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Understand the potential effects of transitions on children and young people’s development

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‘Transitions’ from the Mentally Healthy Schools website

If a child or young person struggles with a transition it can have a negative impact on their wellbeing and academic achievement. Read this article and the ‘Related resources’ that are relevant to the stage of the children you are working with.

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Click to read the webpage ‘Transitions: The journey’ from the Early Years Matters website.
Click to read ‘Supporting children and young people through transition’ by the National Children’s Bureau.
Look at your setting’s policies or procedures on welcoming a child or young person into the setting and making them feel comfortable. Make a note of them for your reference.
Think about the feelings a child or young person may have when coming into a new setting or classroom. When, or at which part of the day, do you think they might need the most support? How can you help them to understand the timescale of their day and adjust to a new routine?

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