Year 6 Parents Guide 2024-25

20 Before your child starts: • Time the journey to school or the bus stop. • Be sure your child is clear about what time they are expected to be at home and what to do should they be delayed for any reason. • Make sure they know/have your contact numbers and that they know where to go in school should they need to contact you. • Buy an alarm clock and make sure your child knows how it works. Test run it before the first day of school. • Work out with your child what time they will need to get up in order to get to school on time. Work backwards from the time they need to be at school and include all the things they will need to do. • Agree a routine for the mornings and after school. For example, will they shower/bath in the morning or evening? Will they get their school bag ready the night before or the following morning? Who will make their packed lunch and when? • Agree a bed-time for school days ensuring that your child will be getting enough sleep. • Have a couple of practice runs - set your child the challenge of getting up at the correct time and getting ready within the necessary time frame. • Does anything need to change? • Ensure your child’s uniform and PE kit are labelled. This is crucial as Year 7 Pupils are good at losing things and we will only be able to get things back to you if they are labelled. In fact, label their coats and bags as well. • Have clear boundaries regarding use of social media When they start: • Praise and encourage independence but be ready to offer a helping hand. • Sign your child’s planner each week. • Keep school informed of any changes to the child’s contact/medical information e.g. changes of address, phone number, medication, etc. • Check MCAS TIPS FOR PARENTS