Nursery World - A parent's guide to starting school

With summer arriving, the prospect of your child starting school in September edges closer. For most parents, this is a time of both excitement and slight trepidation. How will my child be helped?

How will my child be helped?

The process of helping children prepare for school normally begins in the summer term. The chances are that your child will be invited into school for a session, either with you or with their nursery. This is an opportunity for your child to look around, meet the teachers and perhaps play. If your child attends a local nursery or pre-school, the reception teacher may also call in for a visit, meet the children and talk to staff about meeting children's needs. In addition, adults caring for your child will also be reading stories and talking about going to school.

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