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The back-to-school season brings challenges and mixed emotions for parents and kids alike. To ensure this time is exciting for your children, Explore Learning has crafted this simple back-to-school guide for parents and guardians.
Dealing with Separation Anxiety
The first day of school can be an emotional rollercoaster for parents and children. To ease separation anxiety:
- Visit the School: Take your child for a school visit to familiarise them with the environment.
- Positive Reinforcement: Highlight the exciting aspects of school – new friends, fun activities, and learning adventures.
- Establish a Routine: Start a school routine a week or two in advance to help kids adjust.
- Stay Calm: Children pick up on parents’ emotions, so stay calm and reassuring.
- Goodbye Rituals: Create a special goodbye ritual to make parting easier.
Essential Back-to-School Supplies
Ensure your child is well equipped with these back-to-school essentials:
- School Bag: Invest in a sturdy, comfortable school bag with enough space for books and supplies.
- Stationery: Stock up on basics like pencils, erasers, sharpeners, and rulers.
- Uniform and Shoes: Ensure the uniform fits well, and they have comfortable, supportive shoes.
- Lunchbox and Water Bottle: Keep your child energised with a reusable water bottle and a healthy snack-filled lunchbox.
- Books and Notebooks: Check with the school for required textbooks and label them to avoid mix-ups.
A Back-to-School Checklist
Stay organised with this handy checklist:
- Uniform and shoes
- School bag
- Stationery
- Lunchbox and water bottle
- Books and notebooks
- Emergency contact information
- Transport arrangements
- After-school care plans
This checklist ensures you’ve covered everything before school starts. Don’t worry if you’ve missed something; many tasks can be completed in the first few weeks.
When Do Children Go Back to School?
Knowing when children go back to school is crucial. In the UK, the schedule generally looks like this:
- Autumn Term: Starts in the first week of September, with a mid-October half-term break. Ends in mid-December.
- Spring Term: Usually begins in the first week of January, with a mid-February half-term break. Ends in March or early April.
- Summer Term: Starts in mid to late April, with a late May half-term break. Ends in July.
Always double-check specific dates with your child’s school, especially for private schools, or the government website.
Getting Them Back-to-School Ready with Tuition
After a long summer break, kids might feel unsure about learning. Tuition can help boost their confidence and reignite their love for learning. Explore Learning offers support whether your child is preparing for school or needs help afterwards.
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