PARENT SCHOOL

A one day intensive general parenting workshop, currently for parents of teens (11+) ending the day with a decent drink! Please click here

All parenting workshops and webinars are written by Judy Reith in response to Mums and Dads being interested in a taster of parenting topics.

Informal, practical and interactive, every participant goes away with ideas and tools that will be really transform their family. They are also available to employers keen to support their working parents – please click here.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM
ATTENDING A WORKSHOP?

• Ideas about the topic and how to make them fit for your family;
• A chance to hear from other parents what they do in a non- judgemental and supportive setting;
• A hand out to keep and refer to in case you’ve forgotten what you’ve learnt, with further help options;
• A sense of achievement that you have made some progress and taken action to make life better for your family and for yourself.

HOW?

• Workshops take from an hour to half a day;
• We run them in Cambridge, sometimes elsewhere – please ask;
• We can also offer Webinars
• Costs: Varies but from as little as £10 per person.

CURRENT WORKSHOP MENU

YOU’RE A STAR!
Confidence in kids blows up and down in seconds, and it does for parents too.  learn effective ways to boost confidence for parents and for children.

CREDIT CRUNCH PARENTING
Don’t have kids – they cost a fortune. When money is tight, how can we encourage our kids to value what is free? Would you like to raise a child who is wise with resources and doesn’t treat you like a walking wallet?

WHO’S THE BULLY?
Bullying is everywhere – at work, at home, in your neighbourhood and in schools. How do we support our children to cope with bullies throughout their lives?

SCREEN TIME
How much is enough, and what are they watching on screens of all types. Who’s in charge of the remote control? Decide what’s right in your family and when to switch off.

FAMILY VALUES
What do you want your family to stand for? What is important to you as a family and how do you communicate your values in ways that are helpful?

STOP JUGGLING START LIVING
Many working parents think about work at home and home at work. Guilt and worries are rife! Forget work/life balance – get the best of both home and work and go away with our own tailor made action plan.

TRANSFORM LIVING WITH A PRE- TEEN
For the 8s-12s age and many parents feel they are already living with a teenager. A look at what is great about this in-between age group and devise practical ways to deal with the challenges.

TRANSFORM LIVING WITH A TEENAGER
A taster session to recognise  the common problems for parents and to come up with some great solutions.

BIRTH ORDER
Parents often wonder if this matters – it does! Come and discover what you can do to understand the issues that arise from birth order and how to you can improve your children’s view of where they see their place in the family.

BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Sibling Rivalry going on? How are you dealing with it? This special relationship lasts a life time and it’s not all bad. Focus on what’s great about siblings and rise above the fights and arguments.

FAMILY DYNAMICS
Families are often in conflict. What do we need to do unlock unhelpful patterns of behaviour and communication and create happier families?

YOU’VE GOT A FRIEND
How children manage their friendships whether they’re four or fourteen will have an impact at home. Discover the art of being a helpful parent when it comes to the ups and downs of children’s friendships.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HOST A PARENTING WORKSHOP?

Can you get some parents together and host a workshop? (we need at least 8 parents). Please Contact us if you would like further information.

“An excellent workshop that’s helped me think about solutions that fit my child. A great balance between Judy’s input and drawing out other parents experiences.”
Full time parent with two young children

“The most helpful part was having time to reflect and listen to others which gave me a greater understanding of my children.”
Dad and engineer

“An excellent workshop – I now have insight into what self-esteem is really about and I am keen to get home and practice!”
Mum of 4 and playgroup leader