As the summer holidays approach there will be many of us who have little ones who are moving on to school, nursery or even to a new care setting.
As childcare professionals we have a duty to support children in their development and help to prepare them for transition. We should be constantly thinking about how we can encourage self-care skills such as toileting, hand washing, putting coats and shoes on, etc. as well as speaking openly about the changes ahead to help to reduce any anxieties.
MindingKids offer the following resources to help prepare children for their new surroundings and look forward to the exciting times ahead:
It is also vital that practitioners and parents/carers work together when a child transfers to school /nursery or another setting. Any information that can be passed on about a child’s abilities, likes and dislikes, health and any special requirements can make a huge difference in supporting a smooth transition.
These resources are perfect for information sharing between settings to further support transition:
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