A Pivotal Window: Why the Early Childhood Years Shape Everything That Comes After

November 7, 2025

What may look like play is, in fact, a period of remarkable cognitive growth.

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Kindergarten Readiness: What Parents Can Do at Home

November 6, 2025

You don’t need to become a teacher — you just need to nurture curiosity and independence. Here are a few simple and meaningful ways to help your child build confidence and independence before they start school.

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Getting Ready for Kindergarten Without the Stress

October 28, 2025

It’s one of the most common questions parents ask us: Is my child ready for kindergarten? If you’ve found yourself anxiously wondering whether your child knows “enough” letters, numbers, or sight words before they walk into their first classroom, you’re not alone.

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What to Consider When Choosing a Preschool

October 31, 2024

Choosing a preschool is a big decision! We break down the key factors to look for, the types of programs available, and how to identify the right fit for your child.

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Seven Things You Need to Know Before Your Student Starts 9th Grade

May 2, 2024

Upper School Freshman Class Dean Andrew Kane shares seven key things he wishes parents knew before their students start high school.

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Stuck in the Middle: 5 Strategies for Helping Your Tween Find Balance

December 8, 2023

To parents navigating these crazy middle school years, I hereby pass along five tips for how to achieve home-life balance.

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5 Things You Need to Do to Get Your Middle Schooler Ready for College

December 8, 2023

Middle school lays the foundation for the social-emotional and organizational skills your child will need for college success, and that doesn’t come from test prep and textbooks.

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7 Tips for Supporting Your Middle Schooler Without Getting in Their Way

December 7, 2023

As a middle school parent, your role is not to be completely hands-off and let them fend for themselves in every way, nor is it to do work for them to prevent anxiety and “ensure” a good grade.

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What Flint Hill Parents Want You to Know

November 1, 2023

We asked current parents about their families’ time at Flint Hill. They talked about what motivated them to choose us as partners in education.

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Five Ways You Can Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten

October 31, 2023

Here are five things you can do to make sure your child is REALLY prepared for kindergarten, according to Flint Hill’s kindergarten teachers. 

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