Connected Kids

Connected Kids We are a paediatric Allied Health clinic servicing the Ballarat region. Call us today to discuss how we can best support your child & family!

The school year is almost here, and we’re ready to help your child start strong and feel confident! Here are some tips t...
27/01/2025

The school year is almost here, and we’re ready to help your child start strong and feel confident! Here are some tips to make the back-to-school transition as smooth as possible:

🧩 Establish Routines – Begin adjusting bed and wake-up times to avoid the morning scramble. A consistent routine will help everyone start the day off right!
🧩 Organization Skills – Lay out uniforms, pack bags, and prepare lunches the night before. This will make the morning less stressful and give you time to address any last-minute worries without rushing.
🧩 Practice the Routine – A few days before school starts, mimic the morning routine: waking up early, getting dressed, eating breakfast, and maybe even practicing the school commute. This shows your child what to expect and allows you to smooth out any potential bumps in your plan.
🧩 Positive Mindset – Remind your child that school is an exciting adventure, and it’s okay to ask for help whenever they need it. Keep the focus on the fun and growth the new school year will bring!
🧩 Address First Week Nerves – It’s normal for kids to feel nervous at the start of the year. Encourage open conversations about their worries, and share your own experiences of overcoming first-day jitters. Talk about all the fun things school has to offer this year!
🧩 Kick-off with a Celebration – Start the school year on a positive note with a small celebration—a special breakfast, a family outing, or a fun back-to-school tradition. This will build excitement and set a positive tone for the year ahead.
🧩 Review School Materials Together – For older kids, going over class schedules, school maps, and what each subject involves can help ease any first-day anxiety and give them a clear sense of what’s coming up.

We’re here to support you and your family every step of the way to ensure a successful school year! Let’s make it the best one yet!

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Ballarat, VIC
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