Supporting kids to have a healthy start to school
If you have patients with a child starting school for the first time this year or next, refer them to Northern Sydney Local Health District’s ‘Supporting the Transition to School’ video series. The videos present practical ideas from allied health professionals and teachers to support kids have a healthy and positive start to school. “The transition from home or childcare to school is a very important period in a child’s development,” explained population health promotion’s Kara McDonnell. “By ensuring they have well developed physical, emotional and social skills, like those presented in the videos, kids can flourish in the new learning environment.”
The videos cover the following topics: • Fine & gross motor skills • Fundamental movement skills • Developmental milestones
• Developing independence and self-care skills • Interpersonal and self-management skills These skills can help kids with important school tasks such as writing, sitting at desks, drawing, using scissors, dressing, eating, and going to the toilet independently and more. The videos are divided into two streams, one for teachers and educators, the other for parents and carers. However, all health professionals caring for the health of children aged 4–6 years are encouraged to share these videos with clients and community groups. Visit https://nshp.com.au/TransitionToSchool for more information and watch the videos.
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GPLink | March 2024
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