What thoughts do you have on your way to school? write them down in short
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It’s hard to believe that six weeks of summer holidays is drawing to an end and the new school year is right around the corner! Whilst many parents can’t wait to get their kids back to school, others dread the routine and the end of family days out!
We asked members, “what are your thoughts about going back to school in September?” – here are some of the responses we received…
“I have a brand new pencil case with matching pens and pencils and a matching notebook”
This was always the highlight of my summer holidays; stationery shopping for the new school year! Although possibly short lived, it made me look forward to writing and having homework to complete again! A great way to feel organised is to write a back to school supply list and take a special shopping trip with your child. While keeping basic needs in mind, allow for a couple of splurges like a cool backpack or lunchbox. These simple pleasures make going back to school a lot more fun. Having the right tools will help them feel prepared.
“I’m allowed to walk to school with my friends this year!”
Accepting that they are growing up and allowing them some independence is always difficult! If this summer your child has begged to be able to walk to school alone or with friends when they start back in September, ensure that you walk the route with them before their return to school. Practise road safety, crossing roads and using pedestrian crossings. If you’re feeling nervous start small and build up. For the first few days leave the car behind and walk with your child, letting them walk ahead. This will help build your confidence and reassure you that they are confident with the route. You could even send your child on small trips over the last week of summer, such as to the post box or to the local shop.
“I’m dreading having to get up early again”
A typical response from one of our older members at Explore Learning! However, returning to hectic mornings and getting up and out on time for school again after a six week break can be a struggle. The kids are used to staying up late, and bedtime routine has gone out of the window, so shifting to the early morning school rush can be a real shock to the system. To ease the transition and avoid the first day of school mayhem, start bedtime routine about 10 minutes earlier each night and wake them up 10 minutes earlier each morning, about a week before the first day of school. This should help get you back on track. Routines help children feel comfortable, and establishing a solid school routine will make the first day of school go much smoother.
“I can’t wait to have a new teacher. He seems strict but really nice!”
Beginning a new academic year and starting over with a new teacher can bring a mix of excitement and nerves. It is important that children feel connected to their teacher so that they feel confident in the classroom. Most children will have been fortunate enough to meet their new teacher at the end of the last school year, but there’s plenty that you can do at home to help them feel more comfortable about starting with a new teacher. Begin talking about the teacher in familiar terms, such as, ‘Mr Twigg will be so impressed that you’ve continued to read every night before bed throughout the summer holidays!’ If you are new to a school take a look on the school website at staff photos. Encourage older siblings, friends or neighbours to tell your child about their new teacher if they have been taught by them before.
“I can’t wait to wear my new schools shoes with butterflies on”
It would appear that the endless queues in Clarks shoe shop and tantrums over having feet measured in the fancy machine is all worth it! It is worth breaking new shoes in over the holidays by wearing them round the house to avoid blisters and sore feet in the first week of school. Practise tying shoe laces if your child’s new shoes are lace up. Encourage your child to change into trainers when they come home and are playing outside in order to keep school shoes looking new for as long as possible!
“I’m feeling nervous about finding my way round high school…it’s so big!”