by Aleks | Aug 27, 2025 | Handwriting
Hey friend, it has been a while. With the new academic year around the corner, back to school routines are on my mind. This year I took a really long summer holiday, because my little boy is about to start Reception next week. What better way to celebrate such a...
by Aleks | Jul 20, 2025 | Handwriting
When I first read the government’s new phonics-inspired writing framework, I felt a mix of hope and hesitation. On the one hand, it’s great to see handwriting finally getting the recognition it deserves. But as someone who works with children every day, many of whom...
by Aleks | Jul 9, 2025 | Handwriting
Over the past year, I’ve poured my heart into developing my handwriting concept, one rooted in the belief that parents can feel empowered and confident in supporting their children. Through this journey, I’ve had the privilege of meeting incredible families who...
by Aleks | Jul 2, 2025 | Handwriting
Today marks World Tutors’ Day, and I can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey tutoring has taken me on. From the Classroom to Private Tutoring Over ten years ago, I made a decision that completely changed my professional life. I became a tutor. And...
by Aleks | Jun 25, 2025 | Handwriting
Schools still matter. There’s a growing online narrative that paints them as outdated “factories” built to create compliant workers. But as a qualified teacher who has stepped away from the mainstream system and continued to work with children and families, I want to...
by Aleks | Jun 18, 2025 | Handwriting
When I tell people I teach handwriting, they often smile politely and move on, like it’s a subject that no longer matters in a world of screens, keyboards, and voice notes. And yes, I see the irony. I’m literally typing this right now. But here’s the thing. Despite...
