Latest research suggests less babies are being born during the pandemic. So, is it the right time to get pregnant? Image by Ashleigh Nicolson via Instagram We are currently in the midst of Generation Z, surrounded by the 2000 babies making us feel even older than we are. Before long, […]
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How much is lockdown learning damaging our schoolchildren?
PHYSIOLOGICAL researchers say children need school to develop cognitive and communication skills, and mental and physical health – so how many of these key areas are they missing out on during online teaching? Traditionally, many young teens have thought of school as the ‘worst experience of their lives’ – […]
Children missing out on key cognitive skills
KEY physiological researchers have stated children need school to develop cognitive skills, have consistent mental health, produce communication skills, and show continuous growth within their physical health. So how many of these key areas are children missing out on during online teaching? THE stigma for young teens in school has […]
Sunderland schools and council respond to Momo challenge
Sunderland schools are raising awareness by safeguarding children after news of the ‘Momo challenge’ that allegedly targets kids. The suicide game, showing a character with bulging eyes and distorted face, allegedly pops up in youtube videos and sends the user orders such as self harming and some are even told to […]
Praise for local children’s charity Rainbow Trust from a mother who used them in her time of need
Praise has been given to local children’s charity Rainbow Trust as nine-year-old Sophie from Durham rings her ‘end of treatment bill’ this month, marking the end of two years of gruelling chemotherapy. Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity supports families with a seriously ill child and enables them to make the most […]
Children as young as four treated for eating disorders in the North East
A Freedom of Information (FOI) request submitted by SR News can reveal that hundreds of children have accessed treatment for eating disorders over the last three years. Information provided by Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust shows that since 2016, one four-year-old and two six-year-olds have received treatment from […]
Sunderland AFC charity aiming to get more children involved in sport in the North East
The Foundation of Light (FoL), Sunderland AFC’s sports charity, is aiming to get more children involved in sport and exercise through its Beacon of Light facility. In September, the FoL officially opened the Beacon of Light to the public. The Beacon is a multi-million-pound facility that boasts elite sports spaces […]
University of Sunderland to set up free science club for 11-16 year-old ‘Bright Sparks’
A North East university is hoping to get young people fired up about science this week, with the launch of a free club, Bright Sparks. The University of Sunderland’s Bright Sparks STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) club is for children aged 11-16 years. Members of the club get […]
Thomas the Tank Engine visits the Stephenson Railway Museum
The fireman shovels coal into the firebox, the guard slams doors, a quick blast from his whistle, and steam fills the platform to the tune of pistons pumping. The annual Day Out With Thomas returns to the Stephenson Railway Museum. Children of all ages are invited to visit Thomas at the […]
North East set to splash the cash ahead of Christmas day
According to research, the North East spends the most money outside of North London on Christmas presents. Research conducted by Safe.co.uk shows that over a third of parents in the North East admit to going over budget when it comes to buying their children’s presents. In an era of heavy […]