School Readiness & Confidence
FIRST STEP
Starting big school is a massive milestone that needs a bit of grit and some handy skills. We focus on giving our tamariki the mana and self-belief they need to tackle the new classroom environment with a sense of wonder and plenty of happy vibes.
Doing Things Themselves
Helping your little one sort their own gear and get through the day without having to ask for help.
Whānau Activity
Get them to pack their own school bag each day.
Classroom Manners
Learning to get along with others, listening well, and giving people their own space in the room.
Whānau Activity
Encourage them to wait for a quiet gap before talking.
Task Literacy
Helping kids follow what the teacher says and finish little tasks with calm and steady focus.
Whānau Activity
Set a quick goal to finish a puzzle in five minutes.
Primary School Roadmap
We map out the big goals your child will hit, with heaps of practical tips and home tasks to make sure they are sorted for their very first morning.
Home Learning
Setting up a good routine for quiet time to focus and finish off their school-aged learning jobs.
Whānau Activity
Pick a certain table just for their daily work time.
Following Rules
Learning to respect how things are done and having the patience to wait for their turn in games.
Whānau Activity
Play some Simon Says to help them practice listening.
A Love for Books
Sparking a real interest in stories by trying lots of different books, from picture books and comics to fact books and poems.
Whānau Activity
Enjoy a cozy bedtime story together
Self-Belief
Building up the heart to share their ideas and join in with new things without feeling shy.
Whānau Activity
Let them lead a quick show-and-tell session at home.
Giving it a Go
Showing them that sticking at it pays off and that making a mistake is just a way to learn more.
Whānau Activity
Cheer for the hard work and effort rather than just result.
Settling In
Sorting the shift between home and school life with steady patterns that help them feel safe and ok.
Whānau Activity
Practice saying goodbye at the gate with a special hug or hand shake.
School Prep & Confidence Resource Kit (coming soon)
This full resource kete brings together all our guides and tools for the School Readiness stage. It is your total guide to helping your kiddo start their first term with a big smile and heaps of confidence.