Building for success in school

School can either be a place of stress or of growth for adopted children. The difference often comes down to how well you and the school work together. Here’s some top tips…

• Build relationships – Arrange to meet teachers early in the term and explain your child’s needs in a positive and proactive way.
• Support concentration – Sensory tools, wobble cushions or short “movement breaks” can make a huge difference, talk to your teacher about how these can be used in the classroom
• The importance of transitions – Moving from playtime to class, or from one year group to the next, can trigger anxiety. Preparing with social stories or “transition visits” helps smooth the path. Why not take a look at Adoption UK’s brilliant factsheets?

Preparing for school
Managing transitions
Top tips for the transition into primary
Top tips to help your child enjoy primary school
Top tips on moving from primary to secondary
Top tips on moving on from secondary

• Know your rights – Your child is eligible for Pupil Premium Plus (It’s a good idea to ask how it’s being used to support your child—whether through staff training, therapy input, or resources)