Sarah, whose daughter will soon be moving up to a secondary school has asked for this post.
Going to a secondary school is an exciting, but maybe a worrying time for children.
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I can still remember the butterflies in my stomach when I made the transition many, many years a go.
If your child is anxious about making this change to their education; talk to her about it, tell her that she will meet lots of new people, make new friends and still be able to keep the friends that she has now.
Visit the new school together before making the move: When you should be shown around the building and get to see then ew uniform.
She will most likely be excited with the prospect of doing new subjects, such as home economics and needle work ) my favourite subject was childcare and development).
Most primary schools will talk to children one- to- one about moving up. asking if they have any concerns which friends they want to be in the same class as them and so on. My youngest son who was dead keen on moving to big school because his older brothers had been there told his primary teacher that he was going to be a ‘babe magnet’ but he was a little worried about getting lost as his primary school was a small village school with a total of 42 pupils. In fact I don’t think that he ever got lost ( I never asked about the babe magnet though!)
Children will get a lot more homework once in secondary school again reassure her by saying you will help her with a home work time table and schedule.
Homework tips here
When I went to my eldest son’s first parents evening a few of the teachers who had taught me where still there and one actually recognised and remembered me ( I don’t know if that was a good or bad thing!)
Hopefully this has helped to reassure you both, Sarah, let me know if you have any questions.
As always questions and comments are welcome.
Until next time.
Karen
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Getting lost is definitely a big concern, but l suppose plenty of reassurance for the time being .
Great post Karen , thank you .
My pleasure, Sarah, I’m sure Megan won’t get lost, thanks for both the topic suggestion and comment
Oh, what a fantastic yet scary time it must be for Sarah’s daughter! I’m so glad you created this post. It reminds me of my first day in secondary school, which was exciting yet scary. Oh and LOL about the babe magnet thing. #MischiefAndMemories
Thanks for your kind words, Astrid, pleased that the babe magnetic gave you a chuckle!
Parents play such a huge role in preparing their kids for major transitions!
Absolutely, Michele, thanks for stopping by
The “babe magnet” did make me chuckle! I think the jump between secondary and primary is such a big one. I remember loving the step up in workload though- probably one of the few that was excited about homework!
Katrina x
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Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts, Katrina
Perfect advice, it is super important to support children through what can be such a daunting transition. I can remember my first day and it is one of my most vivid memories xx
Thanks, Dana, me too
Ooohh that really does feel like a scary jump up to secondary school – getting lost was actually my own worry. But, our children are very resilient aren’t they. Another tip would be to practice the ‘getting to school’ bit, it can really help to settle the jitters if it feels like a well worn journey by the time they actually start school. Thank you for joining us for #mischiefandmemories
Yes they are resilient, Annette, thanks for sharing your tip
I remember from my own time, my children’s transitions and now my grandchildren. Every child is different and will have different concerns. I have two grandsons, like chalk and cheese, who are currently dealing with the transition in completely different ways this year. One takes everything in his stride and easily make friends, but he has just been determined as dyslexic and suddenly realizes why he’s not top of the class. The other is a far more capable student but his shyness holds him back. Sometimes the child can find it difficult to even put into words his own concern.
My eldest starts secondary school in September and it is very strange not being able to visit. Luckily we went to an open evening 18 months ago so he had a chance to look round but it is a big step and I am worried about the transition due to covid. Thanks for linking up with #MischiefAndMemories
Covid has forced us into doing this differently, I wish your son all the best when making the transition in September, Laura
Both me and 3 of the kids have been to more than 2 primary schools and secondary schools, so they’ve had many transitions. We’ve moved either moved a long distance or to other countries at the same time so the focus has been more around that really.
Thank you for linking with #pocolo and hope to see you back soon
Thanks for sharing this with me and for having me a part of your linky, I will definitely be back next time