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Self-reflection is also a core part of everyday parenting. As parents, it is sometimes
only when ourchildren have gone to bed that we look back at our day and think about
wh at went well and what did not go as planned. These questions can help guide your
thinking:

Do I know enough about my child’s new school, its routines, and physical
spaces, and if not, how can I find out more?

Do we talk enough about the new school to help my child understand what is
happening?

What are my child’s expectations about daily
routines, going outdoors, mealtimes in school?

How can I support my child to manage things like
taking on and off their coats, jumpers?
Is my child used to a lot of physical activity, how can I provide this outside of
school time?

Has my child any special needs, if so, what information does the school need
in order to meet my child’s needs?

Am I waiting for any assessments for my child? If so, have I let the school
know?

Am I living in circumstances that might be adversely affecting my child, such
as in homeless accommodation, if so, what information will I share with the
school?

Does my child have any nutritional needs that the teacher needs to be aware
of?
If the preschool has given me a passport for my child, is there anything I want
to add?
Am I happy to share that passport with the school?

How will I keep checking in on how my child is feeling during the transition?

Tip: Make movement an exciting part of the transition process by using the journey to
school as family exercise time. If you walk with your child to school, make a game of the
journey. You might hop on one leg together every time you have to wait at a pedestrian
crossing, or jog the distance between two particular trees. Or walk sideways every time
you see a red car! Your child will look forward to their journey to school and have some
fresh air and exercise before their school day starts.