School Open Evenings: What to Notice Beyond the Headteacher’s Speech
A practical guide to school open evenings, covering what to notice about teaching, behaviour, SEND, pastoral support, pupils, clubs, routines and school atmosphere.
For Parents & Students
Helpful guides for parents and students on choosing schools, admissions, SEND, attendance, bullying, exams, wellbeing, reports and talking to teachers.
My Child Says They Have No One to Play With at School
A practical guide for parents when a child feels lonely at school, covering friendships, exclusion, bullying, social skills, when to contact school and how to help.
What Is Normal in the First Two Weeks of Reception?
A reassuring guide to the first two weeks of Reception, covering tiredness, separation, big emotions, friendships, toileting, eating and when to ask school for help.
The Night Before School Starts: A Calm Family Checklist
A calm night-before-school checklist for families, covering uniform, bags, lunch, travel, sleep, medication, first-day nerves and an easier morning.
School Lunches in September: Packed Lunch, School Meals or a Mix?
School meals, packed lunches or a mix? A practical September guide for parents covering nutrition, free school meals, allergies, sensory needs and lunch routines.
What to Do When Your Child Is Anxious About Going Back to School
Help your child manage back-to-school anxiety with practical advice on routines, worries, physical symptoms, attendance and working with the school.
Starting Secondary School: A Parent Checklist for the First Month
Help your child settle into secondary school with a practical first-month guide to routines, homework, friendships, travel, tiredness and anxiety.
My Child Has Not Been Placed With Their Friends: What to Do
Worried your child has been separated from their friends at school? Learn when to contact the school and how to help them settle and make new friends.