All of the little things you do leading up to the first day of school will help your child be ready.

Let your child try:

• putting on and taking off their own clothes (buttons and zippers)
• putting on and doing up their own shoes
• eating and drinking without help (unwrapping sandwiches, peeling fruit, opening and closing lunch boxes)
• using a tissue or handkerchief
• using pencils and scissors

Other things to consider:  

• Can they flush a toilet or use a urinal and wash their hands afterwards?  
• Can they use a water fountain?
• Can they ask clearly for things?
• Can they cope when little things go wrong?
• Encourage them to always say “Please”, “Thank You”, and “Excuse Me”

Tips Getting Ready for Prep

Tips for a Healthy Start to School