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Whether your child is in school or being home educated, this category helps Christian parents engage with educational life thoughtfully and faithfully. From navigating relationships with schools to addressing RE content or supporting learning at home, these articles offer perspective, wisdom, and encouragement for Christian families in the world of education.
3 things Christian parents can do when engaging with RE in schools
When you hear the words ‘RE lesson’ what springs to mind? It may trigger memories of copying notes from a board or a book about things we didn’t really understand. It may be remembering particularly quirky teachers, or maybe you don’t remember RE lessons even happening!
Homeschooling has its benefits for Christian families but it’s not for everyone
Over the last few decades school life has changed along with wider culture. Whilst education used to be far more aligned with Christian teaching there is now more distance between the two. This has prompted some to home educate their children.
5 ways Christian parents can engage with sex and relationships education in school
No parent relishes the prospect of ’The talk’ with their kids. And when it comes to the birds and the bees, Christians are no exception; talking about sex and relationships can be embarrassing for both parents and children. Uncertainty, or fear of “getting it wrong” often lead mums and dads to stay silent- even in Christian homes. My husband and I recently bit the bullet and broached the topic with our eldest son; it’s safe to say there were a few awkward giggles and some very red faces!
5 ways Christian parents can prevent their children from being groomed
If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably heard about “grooming gangs.”
Helping your child start school with confidence and faith
The school places have been finalised, and the countdown has begun. Whether your child is starting school for the first time, entering a new year, or starting at a new school, new beginnings are a big deal — and change is always hard. So how do we prepare our children in mind, body, and soul?
“School is a waste of time!” What Christian parents can say in response
Over the last couple of decades, various socio-economic, political, and cultural developments have contributed to the advanced and complex world we now live in. One of the outcomes of this transformation is that the world of work has undergone a structural overhaul, emerging as a landscape that includes all kinds of new and novel professional choices and career paths. Against this backdrop, one of the colossal questions is: does school still hold the key position it once held in contemporary society? More importantly, what do we say to the significant proportion of young people who think that school is a waste of their time?
A Christian parent’s guide to mandatory reporting: What’s going on and why it matters
Trigger Warning: This article contains information about child sexual abuse
Gifts not grades: Recognising every young person’s God-given talents
The summer term in schools means different things to different ages of children and young people. For some it is the term of sports day, end of year shows, outdoor PE lessons and being allowed to play on the school field. For our older ones this term brings very different events ahead; this is the term of exams, and all that they bring with them.
Grace Keir: The 'young preacher of the year' on the prize that changed her life
In Spring 2023 16-year-old Grace Keir gave a talk on the subject ‘Why there is hope’. So far so unremarkable, plenty of 16-year-olds talk on similar subjects up and down the UK every week. But this talk was recorded and sent off to the Premier Unbelievable Youth Preaching Prize (with Spring Harvest) and Grace won.
It’s not all in the head - Physical activity is really important for the mental and spiritual health of youth and children
In 2024 there were 9.3 million NHS Couch to 5K runs started in the year as people sought to get healthy. I really enjoy physical activity but there are times (especially at the end of a busy day or if it is cold and dark) that dragging myself away from a comfy sofa is quite a challenge. However, one thing I do know is that being active is good for me and I always feel better having chosen to abandon the sofa for exercise.
Now parents know which school their year 6 children are going to it’s time to start getting ready
Our youth and children make several big steps in their life but as parents and carers we make those steps with them and can be as concerned and nervous as they are. One of the biggest steps our children make is starting at secondary school and that certainly is a significant change for us parents!
Parents are the key to bridging the gap between church and school
Ashley Nichols sees parents as playing a pivotal role in helping schools provide appropriate space and time for children and young people to consider the Christian faith.
What you need to know about vaping as a Christian parent
Do you know a young person who vapes?
Why being ‘trauma informed’ is following in the way of Jesus
Sally Hope believes that of all people, Christians should be engaged with those in society who have had a lousy start
It’s time to ‘scrap the cap’ on faith-based schools admissions
Did you have the opportunity to attend a faith-based school?
Off to uni and off God? Helping your child connect with Christians
What helped you settle into a new place?
Studying maths as a Christian
Do you think there’s any connection between maths and faith?
Studying psychology as a Christian
Was psychology a subject offered at your school?
It’s his first day at High School. How am I going to cope?!
Were your transitions to a new school harder for you, or for your child?
3 ways to make ‘drop off and pick up’ precious times in the term ahead
How valuable were chats with your parents on the journey to school?
Studying English Language as a Christian
How did you find ‘English’ studies?
I hope your family enjoys success on GCSE results day, but don’t define ‘success’ too narrowly
Did your exam results at 16 define your next steps?
Studying economics as a Christian
Do you have a basic grasp of economics?
A-level results and life beyond - keeping God at the centre of the drama
How significant were results days for you?
Would you ban mobile phones in school?
How would you cope with a phone ban?
Studying geography as a Christian
Which part of geography did you like best?
Studying chemistry as a Christian
Was chemistry one of your favourite subjects at school?
The UN has called for a ban on faith based admissions to schools in England. What do you think?
What were the faith based school options for you?
The Bible’s too violent for children - we need to ban it!
Have you had to ‘edit’ the Bible when reading it to your children?
Four degrees of school-based mentoring
This monthly column looks at God’s work in schools: through schools’ work and in children’s education as they think Christianly about what they study
A third of girls miss school because they dont have access to period products. It’s time to be proactive
How aware are you of this issue?
Over one in ten teens vape. The government needs to crack down and Christian parents need to be alert
Did you ‘try something’ out of curiosity?
As less than half believe Jesus died, this teens’ survey suggests the church has a real task to both educate and evangelise
Do you know a teen who questions the basics about Jesus?
The shocking survey of what 1000 sixth formers believe about sex and relationships. How Christian parents should respond
Do you recall the views about sex from your sixth form days?
Is university education really worth it? Thoughts for Christian parents
Looking back, did you make the correct choice?
How to help your child through the exam season
What’s your best tip for coping at exam time?
How to support your child through Primary School assessments
Did you enjoy assessments?
Why YOU should run an RE conference
Education matters. This monthly column looks at God’s work in schools: through schools’ work and in children’s education as they think Christianly about what they study
Applications for religious studies teachers drop by a third
A new campaign has been launched to encourage more people to become religious studies (RS) teachers, following a drought in people willing to lead the subject.According to UCAS data, the number of people applying to teach RS is down by a third compared to last year. Now, parliamentarians have joined ...
PM orders review of RSE in schools
Rishi Sunak has announced that a government review of relationship and sex education (RSE) in schools is going to be fast-tracked. His action follows a campaign by Christian MP, Miriam Cates, a former teacher, which was supported by 50 Conservative MPs.
‘Christian parents need to take wise precautions when employing a private tutor’: a safeguarding expert outlines what to do
Have you ever used a private tuor?
6 tips for you to be the best possible Christian parent
If you were asked about parenting, what would you say?
Studying English Literature as a Christian
What was your favourite book at school?
What should Christian parents make of the changes to the language in Roald Dahl books?
Were you a fan of his books in your youth?
Studying politics as a Christian
Does the word ’politics’ excite or depress you?
Spotlight on Shine in Schools
In Spotlight we feature a Christian charity or ministry that either directly serves children or youth in some way, or those aiming to support them, whether in a full-time, part-time or volunteer capacity.
Studying history as a Christian
How did you rate history at your school?
If you saw children fighting in the street - would you walk by on the other side?
Have you ever broken up a fight?
Should you remove your children from classes where an LGBTQI+ agenda is being promoted?
Are you aware of what is being taught about gender and sexuality at your children’s school?
How the near death of our daughter led us to start a social enterprise to improve young people’s mental health
Do you know a young person facing mental health challenges?
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