Transition back to school after Lockdown
We understand that the school closures will create some levels of anxiety around transition, and we have therefore put this page together to collate useful resources to help prepare your child for their return to school after lockdown.
CAMHS Support Documents
Back to school – A guide for parents
Back to school or college – A guide for young people
Back to school – For younger children
General Resources
4 simple things to help children readjust back to school
7 ways to support children and young people who are worried
BBC Tiny Happy People – Developing your child’s speech, language and communication skills
Barnardo’s See, Hear, Respond – Helpline for Families struggling with the impact of COVID-19
Going back to school – Childline
Helping young people manage anxiety
Looking after ourselves and each other
Play in Crisis – Support for Parents and Carers
Play – Mental Health and Wellbeing
Rebuild and recover with mentally healthy schools
Recognising and responding to anxiety
Supporting children and families to play and learn at home
Top tips for playful parenting
SEN specific resources
Social Stories – A school bubble
Social Stories – Going for a walk is a safe thing to do
Social Stories – Staying safe in school
Supporting transitions for autistic pupils
Transition back to school in September
Dear parents/carers,
Welcome to all of our families! We are delighted that you will be part of our Early Years in September and we look forward to working with you soon.
In this section, you will find information that will support you and your child in their transition to Copthorne Primary.
A virtual parents’ meeting will take place in the coming weeks- letters will be sent out with details of how to access the meeting.
Furthermore, if you do have any questions, worries or concerns, please email earlyyears@copthorneacademy.co.uk and we will be in touch to support you as much as we can.
You can also use this email address to send your child’s work and family photographs to.
A welcome message from our Early Years Leader, Miss Kneeshaw:
Access our EYFS policy here:
A welcome message from our 2 year old room manager, Nikol. This is for children joining our 2 year old provision (Saplings):
Further information can be found here:
A welcome message from our Nursery teacher, Miss Birchall. This is for children joining our Nursery (Acorns- am session and Conkers- pm session):
Further information can be found here:
A welcome message from our Reception teachers, Miss Myers (Nutmeg class) and Mr Johnston (Hazel class). This is for children joining our Reception classes:
Further information can be found here:
