Mental Health & WellbeingPage

6 Ways to Help Kids with Transitions

1. Express, acknowledge and validate. Let your child know that you hear and see them and that they can talk to you about how they’re feeling. Let them know their feelings are okay and that sometimes you feel the same way.
   
    
2. Find solutions together. Collaborate with your child to find ways to positively move forward. For example: “What can we do to feel less worried? Maybe we can talk with your new teacher and introduce ourselves.”
   
    
3. Little by little, build your routine to the new normal. For example, set aside 30 minutes a day for your child to read, just as they would do at school. Or do “recess” and play outside at the same time that they would during school hours. 
   
    
4. Encourage positive thinking. Help your child focus on the great experiences that will come their way when they’re back at school, like seeing friends and favorite teachers. If they’re overwhelmed, remind them that you’re there by their side.  
   
    
5. Bring on the fun! Find ways to celebrate the transition to the new normal. Try setting up a play date with a friend who will also be going back to class. Or have a “back to school party” with fun, silly learning activities.
   
    
6. Reach out to your community. Talk to others about what you and your child are experiencing. You may find you’re in good company and come away with new ideas to try. If your child shows prolonged signs of anxiety and worry, don’t hesitate to reach out to us in Wellbeing at Surfside PS, or for professional support.
   
    
7. Show patience, kindness and grace. Transitions are tough, especially in this unprecedented time. Give yourself and your child grace. Together, take some nice, calming breaths. Share with each other what went well today, and for what you are grateful. 

School Breakfast Club

Please join us in the school kitchen every Thursday morning to share breakfast with other students before starting the school day. Gluten free and dairy free options available.

Our Year 5 Student volunteers are doing an amazing job of setting up, taking orders, preparing food, serving and cleaning up under supervision. 

Breakfast is served from 7.45 - 8.30am (last orders at 8.15am) - all welcome!