Welcome to Kindergarten

Tips for the first day of school:

• Invite your child to take a special item from home, if necessary (a picture or special item)
• Remain cheerful and let your child know who will be there to pick them up at the end of the school day.
• Remind them about the exciting new things they will learn
• Prepare their favourite snacks for nutrition breaks and have your children work with you to pack their lunch bag.

Once school starts there are some simple ways you can help your child make the most of kindergarten:

• Make learning a regular part of your activities at home (e.g., reading with your child, playing games together, cooking together).
• Talk to your child’s educator’s about other ways you can support your child at home.
• Ask your child specific questions about what they learned or did during the day. ( e.g . What was your favourite part of school today? (e.g., blocks, sand, water, library, outdoor play)
• Make school and learning an important part of family conversation.
• Attend information meetings and other events organized for parents and families.

One Kid Place activities and resources are age appropriate and help families better understand the child’s development and skill level. Check out our resource section below.

Resources