Our advice for the start of kindergarten

Prepare clothes for your child the day before the start of the school year

For the little ones, you will be asked for clothes easy to put on. It is true that they are welcome at the time of the turn to the toilets or the awakening of the nap.

However, the most important thing for this first day is that your child is wearing an outfit that he appreciates or the color he likes; and too bad if he looks like Little Red Riding Hood!

Put your alarm clock earlier than usual

Without doing too much, back to school day has something really special for the whole family. Even more if it’s a first comeback. A few extra minutes will be very useful for start your day calmly.

Have a good breakfast with the family

We know that children must absolutely take a solid breakfast. Except that they might be anxious that day. Do not force them, even if it means slipping a small snack into their pocket. But don’t let that stop you from setting a good example by sitting at the table with them and having that first meal of the day. a quarter of an hour of relaxation.

Don’t forget to put his blanket in his school bag

The little ones still have need this famous transitional object, especially the first few days. If you forget it, you will attract the wrath of the staff of the small school. Older children can also slip a little object they like : a mum’s handkerchief, their favorite Pokemon card, daddy’s photo at the office …

Avoid last-minute advice

“Try to sit down in the first row”, “Ask the mistress if you want to pee”, “Do not heckle with Oscar, otherwise the mistress will get on you” … Let teachers manage your children, that’s their job.

… in fact, avoid any advice ! Trust your child and his teacher.

No pressure on your child and especially no blackmail

“If you don’t cry, I’ll give you a present tonight”, “You will soon be able to read”, “Do you remember how we write MOM?” “. Children feel thatwe invest the school with a fundamental mission, this is not a reason to revise the alphabet in front of the classroom door.

Avoid sharing your bad school memories

Even if Mademoiselle Leduc terrorized you and still sometimes haunts your nightmares, it will probably not happen to your offspring. He will have his own experience. Realize that your child is not going to go through what you have been through, and maybe not even what you think he is going to go through.

Don’t paint your child’s portrait to their teacher

Let her discover for herself how great it is!

Refrain from bragging about Junior like a hawker, or conversely from over-detailing his little quirks. It is preferable that the teacher makes her own opinion, especially since it is a safe bet that her behavior will not be the same at school as at home. You entrust your children to professionals, trust them.

Never show your displeasure

You don’t like the master or mistress? Are you disappointed because your child is not in their best friend’s class? It’s a concern for you, but maybe not for him.

Do not hammer him in mind, be positive by showing her the advantages: “You’ll make lots of new friends, and you’ll see Celia at recess. “

Keep your tears and your tensions to yourself

Do not prolong the farewells, calmly leave the classroom, head held high (if necessary, collapse into your man’s arms once you have passed the door …). Know that most of the time, little ones stop crying when your back is turned, and that there is nothing more catchy than a concert of crying. Do not worry, if there is a problem you will be notified.

Take your time to accompany your child to school

There is nothing more terrifying for a child than a mom who “just” went to hang up her little coat and never came back. Tell him you are leaving, set her a reunion time and do not hesitate.

Don’t lie to your child to reassure them

Yes he is going to the canteen, yes there is a nap, no it is not mom but Auntie who will come to pick him up… Of course, you do not have to detail everything, but if he asks you a question, answer honestly. Don’t betray the trust he places in you.

Explain to your child the positive sides of school

It sometimes happens with children who refuse school outright. Tell him that everyone goes to school at his age, it is a universal rule for all human beings. Value this experience by telling him about all the positive points : exciting activities, new boyfriends, songs, nursery rhymes, stories… Few children can resist it.

After her first day of kindergarten

Don’t pester him with questions upon return. He will tell you what he wants and what he remembers. The routine takes a little time to establish and sometimes children like cultivate their secret garden.