Even if there’s nothing new there, it can’t hurt to re-familiarise after a summer break. But if they do have an account, make sure they look and see if there is anything that can help them prepare for what to expect, such as information about their new classroom or timetable. Your child may not have logged in much (or at all!) over summer. Schools may use a digital platform, app or portal to share news about their new academic year, class or year group. If you’ve got any questions, now’s the time to find out the answers.

For any changes to routine or policy you should find information on the school website.įor example, secondary schools may have different start times and entry points for different year groups. If the school sent it, it’s probably important.ĭon’t necessarily assume things will be the same as they were before term finished – or for the year group your child’s about to enter. Make sure you scan through your inbox (tip: check back in case you missed one at the end of summer term) and take time to read any messages.ĭepending on which year your child is going into, there might be updates on where to go and start times – or details like PE schedules, home learning platforms, or school dinner price changes. It can be super easy to miss an important school email amid the usual inbox junk.īut even if they haven’t done it yet, schools will be in touch about the new academic year – including crucial information about what to expect on your child’s first day back. It’s hard work making sure everything is ready for that first day back.

More than ever, parents have lots to organise and remember. The clock’s ticking on the summer holidays and the first day back at school is looming.

Group break checklist