Screens are now part of daily life, but for very young children, simple and predictable boundaries can make a big difference. This guide explores how adults can help under-fives build healthier digital habits by choosing content carefully, keeping devices in shared spaces, protecting bedtime routines and making screen time feel calm rather than constant.
It also highlights the importance of adult involvement, from co-viewing and chatting about what children see to modelling balanced device use ourselves. With practical scripts, transition tips and age-appropriate routines, the guide offers supportive advice for families, nurseries and early years settings looking to manage screen time with confidence.
Duke’s students recently visited Newcastle Cathedral and Hexham Abbey to support the delivery of prayer stations for local NCEA Trust Year 6 pupils. They were outstanding ambassadors for the school, helping younger students feel welcome, at ease, and excited about their transition to secondary school in September.
Throughout the day, our students demonstrated excellent leadership skills as they guided activities, led discussions, and supported the younger pupils in a variety of engaging tasks. We are incredibly proud of the maturity, confidence, and kindness they showed, making the experience both enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved.
Strong oral language skills help children feel confident, connected and ready to learn. This guide explores simple, everyday ways that parents, carers and educators can support children’s speaking, listening and understanding, from shared conversations and story time to naming feelings and building vocabulary through play and routines.
We are looking forward to welcoming parents/carers of Year 6 pupils into our school on Wednesday 3rd June at 5-6pm, whose children will be starting their new life here with us in September. This is a great opportunity for you to meet the team and ask any questions you may have regarding your child’s transition from Primary to Secondary School.
