School Transition Support: Building Confidence for Change
Starting a new school or moving to the next stage of education can be exciting but also overwhelming.
We provide tailored support to help children and adolescents navigate school transitions with confidence.
Our neurodiverse-affirming, strengths-based approach ensures that students feel prepared, supported, and engaged in their new environment.
How We Support You
Our occupational therapists assist with:
- School Readiness & Adjustment: Helping students adapt to new environments, routines, and expectations.
- Social & Communication Skills: Supporting peer interactions and classroom participation.
- Emotional Regulation Strategies: Developing coping skills to manage anxiety and change.
- Executive Functioning Support: Enhancing organisation, planning, and time management.
- Sensory Processing Accommodations: Identifying and addressing sensory sensitivities in school settings.
Who Can Benefit?
School transition support is ideal for:
- Children entering kindergarten, primary, or high school needing guidance in adapting to new settings.
- Children and teens with mental health issues which may impact their schooling experience
- Neurodivergent students (e.g., autism, ADHD) who benefit from structured support.
- Teens moving into high school or post-secondary education requiring additional planning and social strategies.
- Students experiencing anxiety or difficulty with change needing reassurance and tailored strategies.
- Parents & educators seeking collaborative support for a smoother transition.
What to Expect
We begin with an individualised assessment to identify the student’s strengths, challenges, and transition goals. Therapy may include:
- Structured plans for managing change and reducing anxiety.
- Social coaching for peer interactions and classroom confidence.
- Sensory and environmental adjustments to support comfort and focus.
- Collaboration with families and schools to ensure a seamless transition.
We empower students to embrace change, develop confidence, and thrive in their new school environment with the right strategies and support in place.
