Everything that they need to know to be able to best meet the needs of your child. Often an all about me page or passport like this gives the school staff the information they need to best support your child and know how to meet their needs.
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In New Zealand, children must be at school by their 6th birthday and can remain enrolled in preschool up until their 6th birthday.
Being school ready looks different for every child. Some things that are helpful for children when starting at school are...
Can take turns and share
Able to ask for help, ask a question and listen to others
Give things a go, confident to try new things
Know some nursery rhymes and songs
Can recognise and look after their belongings
Are positive about school and happy to be starting
Will there be a key person involved with my child?
How will I be able to contact them?
How do you facilitate communication between home and school?
How can I be reassured that all staff involved with my child understands his or her needs?
Who would my child go to if they had a problem?
Are there any social or support activities/opportunities for children?
Are there any safe/quiet places for children to go during break, lunch or unstructured times?
What happens at lunchtimes?
What ‘reasonable adjustments’ would be made for my child?