SUPPORT IN HERTFORDSHIRE
Check out the Transition Webinar by East Hertfordshire Children's Services!
It has some useful information and tips for families starting school this September.
Hertfordshire also have a Five-Week Series on Facebook:
They will be sharing a series of informative posts on Facebook. These sessions will cover various aspects of transitions and offer practical tips and strategies for parents.
 Week 1 – promoting independence    Â
Week 2 - Toilet Training and hand washing ready for school    Â
Week 3 – Loving Learning   Â
Week 4 – Turn taking and asking for help    Â
Week 5 - Talking about School
HELPFUL WEBSITES
We're ready for school by Health for under 5's - shares lots of essential skills children need, the page includes a lovely video too - which is really helpful for anxious families.
Check out BBC Bitesize!
It has a useful tool kit online which gives advice to families with children starting school.
It has 4 web pages of articles and videos which goes into both emotional and practical elements of the transition.
RESCOURES & GUIDES
Don't miss Little Sparrows tips for getting your child ready for big school:
Washing hand poster - to help your child practice how to wash their hands properly and keep themselves healthy.
Here I come, I am starting school!
Hertfordshire guide to support families and children as your child starts school.
Parent Guide by Nursery World
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