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School Start Checklist

Prepare for your child's first day with less stress

Starting school brings plenty of small details, but a calm first week matters more than getting everything perfect.

This checklist helps you cover the essentials, practise the new routine and make space for your child’s feelings.

Your first-day preparation checklist includes:

  • •Uniform, supplies, forms and contact details
  • •Travel, care and home-routine preparation
  • •Helpful information to share with the teacher
  • •A gentle first-week plan with room for downtime
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