School Readiness

To help understand what children should typically be able to do before starting school in their reception class, there are 10 key steps for unlocking school readiness for parents and carers.

These key statements include:

• I can settle happily without my parent or carer
• I can tell friends and grown-ups what I need
• I can take turns and share when I am playing
• I can go to the toilet on my own and wash my hands
• I can put on my own coat and shoes and feed myself
• I can tell a grown up if I am happy, sad or cross
• I know that what I do and say can make others happy or unhappy
• I am curious and want to learn and play
• I can stop what I am doing, listen and follow simple instructions
• I enjoy sharing books with grown-ups

They have advice and tips on a range of school readiness aspects including:

Every child is unique and they will progress and develop at their own pace. If your child has difficulty staying dry during the day, during the night or both, the children’s continence team have lots of help and advice to support you and your little one.

Another useful website is ERIC; the children’s bowel and bladder charity. ERIC is a national charity for children and young people with continence needs. The website contains information such as self-help guides, case studies and fun activities for your little ones. These help promote toilet training and advice for children and their families on how to work towards healthy bowels and bladders.

Every child’s journey is unique to them. If your child has Special Education Needs or additional needs, their journey make look a little different…but they can still flourish and achieve! Visit the SEN page of our school website for more information.