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School Readiness

Am I ready for school?

When your child starts school there are a number of skills they should have ideally mastered, or be well on their way. Here is some guidance and suggestions to help track your child’s progress.

Self – care

I can wash my hands

I can wipe my nose

I recognise when I am too hot or cold

Independence

I can leave my parent/ carer at the door

I can put on and take off my coat

I can manage my own personal belongings

Communication

I can sing familiar nursery rhymes

I can talk about storybooks and ask questions

I can take turns in conversation

Attention & Listening

I can sit still for a short period of time

I can follow a simple instruction

I am can follow some basic rules

Sharing & Turn Taking

I can share my toys

I can play alongside others

I can interact with my peers and adults

Eating & Drinking

I can use a knife and fork

I can manage my packed lunch independently

I can drink from an open cup

I can articulate when I am hungry or thirsty

Toileting

I can go to the toilet independently

I can wipe myself and flush appropriately

I can wash and dry my hands

 

Getting dressed and undressed

I can take my shoes off

I can out my shoes on

I can take my coat off and put it back on