Preparing for School and Transition

Starting school is a milestone for both you and your child and as the 'big day' grows nearer, you both may feel excited and nervous in equal measures.
Preparing your child for their new life in school and teaching them the basic skills they need will help them have confidence when the start of term arrives.
The links below have useful ideas and activities to help with preparation and transition; however it is important to remember that every child is different and may not learn at the same pace.

BBC Bitesize - Starting School
CBeebies - Independence Skills for Starting School
Hungry Little Minds
Pacey Organisation - Starting School Together

The following PDF documents provide useful checklists for Starting School