new school

This important parent’s decision comes after a thorough research and consideration, so we will skip all the pros and cons of moving to new school. The main thing to remember is that even a sociable child will find this challenging and parents are the people who can make the adaptation process easier.
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Transferring to a new school is stressful. In addition to learning, the student will have to adapt to the new people, get used to the school rules, the building and get to know the teachers.

How can parents support their child in such situation?

Clarify everything with the child in advance
If you have made an independent transfer decision, be sure to clarify the situation. Answer all the questions, make sure your child has no false hopes that you will give up on your decision.

Add a positive attitude when transferring to new school

Help your child see the full value of this great event. Maybe the school has a wide choice of sports clubs, additional activities, good location, or gives the opportunity to make new friends. When communicating, it is important to chase the child’s fears away, to demonstrate a positive attitude and confidence.

Help prepare for academic subjects

Find out in advance the new curriculum, check what knowledge has been passed, what students will study in the near future. This way, you can direct your child’s attention to the topics that need to be worked on.

Find more information about the school

Children and parents should be aware of the official and unspoken rules of the school. This will help avoid some conflicts and prepare mentally for the new atmosphere. If possible, visit the school with your child in advance, find out where the diner is, the necessary classrooms and the gym.

Arrange a meeting with classmates

Look for all sorts of options – Facebook groups, Viber school chats, look for future classmates living in the neighborhood. Good support for the child will be if he/she moves to a class where there is already a student he/she knows.

Keep the desire to talk to friends from the old school

Although the child has not yet made new friends, it is important for him/her to communicate with former classmates. Encourage the kids and communicate with the parents of friends from the old school. This way the child will not lose any social contacts for a moment.

Full parental support

If you already have morning rituals and traditions, try to follow them. This way the transition will be smoother and the shock for the child – less possible. Constantly receive feedback on the child’s feelings and mood. Тry not to bother with too many questions, it’s better to turn on your intuition and observe.

Most importantly: Do not ignore the way the child feels. Respond with understanding and empathy. Having friends in the face of the parents will make it easier for the child to adapt to the new environment and easily share their impressions.

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