around bonfires and fireworks, whether you are visiting an organised display or celebrating at home.
Click to read more 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/h5fi0
November 5, 2025 at 11:48 AM
🚨PARENTS🚨
Parents' evening appointments are short & it's easy to and up feeling a bit bewildered.

Reflecting on my own experiences & speaking to other educators, today's Digest offer some suggestions of how parents can make the most of these meetings.

Click here to read 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/z4b1v
November 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
A report from The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) outlines recommendations for implementing sustainable practices in pre and post-natal maternity care.

Read more about the Green Maternity Report and comments from experts 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1b6th6
October 30, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Catch up on the #Halloween2025 Safety Series this half-term… 🎃🦺

Autumn/winter road safety 👉http://twinkl.co.uk/l/1l6g5c

Halloween at home safety 👉http://twinkl.co.uk/l/11ccyn

Trick or treat safety 👉http://twinkl.co.uk/l/1bt8x0

Bonfire/firework safety 👉http://twinkl.co.uk/l/h5fi0
October 28, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Catch up with this week’s news for parents…

Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/cle3v

Staying safe around bonfires and fireworks 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/h5fi0

How you can find free and low-cost activities for the half-term break 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1680gv
October 23, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Do you know the #FireworkCode? Ahead of bonfire night celebrations, read Parents' Digest's advice on keeping children safe.

Click here to read more 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/h5fi0
October 23, 2025 at 9:16 AM
On Wednesdays, we talk #safety 🦺

This week's instalment of the #Halloween Safety Series looks ahead to bonfire and fireworks celebrations and how to keep children safe, whether it's at an organised display or a party at home 🎇🎆

Click here to read 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1lu3mn
October 22, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Tuition fees, new qualifications and more, find out what parents need to know about the government's new Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper.
Click here to read 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/10t3ub
October 22, 2025 at 7:04 AM
For new followers, here is a little introduction to me, what I do at Parents' Digest and what I did beforehand.

If you know someone who you think would benefit from our free news, guidance and support, please point them in our direction at twinkl.co.uk/news/parents-news-digest
October 17, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Catch up on this week's news for parents...

Free & low-cost things to do over half-term 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1680gv

Trick or treat safety advice 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/1bt8x0

Conservative Party Conference 2025 👉 twinkl.co.uk/l/7yadf
October 17, 2025 at 5:48 AM
The half-term break is almost here so Parents' Digest has put together a list of places families can find discounts on days out and where children can eat for free.
#discounts #FamilyFun

Find out more here 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/147b8d
October 16, 2025 at 11:06 AM
On Wednesdays, we talk safety 🦺

With #Halloween fast approaching, this week's instalment of the Halloween Safety Series looks at keeping children safe when trick or treating 🎃
#TrickOrTreat #safety

Read more 👉 www.twinkl.co.uk/l/hohx2
October 15, 2025 at 7:44 AM