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Moving up from nursery to ‘big school’ is a very special day for both parents and their kids. It can also be a little nerve-wracking. So, to help put both you and your child’s mind at ease, we’ve teamed with a Nursery School in London to give you some tips on how to help your child transition from nursery to big school.
Visit Before the First Day
Going to a new school can be scary for a child, particularly if they’re placed in this brand new place for the very first time on day one. Visiting the new school before their first day will help make them more comfortable with the surroundings. Try and go a couple of times to really enforce how safe a place it is. The school will likely have a number of open days that you can take advantage of, where you can also introduce your child to their teacher ahead of their first day.
Role Play
Have a go at playing teacher at home! This is a fun and engaging way for your child to get a sense of what kind of new dynamic they can expect from their new classroom. It is also an effective means of generating a positive attitude towards school, with your encouraging performance helping to get your child excited for big school.
Practice Getting Ready
Big school brings with it more structure to the day, so it is best to practice that schedule before jumping straight into it. Have them try out the routine of waking up, coming down for breakfast and trying on their uniform. You should also practice the commute, not only to help get your child used to the journey, but also to help you figure out the best way to get to school in the morning.
Encourage Independence
A big part of moving to big school is that your child will be starting to rely on themselves a little more than usual. That’s why you should encourage them to take on their own small tasks by themselves. Be it tying their shoes getting dressed by themselves, going to the bathroom and washing their hands, encouraging your child to do these tasks by themselves will help them with their confidence, something which is crucial to how well they adapt to their new environment.
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