How to Prepare for the Return to School: Tips for Students and Parents 🎒

After a long summer break, returning to school can feel like a big change—for both children and parents. The new school year doesn’t just mean early mornings and schoolwork 📚; it also brings new beginnings, opportunities, and joys that we can all look forward to. Here are some tips to make this transition as positive as possible:

Start Your Routine Early 🛏️

Stability gives children a sense of security. A few days before school starts, try gradually setting a regular bedtime and wake-up time. Mornings will feel calmer, and the whole day will run more smoothly.

Set Small Goals – September Is a New January 🎯

School is a chance to start fresh—new subjects, new friendships, new projects. It’s an opportunity to set small, achievable goals, such as improving in one subject, trying a new hobby, or reading one book per month. Little things, like always having your notebook and pen ready ✏️, can give a strong sense of accomplishment.

Find Something to Look Forward To 🌈

One of the greatest joys of returning to school is seeing classmates, friends, and favorite teachers again. Encourage children to look forward to shared experiences, breaks, sports, and projects. Small personal touches—like a new water bottle, colorful pencil case, favorite notebook, or stickers—can make the start of school feel special and exciting.

Be a Positive Example 😄

When parents speak about school with a smile, children feel it. Talk about the start of the school year in a positive way—about new opportunities, adventures, and friendships. And if your child has worries or fears, give them space to share. Feeling heard and supported is the best kind of encouragement.

Celebrate the First Day Together 🎉

The first day of school is a milestone—make it a small family celebration. It could be a special dinner, an ice cream outing, or just a moment where everyone shares their “best moment of the day.”

Returning to school is a change—but if we take it step by step, it becomes manageable. Step by step through waking up, playing a favorite song on the way to school, smiling as you arrive, and enjoying time with friends. Before you know it, you’ve done it. Together, step by step, we begin a new adventure full of possibilities.

🎒 Welcome, new school year 2025/26!