Five Tips to Help Your Child Get Mentally And Emotionally Ready For Primary School

This autumn, many children are starting primary school for the very first time. It can be a scary and daunting but also an incredibly exciting time. Parents can help their children transition smoothly by helping children prepare emotionally, socially, and mentally.

Learning mentor and former mental health nurse Patricia Gawthrope, from Park View Primary School, Prestwich, Greater Manchester, offers her top tips to help parents get their child ready.  Patricia has just won a Silver award at the Pearson National Teaching Awards in the category ‘Unsung Hero’.

Preparation is Key – Make sure to have open discussions with your child about this big change. Discuss the new school, what activities they might take part in, and the new adults and friends they’ll meet. If you can, visit their new school and classroom so your child is familiar with their new environment.

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