7 Top Tips For Your Childs First Day At School



If you're worried about your child's first day of school and you're looking for some tips and tricks then don't worry, you have definitely come to the right place. Whether you've moved to a new school or they're starting their first-ever day after nursery, you need to ensure you're making your child feel as comfortable as you possibly can. Luckily, there are lots of ways in which you can do exactly that. From making sure you have everything you need to letting them take their favourite toy to class with them, the more you're doing the better. With that in mind, here are 7 top tips for your child's first day at school: 

Make Sure They Have Everything They Need
One of the best things you can do when it comes to preparing for your child's first day at school is ensuring you have absolutely everything you need. From a brand new lunch box to the correct school uniform, you need to be as prepared as you possibly can. Although it may feel overwhelming to have to buy a long list of items, being prepared will make you feel much better about the day ahead. 

Let Them Take Their Favourite Toy 
If you know your child is going to feel uneasy and that they will be worried about the day ahead of them, you may want to suggest that they take their favourite toy in their backpack. Although they probably shouldn't play with it in class, having it there will act as a little bit of a security blanket. If they don't have a favourite toy, suggest they take their favourite book instead. 

Take Them To Their Class And Pick Them Up Again
If you're able to, make arrangements so that you're taking them to their class and picking them up again. Although you may only be able to do this for the first few days, they will love seeing a friendly face after a difficult first day. 

Consider Any Special Care They May Need 
Although this doesn't apply to everyone, you need to consider any special help that they may need throughout the day. Whether that means organising extra attention from their teacher to help with their dyslexia or the fact they may struggle to concentrate, ensuring they're getting the care they need is improtant. For advice when it comes to a special needs school, you can visit this site here. 

Pack Them An Exciting School Lunch
Whilst your child may have a busy day ahead of them, they'll definitely be making time for lunch. To help make them less nervous the day before, take the time to pack their lunch together, giving them something to look forward to. If you pack all of their favourite things, they'll be excited to go to school the next day so they can eat them. For school lunch inspiration, you can visit this site here. 

Attend An Open Day Beforehand
If there is a chance to attend an open day before school starts, you and your kids should definitely think about going. Not only will it give your child a chance to meet their new teacher, but it will also give them the opportunity to get their bearings in their new school. There will be lots of fun activities for them to take part in, showing them that school really isn't that bad.

Help Them Find A Friend Before They Go In
If you do attend an open day, it's a great chance for your child to make friends with someone who is going to be in their class. If there's someone they really get on with, encourage them to meet a couple more times before class starts. Of course, this is something you may need to arrange with their parents. 

Let Them Know That Everything Is Going To Be Okay
Finally, you need to be reassuring them that everything is going to be okay Although they may not believe you right away, having someone tell them that it's not as scary as it seems will definitely help. 

Are you worried about your child's first day at school? What do you need to do to ensure they're having the best first day? Did we miss anything off the list? Let me know your thoughts and ideas in the comments section below.