Getting your child ready for school

Starting school is an exciting time for children and their parents, but it can be worrying too.  As parents you will want to make sure that your child starts school with the skills they need.

"Every child deserves the best possible start in life and the support that enables them to fulfil their potential.  Children develop quickly in the early years and a child's experiences between birth and age five have a major impact on their future life chances.  A secure, safe and happy childhood is important it its own right.  Good parenting and high quality early learning together provide the foundation children need to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow up."
(Taken from the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage 2014).

What does it mean for my child to be School Ready?

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Further help

School Readiness useful resources and links

School Ready definition (PDF)

Last updated on: 11/02/2015 - 12:30