For many children, the transition to school will be a positive experience.
However, some students may find this transition difficult, and this could have lasting impacts on their educational outcomes.
The NSW Department of Education suggests all parents and guardians read the ‘Transition to school’ resources it has available on its website.
The ‘Transition to school’ literature covers a range of topics, including:
• What constitutes a successful transition to school?
• How school readiness is defined and measured.
• What factors contribute to a positive transition and what factors can make this transition more challenging?
• How the transition to school fits with learning frameworks and progressions.
The document outlines that for children, signs of a successful transition to school may include feeling comfortable and safe, making friends, attending and participating in school, separating easily from parents, asking for help when needed, feeling a sense of belonging in the school community, and displaying positive attitudes and dispositions towards learning.
For families, outcomes of a successful transition may include being involved with the school, being partners in their child’s learning, and having mutual and collaborative relationships with educators.
Read more by going to https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/education-data-and-research/cese/publications/literature-reviews/transition-to-school-2021.
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