School readiness goes beyond uniforms, parents told

Calm, connected and ready for school - The Southern Cross

Trish Jarvis, executive officer of Catholic School Parents SA, gives some practical tips to parents and carers on how to help their children settle in to a new school year. Trish Jarvis I always say the first week of school feels a bit like opening the fridge and staring blankly inside – you’re hopeful, a bit nervous, and fairly sure you’ve forgotten something important. Children add their own layer of excitement and worry, and as families we sp…

School readiness goes beyond uniforms, parents told

As the new school term gets underway, parents have been reminded that sending children to school involves more than uniforms, school bags and timetables, but also emotional and mental preparation at home. Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says many parents ensure children are physically ready for school, but equal attention must […]