The gurgle back-to-school check list
Which is why we’ve written the gurgle back-to-school checklist. Some children won’t need everything on this list, but it’s a good place to start when you’re getting your little ones ready for the big day:
The must-haves:
-School uniform. If your little ones school requires a uniform, they will provide you with a list of what you need. If there is no uniform, it’s still a good idea to buy some cheap hard-wearing clothes for your little one to wear to school. Sturdy black school shoes with good grip are also an essential.
-PE kit. Again if the school has a uniform for this, they should provide a list. If not, opt for simple white shorts, a white T shirt, and trainers with minimal branding.
-The school supplies. This should includes: a pencil case, writing pens, pencils, ruler, rubber and colouring crayons. Check with the school if you will need to provide notebooks and writing paper too.
-A backpack. Your little one will probably enjoy choosing this themselves. Just make sure the back straps are wide and padded, and that the bag is big enough to hold their books, pencil case, and lunch box if needed.
The nice to-haves:
-A wall planner. This will be just as important for you as it will be for your little one. Use it to make a note of which day your child will need PE kit, homework, and any after school activities. Being organised will stop any panic as you’re leaving the house.
-The reading eggs programme. Give your child a head start with their reading by helping them at home, using this online tool that actually makes reading fun!
-A lunchbox and water bottle. Even if your little one is eating lunch at school, a small lunch box is a great way for them to hold their healthy snacks. And it has been shown that children concentrate better if they’re hydrated, so a water bottle is a must!
Have we missed anything else? What essentials will you be sending your little ones off with when they go to school?
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