Heading Back to School: Five Ways to Soothe Your Child’s Nerves
As September approaches, the excitement of a new school year can often accompany back-to-school nerves for many children.
Here are five tips to help ease your child’s transition back to school and address any concerns they may have.
Have a heart-to-heart: Strike up open and honest conversations with your child about their feelings and worries regarding the upcoming school year. Let them know that it’s natural to feel nervous, and reassure them that you are there to support them every step of the way.
Get routine ready: Gradually reintroduce school routines a few days before the term starts. Adjusting bedtime and mealtime schedules can help ease the shock of early mornings and establish a smoother transition back to the school routine.
Reconnect with friends: Encourage your child to reconnect with old friends or make new ones if they start at a different school. Setting up playdates during the summer holidays is a good way to do this.
Prepare school stuff: Involve your child in shopping for school supplies, allowing them to pick items they like. This simple act can create a sense of excitement and ownership over the new school year.
Play up the positive: Emphasise the positive aspects of returning to school, such as engaging with favourite subjects, participating in extracurricular activities, and reuniting with teachers and classmates. Focusing on the positives can help shift their perspective and reduce anxiety.
Don’t get caught out by catchments
At Grey & Co, we understand that living within a school catchment area can significantly impact families’ decisions when choosing a property.
If you have any questions or need assistance with locations linked to school catchment areas, please speak with our experienced team.
Thanks for reading and good luck this next academic year.
Abigail & the team here at Grey & Co.