Mrs Hickey

If your child is about to move from primary to secondary school, make some time to talk to them about it. Here are some tips on how to ease any worries or anxiety they might have. 1/ Chat about how they are feeling and how it will be different from primary - for instance bigger site, new people, changing teachers and rooms for subjects, more homework. 2/ Reassure them that nerves about starting something new are normal, as is some sadness at leaving familiar things, and that these feelings usually get easier with time. 3/ Be careful not to impose your own worries. Instead, try and focus on exciting opportunities - new subjects, activities and friends. 4/ Celebrate the milestone of finishing primary school, and all the ways they have grown. This can help to boost their self-esteem and confidence.

We are delighted to be launching our very own area at this year’s Sunderland Pride! The Together for Children family-focused area will be at Mowbray Park on Saturday 8th July and will be open to under 18s and families. Join us from 11am.

Good luck to everyone starting the sponsored read today! Here is a copy of the form if you have lost the email!