PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

Starting school is an exciting time for little ones but it can also be worrisome. Here we look at how you can prepare your child for school and dissolve their fears!

The day your child sets off for school for the very first time is a momentous occasion. It’s natural for both you and your little one to feel a whole range of emotions in the build up to this special day. There are plenty of things that you can do to prepare yourselves, drum up excitement and dismantle any nerves.

EVERY CHILD IS UNIQUE

Particularly in the early years, the developmental stage of little ones can vary widely from child to child. This is usually not cause for concern, as everyone learns in their own way and grows different skills at different rates and times. When the first day of school comes around, some children will be able to read, count and perhaps even write a little bit. Others may not have any of these skills yet and that’s completely fine. Their new teacher will have the ability to help all children progress, no matter their starting point.

One of the primary goals of these early years is to help your child to develop a happy relationship with school and learning. Any comparisons or competitiveness between children (or parents!) should ideally be kept to a minimum, to allow all children to flourish in this exciting new arena.

POSITIVE ATTITUDE