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52 games to help your child get ready to start school

Last modified on Tuesday 29 June 2021

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Moving from nursery or preschool to school can be a daunting time for kids – and parents!

You might be worried that your child will miss you and will struggle with the work, and they may feel a bit nervous about leaving the familiar environment of nursery or home behind.

But by spending a bit of time building their confidence, coordination, and helping them think and do things for themselves, you'll help prepare your child for the classroom and all the new skills they'll learn.

From getting ready to read and write, to becoming more independent, and developing their social and life skills, these fun getting-ready-for-school games and activities will help ensure your child is Reception ready. And they should help ease some of your nerves, too.

5. Story time

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kids listening to a story

Going from the free flow of a nursery to needing to sit down at school can be a challenge.

Help your child get used to sitting down and listening by going to a fun story time session at your local library or children's centre.

Is your little one starting school this September? We love this picture book called Starting School which will help children (and parents!) get ready for the first day of school, and find out what to expect from their first term. See more details here at Amazon.

Is your child starting primary school this year? How are you helping them prepare? Chat to other parents in the forum below…

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