Useful websites
While we cannot take responsibility for the content of the sites below we are aware that parents sometimes like more information. The following sites may be of use if you would like to know more about supporting gifted and talented children
National Association for Gifted Children
This site offers information and support for gifted children as well as a specific area for parents
http://www.nagcbritain.org.uk/parents.php
BBC schools
Offers some advice about how to support the learning of a gifted child at home
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/parents/life/sen/gifted_and_talented/
Channel 4
Offers some advice about parenting gifted children in their information to support families
http://www.channel4.com/health/microsites/F/family/problems/gifted_more.html
Many universities also have a page promoting activities they run specifically for gifted and talented students – if you are interesting in supporting your child develop a specific gift or talent these are worth a look, some examples are included below:
University of Cambridge
http://www.cam.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/wp/
University of Oxford
http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate_courses/working_with_schools_and_colleges/index.html
University of London
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/widening-participation/activities
You may also find a number of forums or chat rooms where parents discuss bringing up gifted and talented children.
