How to Support Your Child

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Establishing Routines

  • Set up consistent wake-up, study, and bedtime routines to help the child adapt to the new schedule.
  • Encourage preparation the night before (e.g., packing bags, organising uniforms).
  • Arrive to school on time
  • Be ready to learn

Creating a Study Space

  • A quiet, organised area with minimal distractions
  • Co-develop a weekly schedule to complete homework and study

Encourage Organisation

  • Help them use planners or an equivalent to track assignments, deadlines, and extracurricular activities.
  • Teach skills like prioritising tasks and managing time effectively.

Communicate Regularly

  • Talk about their day, challenges, and achievements.
  • Encourage open dialogue about friendships, teachers, and experiences.

Promote a Growth Mindset

  • Encourage resilience by framing challenges as opportunities to learn.
  • Emphasise effort and persistence over perfection.

Keep them Healthy

  • Ensure appropriate amounts of sleep, exercise and healthy food.