Various transition programs are very important in the phase of preparing children for the transition to primary school. School visits are only one form of such programs. School visits allow children to become familiar with the new environment, classrooms, playgrounds and facilities. Such visits reduce children's possible stress and anxiety from change and new events, and create a feeling of predictability and security.
What transition programs do you implement and consider useful in the phase of preparing children for school?
Konstantina Soumpenioti Transition programs play a crucial role in easing children into the primary school environment. School visits are just one of the many effective strategies we employ. These visits help children familiarize themselves with the new environment, reducing stress and anxiety while creating a sense of predictability and security.
In addition to school visits, we implement several other transition programs:
Buddy Systems: Pairing kindergarten children with primary school buddies helps them form connections and provides them with a friendly face when they start their new school.
Orientation Sessions: We organize sessions where children meet their future teachers and classmates. These sessions often include fun activities to help children build relationships and feel more comfortable.
Parent Workshops: Educating parents on how to support their children during this transition is essential. Workshops provide strategies and tips for parents to help their children adapt smoothly.
Routine... Transition programs play a crucial role in easing children into the primary school environment. School visits are just one of the many effective strategies we employ. These visits help children familiarize themselves with the new environment, reducing stress and anxiety while creating a sense of predictability and security.
In addition to school visits, we implement several other transition programs:
Buddy Systems: Pairing kindergarten children with primary school buddies helps them form connections and provides them with a friendly face when they start their new school.
Orientation Sessions: We organize sessions where children meet their future teachers and classmates. These sessions often include fun activities to help children build relationships and feel more comfortable.
Parent Workshops: Educating parents on how to support their children during this transition is essential. Workshops provide strategies and tips for parents to help their children adapt smoothly.
Routine Integration: Gradually introducing primary school routines, such as structured learning activities and recess, in the kindergarten setting helps children adjust to the new schedule.
Storytime Sessions: Reading books about starting school and discussing the upcoming changes can help children understand what to expect and express their feelings about the transition.
These programs collectively ensure that children are well-prepared, confident, and excited about their move to primary school. What transition programs do you find most effective in your experience? Let's share ideas and learn from each other!Afficher plusIl y a 4 mois
Vedrana Domacinovic PiculjanI like your ideas. In our kindergarten, we carry out most of the above. Recently, we have been paying a lot of attention to the preparation of parents through workshops and lectures. Because a prepared parent = a prepared child.Il y a 4 mois