Working at home with kids
How to work from home with kids
We know managing childcare whilst working remotely isn't easy and so we have put together some helpful tips for you.
Working from home tips
Have an open and honest discussion
Adapt as you go
Communicate with colleagues
Set ground rules
Tips for managing childcare
Explore routine
Try and add some structure to help normalise the experience, don’t worry if the routine isn’t perfect
Don’t try and replicate the school day
Review your routine and the end of the week and adapt if needed
Don’t get bombarded
There is a lot of information on what children should be doing during the ‘school day’, don’t get overwhelmed by this information
Pick a couple of good insights and stick to them
Reassure and show compassion
Inevitably emotions are going to be heightened and it’s normal for your children to experience stress
Signs of stress can vary from child to child, this may show in challenging behaviour
Plan some creative exercises for your children which can help reduce stress levels
Looking after yourself
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Exercise self-compassion and self-kindness
We all want to do our best, but inevitably there will be difficulties and challenges which can cause us to feel some inner conflict
Accept those feelings with sympathy and kindness, rather than self-criticism, stress and frustration
We are all going through this together
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Don't compare yourself to others
There is a lot of information and advice about home schooling and managing childcare
What works for one person may not work for you
Don’t compare yourself to others as this may have a negative impact on your wellbeing
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Use tools available to you
You can’t do everything the same level as you have before, and trying to won’t be sustainable
There are plenty of resources available, have a look what’s out there
Looking for advice?
The British Psychological Society’s Division of Educational and Child Psychology (DECP) has published tips for schools, parents and carers.