Is Your Child Starting School This Year? Here’s How To Navigate The Transition

Starting primary school can be an exciting but equally nerve-racking adventure. So, don’t worry if you are feeling a little anxious about this new stage – it is huge step for little ones, as well as for parents and carers.

We asked experts to share some top tips for navigating the transition…

Simply chatting with your child about how they’re feeling about starting school can be really helpful.

“Listen to your child’s concerns and acknowledge their feelings,” advises Patricia Gawthrope, learning mentor at Park View Primary School in Manchester, who recently won a silver award at the Pearson National Teaching Awards in the ‘Unsung Hero’ category. “Reassure them that it’s normal to feel nervous or anxious.

“Discuss the new school, what activities they might take part in, and the new adults and friends they’ll meet.”

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