September is looming and that means back to school. Boo. But just imagine for a second that you’ll start the new term by learning how to ride a broom. Or maybe you’ll befriend a dolphin. Or you might help solve a murder mystery. We’ve picked out our favourite fictional schools we’d love to go to.

Katie Kirby, parent and author of the hit Lottie Brooks series, counts down to the start of school and shares the different ways those on the parenting frontline can prep for the big day.

Whether your little one is getting ready for school, or just practising at home, these helpful and engaging books will make light work of learning numbers and counting.