STARTING SCHOOL CHECKLIST + TIPS | HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR SCHOOL 2021

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Starting School checklist and tips! How to prepare your child for school in 2021. Today I'm talking about getting your child ready to start school and how I have been preparing my son to start school and reception. Here are my top tips and hacks for starting school. I hope you like it :-) add any of your own tips below in the comments x
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@asseenonjean4804 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Emily, you’re such a responsible parent! As an early years teacher, I was nodding along to everything you were saying! This is really helpful, so thank you for sharing. I’m going to share it now on my facebook page 😊

@mfrmxcv 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a teacher too and I’m just in love with Emily. Great tipsssssssssss! The Norris Family rocks!

@BratKatUzar 3 жыл бұрын

Best tips: shoes they can put on and off themselves AND containers and water bottles they can open. I worked for a school in the Kindergarten class AND aftercare. These were two big things that I noticed kids needing help with and having to wait around for help and missing out on activities and snack time because they couldn't do it themselves.

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips!! Thanks for watching xx

@jessstack5737 3 жыл бұрын

adding on to the uniform point there's some amazing trousers at marks and spencers that have a special 3 cm hem that can be unplucked in the middle of the year/when it needs to be so that it will last the kids a little bit longer, i shall try and find a link and put it below, think its a great idea

@tayyabahamid8351 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@cmschamps1738 3 жыл бұрын

Please share the link.

@frankodea3403 2 жыл бұрын

I got my school trousers at Mark's and Spencer's I'm a much bigger boy it is great fit

@frankodea3403 2 жыл бұрын

the trousers are great I wear them and like them

@tara5742 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video. I’m an older first time mom and none of our friends and family have school age children anymore, so this helped me plan for things I didn’t even consider. Also, thank you for showing your vulnerability. It was very brave! And it really helps in feeling that those feelings are normal and tough despite most of the world perhaps not viewing it that way

@georginageorge894 3 жыл бұрын

Love your helpful tips, checklists and advice videos 🙌🏼❤️

@gemmaelizabeth7423 3 жыл бұрын

Aw ty def food for thought! My eldest starts school this Sept and def an emotional time but def agree to stay as positive as possible about it! I hope everyone’s first days go well :)

@felishaellington1016 3 жыл бұрын

Emily we love you for this video! I literally needed this vid!!! X

@kathrynburden8501 3 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks Emily, my son is starting his school nursery in September so this was a huge help!! I'm so nervous about it but I will keep cool and confident 😃 It must be a very emotional time For you with your baby starting school!! I can't believe it, it only seems like yesterday that you had him!! Wishing you loads of love and tissues 🥰

@maisiewilson820 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe Jackson is going to school in September he is grown up so fast you look nice with you hair up x

@lynseymoffett9656 3 жыл бұрын

I love her hair tied back too💓

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Crazy isn’t it 😢 Thanks for watching Maisie xx

@helenam8756 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video Emily! Long-time watcher, first-time commenter from NZ - I’m starting as a Reception teacher in September so it’s helpful to have these tips from a parent’s perspective! I’m nervous about leaving my one-year-old son as I’ve loved being on maternity leave with him, but I’m excited to teach 5-year-olds - hopefully my future students are as happy as Jackson! Thanks for the great content. Xx

@kk0071990 2 жыл бұрын

You’re such a lovely mum! Why emotional, it’s going to be fun for them, it’s so good to see them growing up and progressing to next stages 😉

@ZainebDin 2 жыл бұрын

The first video I watched on your channel was what you packed in your hospital bag for Jackson. My son was due around the same time so I found it so helpful. Now I'm watching how to prepare that same boy for school! Thank you for all the handy tips and advice x

@Odennyd 3 жыл бұрын

Excelente vídeo E. mil gracias!!

@ayeshasiddika3837 3 жыл бұрын

Emily thank you so much for this video, fantastic tips, I’m super excited to get myself organised to help the little one settle in to reception. Thank you so much xoxo

@shonaangus7876 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Emily, this is amazing 🤩

@tutibar177 3 жыл бұрын

you always cheer me up Emily 😊 love you 💓😘

@saracaminiti7095 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I am going to start practicing getting ready in the morning and using all his school things like water bottle, backpack & lunch box so he can get use to everything 😊

@michaeldnolan 3 жыл бұрын

Emily these are fantastic tips thank you! Sending our very best wishes as know how nerve wracking all these first/last steps are. Your such a good mummy and have set them up to cope so well. x

@jenniferh8800 3 жыл бұрын

I needed this!! Thank you!!

@GemmaAndrews 3 жыл бұрын

I really needed this video! Thanks Emily!!

@annagomes8339 3 жыл бұрын

My child is about 6 months younger than Jackson,.I started watching you when my child was born and Jackson was 6 months old. I've loved following along through each milestone. It's been great to get the heads up a few months ahead. My son starts school in Australia in early next year as well.

@2Damon 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, we are in New Orleans, La- will start school next week. I appreciate your honesty about holding it together because it is mixed emotions as you love your kids so much. "I want you to go, I want you to stay." I wish us all Momma and Daddies peace. We will do great no matter what the year brings.

@amyp8400 3 жыл бұрын

Some really handy tips! What a great video. Thanks!

@rubyvictoria4747 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really needed to hear this. My son is starting school and These are excellent tips that I will definitely use

@joannelaverty810 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful Emily thank you so much! I started watching your channel when my youngest baby was only a few months old and you had just had Jackson- can’t believe it’s been 5 years and they’re off to school now! Best of luck to you I’m a bit emotional but happy for him 🥰🥰

@stacygraham9978 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips Emily! I can not believe Jackson is going to school. I remember the home birth video you did. Time flies by so fast. Have a great day.

@Alexalini 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this video. Great tips and will be a bucket of tears with you on that first day 🤣🤣🤣

@momishbynimisha 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for such useful tips! My son is online schooling right now but sessions will start sometime of course and i have been so nervous about him actually going to the school and being on his own. Would love to see a vlog on Jackson's first day of school! Hope he loves it :)

@jillylloyd3527 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing, my 4 year old grandson starts in September. As ever so grateful Emily .

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Ah I hope he gets on ok. Thanks for watching Jilly xx

@wildbeautifulnoises 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Emily!!! Btw, you look amazing! These tips are soo helpful!! My firstborn is now headed to preschool, I’m so emotional about it, but you’re right, she will flourish so much 💕 thanks again and best of luck to little Jackson!

@mrsg3460 3 жыл бұрын

I've been following you since Jackson was 3 months old and my eldest was newborn and now she starts school in September. I cried when she tried her uniform on, she only goes to preschool 2 days a week so it's going to be so strange her not being here, but she loves learning and socialising so I know she will love it and blossom. I looked at her the other day and she seemed so grown up. Good luck for September and enjoy the summer xxx

@rebeccacole6910 3 жыл бұрын

My boy is only 9.5 months old and I found this so informative. Soon I’ll be going back to work 😢 and I need to prepare for taking him to childcare (super awesome sister in law). Found so many of these tips resonate with this. Massive thank you! 🥰❤️

@nicashworth1900 3 жыл бұрын

Best timed video! Especially as my daughter hasn't had the full school transition experience like other older kids have.

@kellyarrowsmith5237 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Emily, so needed to see this. Also where is your top from its gorgeous 💖

@nusibabetamar6775 3 жыл бұрын

I swear you are my power of positivity that I like to charge from. Love you so much. My Girl will go to school too this September and I am as well preparing her, got the uniform, the lunch boxes, water bottle , trained her to dress herself and she is doing great with going to the bathroom, still have not got the name tags, thanks also fo the tip of the shoes, I will check Next this week. I wrote already my daily routine, but love the Idea of having one for her where she can but magnets on what she did.

@emmapresland7870 3 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! Thank you xxxx

@jenkpopdeuk 3 жыл бұрын

Love you Emily!!

@TracyHRodriguez 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Emily! This is so helpful! My little one starts preschool in September!!

@julietannOsfan1972 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips. I really like your top/dress, I like all the bright colours. I’ve been watching your videos since Jackson was a baby & can’t believe that he’s about to start school.

@scarletta2414 3 жыл бұрын

Love your top / dress !!! X so cute and some great tips for my youngest starting school too ! X

@vanessaphillips1277 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! I have been watching your you tube channel for a few years now right from when I was pregnant with my daughter (almost 4). It has since progressed into something we often watch together and she loves seeing your boys. My daughter is starting a British International school in Singapore (in reception) and I found this really helpful. Stressing as a first time school mum and your positive vibe and just general info is awesome. Just also wanted to note: loved your nut allergy updates on KZfaq and the Instagram live chat as my 9month old has a number of food allergies we have been navigating. We also love your honey mustard slow cooker recipe is awesome! I make this using dairy free options - Coconut Cream, and I just made it tonight with maple syrup instead of honey (because I ran out #improvisemoment).

@cherylc2400 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips, if only all parents were so proactive! As a teacher myself we appreciate parents like you who strive their best to make their kids as independent as possible. My 3yo twins will start preschool in September 😬😬 Wish your boys all the best. Especially Jackson! 💖💖

@chelseaanora9673 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips!

@Kadecleaninglife16 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful because my son is starting school in September . and Jackson is only 5 days older than him thanks for sharing 👍😊

@biancapaesano978 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful tips! My eldest is starting school in August so this is great timing!

@shamonti7432 3 жыл бұрын

All the best to little Jackson! I started following you when I fell pregnant and Jackson was really little and now he is going to school!! Lots of love!

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Ah thanks for watching for so long Shamonti xx

@jodiramberg707 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful!! Timely, my oldest starts preschool soon!!

@thushikakandeepan8226 3 жыл бұрын

It's a really helpful information for my Son.

@jenkpopdeuk 3 жыл бұрын

Love these tips!!

@jessstack5737 3 жыл бұрын

yayyy i commented asking for this video about a month ago! so excited to give it a watch! also emily you're SO NEARLY at 700k subs! what an amazing thing! i have been watching you for nearly 4 whole years now, so proud of you and your youtube journey! you should buy a great big cake to celebrate!

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you Jess it means the world xx

@donnamagan5597 3 жыл бұрын

First of all, I love your channel and have for many years. And second, I LOVE that top you're wearing!!!!

@kerryharding5587 3 жыл бұрын

Super useful information and tips. Really well considered. Good luck to you too Emily and Matt. It is an adjustment for you - another season in life. I remember when my youngest went to kinder/school, l felt l’d lost a limb for a bit. It’s interesting that the school year starts in September in the UK. ( for prep) It makes sense to give the young ones a start for 3-4 months before Christmas break though. 🧡❤️

@LearningWithMaryam 3 жыл бұрын

Nice tips Emily. The ending was funny about your hair. You look really nice with your hair up

@amandabanack9789 3 жыл бұрын

My daughter is starting preschool this year. This will be my first going to school. I’m so excited for her. She cannot wait to experience it all, which is helping my emotions 😋 thanks for the tips as always Emily.

@momina85k 2 жыл бұрын

Love all tips ❤ 💕 ♥

@aswathysukumaran196 2 жыл бұрын

Wow...so much helpful..thank you so much😘

@suhailycruz7262 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos thank you so much

@georginavegan366 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily! So glad to see you are still going. ❤ I used to watch you when my son was young, he is 7 now and my youngest is off to school! Time flies. Hi from Australia 🇦🇺

@erikamolnar1941 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! My son is not even 3 months old and I am already 'taking notes', everyone keeps telling me, time flies, so I better prepare 😋 Love your hair like this as well 🤗.

@yahslove4846 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for all the information

@baliye28 3 жыл бұрын

My son starts preschool in September and few days ago I was in your channel trying to find preschool tips ! So happy you put this video up! Thanks

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing Mehak! Thanks for watching xx

@katiethomas5889 3 жыл бұрын

My baby Emily loved this! I think the best advice was to get organized and to pretend you are excited even if it is a lie :D

@dutchTea 3 жыл бұрын

Emily, this dress is EVERYTHING!😍

@younews100 3 жыл бұрын

Labels!!!! Thanks, Emily!

@Skhan-nl2xu 3 жыл бұрын

Emily i love the way u dress…the colors that u use and not just neutrals and pastels…

@kiarahv7458 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily those are some great tips . I am a pre Kindey teacher and another great tip is practise the children packing Thier bag after lunch . Practice zips and them packing everything inside . It always such a great help for your little ones independence 🙂

@momfusion 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips thanks Emily! My son is starting school in september.

@elenapolenichkina6460 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Would need it!)))

@terrimilne2772 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video , so helpful! Where is your top from ? It's lovely !! Xx

@zannatimo3759 3 жыл бұрын

Good timing. My daughter is going to school in September

@jenj8878 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, my little boy is a September baby too, starting school here in Scotland in August. Although looking forward to it, def a bit emotional too! Our things to work on are getting on socks, and eating less messily! I need to order his school bag & thanks for the reminder about labelling everything. His school doesn't have school uniform so it's a lot of labelling!

@meganpiper6131 3 жыл бұрын

My sons starting school in September and he’s just turned 3 this month. Definitely need to work on helping him get dressed himself luckily we have mastered all the rest :)

@BearDefelice 3 жыл бұрын

I worked in reception at lunchtime for the past year and most children didnt know how to cut their food. So practicing with a knife and fork is a good one. X

@annalea1522 3 жыл бұрын

These are great tips!!! I have three boys as well and my youngest is going into second grade(7 years old) and many of these will be helpful… like the Tupperware tips! So clever! Thank you xoxo also I love your shirt!

@nicolac3540 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Emily as my son starts reception in September as well. Also I love your top x

@emilygifford4159 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I previously taught Reception and am a mum of three. I hope you don’t mind me adding this here but if you’re interested I have SO much support over on Instagram to offer for those with #littleschoolstarter s. You’re welcome to ask me anything. I’m @little.learning.leaders there if you’re interested. X

@kerry-annikuesan9261 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video

@MummyCleans 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve just ordered my daughters uniform and I’m so emotional now 😭 I’m not sure if I’ll be able to hold it together until she’s in the classroom but I’ll try my best. Thank you for sharing your tips, they are really helpful xx

@skincarelover9568 3 жыл бұрын

Awe Jackson looks so cute in his uniform!!!

@lenashousex8316 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily! Thanks for the tips! It would be great to have some links to everything you mentioned; the sticker website, next trainers, lunchbox etc x

@noleenmitchell3446 3 жыл бұрын

Hi emily i bet jackkson is lookingforward to starting reception in september.the child routene sound like a fab idea love the other ideas aswell.💗xx

@miabrammernyholm953 3 жыл бұрын

My oldest was not used to lock the bathroom door at home - so we needed to practice being ok with that🚪

@kathrynburden8501 3 жыл бұрын

That's such a good point thanks

@smittenkitten44 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow I hadn’t thought of this! Good point. He just leaves the door wide open at home 😂

@violettt1 3 жыл бұрын

OMG didnt think of that. thank you

@yudenyfernandez 3 жыл бұрын

Love your outfit ❤️❤️❤️

@lynseymoffett9656 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual Emily! Where is your beautiful top from?xx

@Bibliobelle_ 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to have my own children and put what I learn in your videos to use! 🤓

@zoeda9350 3 жыл бұрын

This helped a lot thank u

@juliehaxon8323 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks Emily! I love your top, where is it from, if you don't mind me asking? 🙂

@morganmcguire7706 3 жыл бұрын

Your awesome, momma! I love your videos. Good luck on your baby’s first day of school. I need to know what nail polish color this is?! It’s gorgeous!

@amydean8176 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Emily. Thankyou for the top tips. My first and only child starts school in September also. Would you be able to do a video on lunch box ideas and also after school snack ideas please? Xx 💟

@lindseyharbaugh8228 3 жыл бұрын

My daughter is getting ready to go to school thank you for these great tips I’m already a mess about her going

@amotherslittleway 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily been following you for a little while now your so inspiring and kind! Would love to know if you have a video on your organizations with the kids or chore wall ? Something like that:) where do you locate their chore stuff

@tanyahermanus7148 3 жыл бұрын

This is a really great video but it's making me so nervous because you're raising such good points. My daughter is 4 now and she will only be in pre school next year. But gosh I haven't even thought of some of the things you are mentioning now.. thanks so much ❤

@shardae5219 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Emily! If your child is having school dinners It's worth having them practise carrying a tray at home. My daughter's teacher mentioned that she was so independent with carrying her lunch tray 🤣. Also worth wearing school shoes around the house to get used to them.

@emaliewarnick 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! My four year old starts school this year and this is so helpful, thanks!!

@emilygifford4159 3 жыл бұрын

@kaylabotha2000 3 жыл бұрын

Have watched Jackson since he was 1.wow he grew up fast.so cute 😍

@leaessex4751 3 жыл бұрын

Loved video hope little man like school

@angeldream7990 3 жыл бұрын

Love listening to your sitting videos like this about parenting:) you always pass positive vibes about parenting for me:) and love your nails:).

@angeldream7990 3 жыл бұрын

Also if you can make video about how you and matt find time to discuss important matters or what or what not to discuss in front of kids or how you manage to keep it alive between you two (personal i know but if you can post something based on relationship with 3 kids:) ). Thanks:).

@94lilmissme 3 жыл бұрын

Being a pre school teacher (3/4 year olds) these are great tips

@Emma-li8cy 3 жыл бұрын

How do you find out about these groups before the start?

@helenam8756 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, so helpful to have a parent’s perspective as a teacher of young children starting school!

@EdwinaSY 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the question, do the teachers not help with wiping after number 2 at all? What if it's really messy, especially for girls. That's what I am worried about right now.

@violettt1 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdwinaSY exactly what i am worried about.

@mrsemilynorris 3 жыл бұрын

Ah so good to hear from someone like yourself. Thanks for watching xx

@rhianporter612 3 жыл бұрын

Omg Jackson looks adorable 🥰

@deepshikhamohanty176 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. My son is starting in September and m new to education system in UK as I moved here at end of 2019. These are really great

@emilygifford4159 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I previously taught Reception 🇬🇧 and am a mum of three. I hope you don’t mind me adding this here but if you’re interested I have SO much support over on Instagram to offer for those with #littleschoolstarter s. You’re welcome to ask me anything. I’m @little.learning.leaders there if you’re interested. X