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Kids
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Best kids’ movies this summer
With the weather a bit unpredictable, it's a good week for a cinema trip. It'll keep 'em quiet for a couple of hours while you have a sneaky snooze, right?
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Sweetest summer fashion
There's no shortage of gorgeous children's companies, but high street brand Joules is our pick for the best-dressed kids on the beach.
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8 top tips for stress-free childcare
With the school holidays fast approaching, Mel Yershon, founder of The Perfect Childcare Company, shares her top tips on taking the stress out of childcare.
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Bedford Modern School
Muddy says: The superb facilities and friendly, unpretentious atmosphere at this selective co-ed make a refreshing change from traditional old-school independents.
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St Columba’s College, St Albans
Muddy says: This Catholic boys' school puts equal stock in moral guidance as it does in academia, making for well-rounded young men, eager to reach their full potential and give something back to the wider community.
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Cute babywear
Is there a new little prince or princess in your family too? Click this way for the cutest newborn clothes around. Awwww!
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Bishop’s Stortford College, East Herts
Muddy says: This vast and impressive co-ed day and boarding school has a dazzling array of facilities and a strong community vibe.
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Merchant Taylors’ School, Northwood
Muddy says: 285 acres of fresh air and art deco heritage at this high-achieving all-rounder boys school on the Herts/Bucks borders, a mere 30 minutes from central London.
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Kingshott School, Hitchin
Muddy says: This innovative prep school has outstanding facilities, offers a dynamic curriculum and certainly isn't afraid of change.
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What’s on: Easter holidays
The Easter holidays are almost upon us, so it's time to fill the diary with lots of egg hunts and cute animal themed activities. Hop to it then!
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Aldwickbury School, Harpenden
Muddy says: Don't be fooled by its traditional appearance - this boys' prep school feels refreshingly relaxed and modern in its outlook, teaching kindness and humility alongside a broad and rich curriculum
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Stormont School, Potters Bar
Muddy says: This small but perfectly formed school gives girls an opportunity to bloom and become the best they can be, thanks to its relaxed and non-pressurised approach to learning and development.
