In this conversation, Sophie David, founder of Little Happy Learners, joins Kate and Lucy to reflect on her lively childhood in a family of five sisters and how it shaped her love of family and education. She shares the emotional challenges of supporting her three children through school transitions, especially her daughter's separation anxiety, and the importance of staying positive while validating children's feelings.

Together, we discuss what "school ready" really means, highlighting independence, communication, and confidence over academics. Sophie also explains her journey from teaching to building Little Happy Learners, a platform that empowers parents with phonics resources, play-based activities, and practical tools to support their children at home.

The conversation touches on the role of screen time, creative ways to keep children engaged, and Sophie's five golden nuggets for parents of reception starters.

This discussion emphasizes the role of parents as a child's first teacher and the power of play, connection, and confidence in building a lifelong love of learning.

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