Is your child ready for school?
Often there is an emphasis on, ‘can they write their own name or can they recognise letters’, but really what families and parents need to be looking at is the social and emotional skills that children have.
“The children who are most likely to make a positive start to school are the ones that feel comfortable, relaxed and valued.”
Just because your child has attended childcare and / or preschool might not mean they are ready.
If your thinking about school readiness, this article from babyology is an informative read.
Here’s how to tell if your child is ready to start school (babyology.com.au)
Link: www.babyology.com.au/parenting/school/school-readiness/
