Joanna Boxall was born and raised in Grand Cayman. Her parents moved to Cayman from England in the 1960s. She went to the local Catholic school, St. Ignatius until nine years of age and then went to boarding school in England. She then went on to university in London where she gained her BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science at King’s College, London University. The tremendous growth in Cayman through the 1980’s and 90’s inspired her to found Cayman Resident in 2003. Her first magazine was the Cayman Islands Menu Guide which was reinvented into Good Taste after hurricane Ivan. She now runs Acorn with her husband/business partner Charles Grover, and they have a few more products under their umbrella including Cayman Parent, Explore Cayman, the Explorer Map and the WhatsOn app. She is the mother of two very kind and lovely kids who are 14 and 18.

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Back to School Checklist
By Joanna BoxallWhat are some of the things we need to think about and prepare for when our children are going back to school after a long and wonderful summer holiday?

How to Support Your Child with Early Maths
By Joanna BoxallMaths is a crucial subject that plays a significant role in a child's academic and personal development, and future success.

The Menopause: Demystified
By Joanna BoxallA helpful guide to the menopause with information on symptoms, treatments, lifestyle changes and recommendations for Womens Health Clinics in Cayman.

Tutoring in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallWe take a look at when a tutor could be beneficial for your child and give advice on how to select a tutor for your child in the Cayman Islands.

Rainy Day Activities for Kids
By Joanna BoxallWhen the rain dampens your plans, there are plenty of fun indoor activities in the Cayman Islands.

Schooling in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallGet the lowdown on the educational system in the Cayman Islands.

How to Choose a Preschool in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallAdvice on what to consider when choosing a preschool in the Cayman Islands.

30 Fun Things to Do with Kids
By Joanna BoxallBest free things to do with kids in the Cayman Islands.

Raising Children With Values 2025
By Joanna BoxallDiscover why five families are choosing to raise their children with faith in the Cayman Islands.

Caymanian Culture & Heritage: What To Teach Our Children
By Joanna BoxallThe Cayman Islands have changed so much over the past 50 years so it is very important that we teach our children about Cayman; about our culture and heritage.

How to Encourage a Love of Reading
By Joanna BoxallTen ways to help your child develop a love for reading.

Homeschooling in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallFind out more about the rules and regulations around homeschooling in the Cayman Islands.

The ABCs of Active Reading
By Joanna BoxallTips and advice on reading to your child with purpose in order to help increase their comprehension, vocabulary and analytic thinking.

Applying to Overseas Universities
By Joanna BoxallLearn more about the process for applying to universities in the UK, US and Canada.

Local Colleges & Universities in the Cayman Islands
By Joanna BoxallLearn more about the colleges and universities located in the Cayman Islands and the courses they offer.
