The school shoes are polished and backpacks bought, so all that is left to do is actually go back to school. It is a tricky time of year for parents and children alike – but if you’re worrying about how to make the transition from the flexible summer holidays to a rigid school timetable, there are ways to make it easier.
“Preparing a child for a new school year is not about removing nervousness,” says education researcher Dr Özgür Bolat. “It is about helping children discover that they can cope with the challenges. Good preparation gives children concrete coping strategies and helps them enter school feeling sufficiently safe and capable to learn, connect and engage.”
Our experts share everything you should know about helping children prepare – and the three common mistakes to avoid.
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