Home Learning & School Readiness

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Home learning means the everyday things you do at home — talking, playing, reading, and spending time together helps your child learn and feel confident.

Take a look at the The Best Start in Life website for top tips on:

• First sounds 0-12 months
  
• First words and little sentences 1-5 years
• Playtime activities and bonding with your toddler

Being school ready simply means your child can do little everyday things like using the toilet, putting on their coat, following simple routines, and joining in with listening, playing and talking with others so they feel happy and confident starting school.

Click on the links below to take you to the School Readiness Website and get School ready:

• How to help your child get ready
• What to do if your child has additional needs
• Who to speak to for help.
• Skills to practice before starting reception
• Growing independence 
• Building relationships and communicating
• Physical development
• Healthy routines
• What to do if you have concerns about your child’s development

Potty training helps children build the independence and confidence they need for starting school, on the ERIC website you can find practical guidance on:

• When should you start potty training?
• What is the best age for potty training?
• Managing potty training accidents
• Potty training out and about
• Getting dry at night
• Common potty training problems

Childcare and nurseries play an important role in preparing children for school by helping them develop routines, social skills, and early learning foundations.

Attending a childcare setting can boost children’s confidence and support their speech, language, and independence.

Take a look at the Best Start in Life website to find more information about childcare costs for children from 9 months up to 11 years.

Find out what's available and how to apply here

If you want to know more about Looking for Childcare in Barnsley click here

Barnsley Council's 0 –19 Public Health Nursing Team (including Health Visitors and School Nurses) support with your child’s development, routines, behaviour, speech and language and getting them ready for school. 

You can contact a health visitor or school nurse by:

Ringing 01226 774411. Lines are open Monday to Thursday 8:45am to 4:45pm and Fridays 8:45am to 4:15pm (except bank holidays)

Emailing 0-19healthteam@barnsley.gov.uk

Message on Facebook on the Barnsley 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service Facebook page

 Best Start Family Hubs offer a welcoming space with fun and friendly groups to support home learning and school readiness.

Take a look at our What's on Guide, to find out what groups are happening when and where.

You can contact Best Start Family Hubs by

Ringing 0800 0345 340

Emailing infofis@barnsley.gov.uk

Message on Facebook on the Barnsley Family Hubs Facebook Page

Download the FREE EasyPeasy App.

Search in the App Store or Google Play.

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Tips to make home learning and school readiness a little bit easier.

• Fun and free activities and games to try at home
• Make connections with other parents 
• Share your top parenting tips