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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Rainy-Day Activities for Kids
By Joanna BoxallWhen the rain dampens your plans, there are plenty of fun indoor activities in the Cayman Islands.
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.
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?
Grow Together: The Benefits of Gardening with Kids
By Joanna BoxallFind out more about how gardening can help enhance childrens learning and wellbeing.
Go Together, Grow Together: Family-Friendly Travel Destinations
By Joanna BoxallCreate special family memories with a trip to a fabulous destination, easily accessible with a direct flight on Cayman Airways!
Sun Safety for Kids
By Joanna BoxallKeep your kids safe in the Cayman sun with top tips for protecting their skin, plus information on Cayman’s dermatologists.
How to Choose a Preschool in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallAdvice on what to consider when choosing a preschool in the Cayman Islands.
Raising Children With Values
By Joanna BoxallDiscover why five families are choosing to raise their children with faith in the Cayman Islands.
Clearing the Clutter
By Joanna BoxallFour effective home organisation tips for organising your Cayman home
In conversation with...Carolyn Jervis
By Joanna BoxallA role model, teacher, mother, daughter, wife and very good friend, Carolyn is an inspiration!
A Guide to Boarding Schools for Cayman Students
By Joanna BoxallFind out more about the boarding school application process in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada, with advice on timelines, entry tests and school recommendations.
Smart Scholarship Strategy
By Joanna BoxallFind out more about the various scholarships available to Caymanian students from A Levels to Masters and PhD level.
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.
Arts & Crafts Activities in Cayman
By Joanna BoxallPainting, pottery, crafting and more!
30 Fun Things to Do with Kids
By Joanna BoxallBest free things to do with kids in the Cayman Islands.