![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/im-a-teacher-what-your-little-ones-need-to-know-ahead-of-their-first-day/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/newspress-collage-23553624-1692433160269.jpg&description=AFTER the long summer holidays and the usual routine all out of kilter, the first day of the new school year is always a tough one. And if you have a little one starting school for the first time, it's even harder and can be particularly nerve-wracking - for both kids and parents alike. 6 The first day of school can be extremely exciting - but also very overwhelming Credit: Getty It's a big change from nursery - which is why it's so important to ensure they are as prepared as possible for what's in store. Here, ex-primary school teacher Svarupa - who now works for online tutoring company, GoStudent - shares what your little ones need to know before their first day, and what parents often forget... First day at 'big school' Of course, no matter how prepared you are, the first day will be a rollercoaster of emotions. Svarupa says: "From my experience, children are usually quite excited on their first day of 'big school', as they like to call it! "Wearing their uniform , bringing their book bag and also for some their favourite lunchbox is an exciting 'first' for them, and one they look forward to - especially if they have big brothers or sisters. 6 Teachers are always aware that the first day at 'big school' can be daunting for some kids, and will try their best to make them feel at ease Credit: Getty 'It can be a little daunting' No matter how exciting it is, saying goodbye can be hard. Svarupa says: "Usually, the first day at reception involves greeting the parent and child. "Typically, each child will have a different start date and time period, so they can be phased into the class. "How this goes depends on the child - if they are confident we let the parent leave right away. "Naturally, it can be a little daunting, too. "First day tears are not uncommon, since this is a big change for both children and parents. "Over the years, I've found myself reassuring as many parents as I have children that they are going to be okay! "For most children, saying goodbye to the){kind=link}
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AFTER the long summer holidays and the usual routine all out of kilter, the first day of the new school year is always a tough one.
And if you have a little one starting school for the first time, it’s even harder and can be particularly nerve-wracking – for both kids and parents alike.
It’s a big change from nursery – which is why it’s so important to ensure they are as prepared as possible for what’s in store.
Here, ex-primary school teacher Svarupa – who now works for online tutoring company, GoStudent – shares what your little ones need to know before their first day, and what parents often forget…