A school readiness checklist can include skills like a child’s motor skills, independence, and ability to follow instructions.
Motor skills
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- Jumping with both feet together
- Hopping on one foot
- Skipping
- Following a moving object with their eyes
- Moving each finger independently
- Balancing on one foot for 10 seconds
Independence Putting on their own shoes, Writing their name, Answering questions accurately, Cutting paper with scissors, and Sharing toys.
Other skills
- Ordering numbers from one to ten
- Dressing and undressing for PE
- Eating at the table using a knife, fork, and spoon
- Drinking from an open cup
- Tidying and looking after their belongings
School readiness in general
School readiness is about giving children a range of knowledge and skills that will help them progress in school and life.
Tips for school readiness
- Support your child’s independence by making sure they are comfortable doing simple tasks by themselves.
- Encourage your child to try new foods.
Please try not to worry just think back at the first time they started Barnabee’s, they have grown into a confident independent child, they will soon do the same at big school.
Please use the links below to help your little one in this big step to primary school.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/zxpc8p3
https://blog.earlyyearsresources.co.uk/2022/07/getting-your-little-ones-school-ready-a-parents-advice/