Transitions

Transitions

Topic summary

Research reviews

Supporting children and their families through the transition to school

Practical ways that early childhood education and primary school teachers can help ensure that the transition to school is a positive and successful experience for children and their families.

Using social media to support the transition from early childhood education to school

Innovative ways to use Facebook and other social media tools to support the transition to school.

The transition to secondary school

An overview of the research on the transition from primary to secondary school, and how schools and families can support students through the challenges and opportunities that this transition creates.

Webinars

Supporting the transition to school

This webinar with Jennifer Neill offers valuable insights and practical strategies to ensure a child’s transition from early childhood education to school is as smooth and positive as possible

Transitions from early childhood education to school – Part 2

This webinar examines the Pathways section of Te Whāriki and its potential to support learning as children transition from early childhood education to school.

Understanding and enhancing young children’s transitions – Part 1

Sally Peters and Hazel Woodhouse from the University of Waikato explore transitions in the early years.

Infographics

Supporting the transition to school infographic for New Entrant teachers

Strong relationships and effective communication are the key to supporting children and their families during the transition from their early childhood centre to school.

Snapshots

Key insights on the transition to school from early childhood and primary perspectives

Insights from a webinar with Jennifer Neill on the transition to school.

Insight: How primary schools can help parents through the transition to school

Key ideas for supporting parents and children through the transition to school.
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