You’ re not alone
Thousands of parents go through first-day-of-school jitters every year, so you’ re not alone! If you have friends or family who have been through this recently, try and find an opportunity to sit down with them for a cup of tea and a chat. Ask about their experiences and if they have any advice. It might be good for you to talk about your worries too – they do say‘ a problem shared is a problem halved’ for a reason!
Managing your social calendar
Balancing your child’ s social life with your own may feel a teensy bit hectic at times, especially once school starts. Try doubling up adult and child play dates at parks, soft play areas and cafés. This allows parents to have a chat while the children have something fun to do.
Meet other parents on our Facebook group
Join Be School Ready 2025 to chat to other parents with children starting school this September:
Making new friends
It’ s not just children who thrive on making new school friends. Check if there’ s a parent Facebook or WhatsApp group for your school that you can join, or be brave and make some introductions at the school induction days. Volunteering for your PTA is another great way to meet other parents and get more involved with your school community.
It all adds up
Worried about school expenses? Turn to page 12 to find out about financial support
“ What I wish I knew...”
We asked parents what they wish they knew before their little one started school. Scan the QR code to see what they said: Photograohy: iStock. com / SolStock, Prostock-studio. Illustration: Freepik. com
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