Tips for Transition and the New School Year ….. The ideal Scenario

Be Realistic

other children, pressures of own work, use of weekends

Journey to and from school

dry run

help from neighbours

street cred--unwritten rules

keys

Timetable

weekly/fortnightly--check understanding

colour coding

copies displayed--mini versions

memory strategies for music lessons etc.

Equipment

calculator, coloured pencils etc

spare PE kit and tie!

locker or school bag--packing and unpacking

 breaking it into small steps

 research from the internet

 working with support downstairs

 homework club?

 manage emails--forward  them home

 ask for handout

phone a friend--scan, email?

quality not quantity

rewards

Communication with child

ask the obvious!

chat about the whole day--how did lunch go?

discuss alternative courses of action

Communication with school

you know your child--have confidence!

bolt hole if child has a problem

dealing with letters, money, trips etc

build self -esteem through non-academic activities