My DD starts next week.. I bought her uniform this morning.. I was in tears doing that, so heaven knows what I will be like next Thursday..
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My DD starts next week.. I bought her uniform this morning.. I was in tears doing that, so heaven knows what I will be like next Thursday..
Jaycee - I'm not a cryer at school start time (I have a bit of a skip in my step as I leave LOL ;) ) but you most certainly are not alone. There are a lot of dark sunglasses worn those first couple of days. I think I'll feel it more when I send off my 3rd, as that will be the end of my preschool days altogether. I'm quite nostalgic and have a lot of "nawwww... they're growing up :( " moments, but we enjoy each new stage. The kids have been excited to start school, and we are excited with them.
Coming into this thread late, but my DS2 is starting school Thursday of next week. I'm going to miss him SO much! He is super-excited though, I'm so happy for him :D.
DD is going to miss him, they are little besties and I feel sad that they won't play together all day anymore. I am looking forward to having two in school though, hopefully it makes running a business from home a little easier! At least I won't have to break up sibling fights while on the phone with customers :lol:.
Trish I was just thinking how much DS is going to miss his big sister when she's at school. They also play together all day, every day. His little heart is going to be broken I think :crying:
I'll probably be wearing sunglasses on DD's first day lol! She starts next Thursday too and is super-excited. She's wearing her school shoes today to break them in a little and she keeps telling me how much she loves them lol!
I must be the odd one out, because I am really excited for DD to be starting school. She is going to absolutely love it. I remember when I started school and thinking it was the best thing ever! I really loved school, and I think she will be the same. My boys will miss her, and of course, I will miss her too, but only because I am so used to seeing and being with her 24/7. But it will be nice, in our house, for my two boys to have time alone to bond together, and particularly for DS1 to be the 'boss' for a little while, because he takes so many cues from DD and she is the boss when she's home!
Nope, 3lm ... not the odd one out. I'm really excited for DS1 and while I think I may have a pang of "my little boy's all grown up" come Wednesday, on the whole I think he is at a stage where he really needs the challenge of school. Plus I have a 3yo and a nearly 5mo ... so there's never a dull moment at home for me to sit and get teary thinking about DS1 being a preppie ;)
As many of you with other children feel, I think DS2 is really going to miss his big brother. They often fight and carry on (like many siblings close in age, I guess) but equally they play together really well. DS2 is nearly as big as DS1 and thinks he can do whatever big brother does. I'm pegging DS2 is going to think he can go to school too ....
I don't think I'll cry, DD1 is soooo looking forward to going & she is only doing a half day so it will be almost the same as sending her to Kinder for the day.
I can't believe how quickly the time goes, feels like she is still my little baby but it's such a joy to watch her grow into this beautiful, smart, strong willed & stubborn little lady.
Another that is excited. I think I'd be a bit more in the other camp if DS hadn't have been doing pre-prep at the school last year! I was a mess his first day of pre-prep :(
Have now got everything except a couple more shirts which I'll grab on the first day :)
How are the first day's shaping up?
DS1 started today. He appeared to be very cruisey about starting school. But I think he had a few butterflies - he was quieter than normal. Once he was in his uniforrm, I must admit I had a little lump in my throat but ultimately there were no tears from either of us as we said "bye". He says he's looking forward to going back, so that's great. His teacher is wonderful - she seems very nurturing, gentle and all round nice.
All happy in this household :)
DD started today, she couldn't wait and was so very excited. There were no tears from any of the children, I'm not sure how I'm feeling, excited but sad at the same time, my last baby has started school.
Regards,
Dianne
We had our best start interview today & DD1 starts Monday.
She can't wait!
DS1 started on Tuesday, he was so excited and is loving it so far, apart from a small incident yesterday where he was sent out of the classroom for throwig a little tanty. Yes, my son was sent out on the second day of school! So not impressed.
We had a big talk last night about acceptable behaviour and the fact that if he gets in to trouble at school he will also be punished at home. Hopefully today is a better day.
I had a cry when I was getting his uniform ready the night before his first day, but no tears at drop off, I was proud of myself!
That sounds like something my daughter would/will do.
Did you ladies arrive early to find a parking spot & make sure they were ok etc... or did you arrive a few mins before class started?
We got there about 10 minutes before the bell, got him settled in to class, spoke with the teacher etc. I stayed for another 10 mins after the bell as well, most of the parents did the same :)
We were given times according to which kinder they came from as there is a big intake so we were told 9.30 but we got the around 9.15 to take photos and not rush dd, we got her settled which didn't take long and left.
DS2 had his first day today and he really enjoyed it :). He was so surprised and excited when I told him he gets to go back tomorrow lol! I wonder what he thought would happen?
His start was at 9:05am. DH took the morning off to come along which was awesome. We dropped DS1 into his new Grade 3 classroom first (8:50am start), caught up with some parents and then realised we only had minutes to spare to take DS2 on time - whoops! They took our photo (DD got to be in it too) and he settled into drawing and pasting because he'd promised me he'd make me a present on his first day - nawww...
He is pretty tired now. I remember when DS1 had his first day of school, he came home full of beans, jumping on the trampoline, riding his bike, etc. It was just a normal day for him hahaha! He does have ADHD so I guess it makes sense in hindsight lol!
Great to hear everyone's going well so far!
DD had a great first day, she got lost at recess lol but overall is loving school and can't wait for tomorrow.
Regards,
Dianne
DD had a great first day on Wednesday. She played hide and seek with 2 other little girls and their buddies, went to the i-centre and wrote her name on the computer and made a fish hat. Presumably other stuff, but that's all we've heard.
We are walking distance, so just headed over at 9:30 which was her allocated time and she went straight in - I actually had to call her back for a cuddle!
She had her Best Start assessment this morning - 'bright, happy and confident, she will do well' is what her teacher said. So all good. Looking forward to next week when she can really get into it and meet some more of the kiddies.
So good to hear about all the Poppets settling in! DD started on Wednesday and is loving it! Was upset today because she wants to go to school tomorrow hahah!!!!! Made a few little friends and learned about the letter S so far. Cute cute and the most important thing is she is happy and the school and parents are gorgeous! Was worried as we are newcomers to a small town with somewhat transient numbers so wasnt sure if people would be friendly!!!!
Ok, DD1 starts tomorrow. She had her best start on friday and was a little let down to find out she wasnt staying for the whole day. So needless to say she is excited. I am too for her. A little bummed (ok so a bit more than a little) that she got the one teacher that we didnt want her to have, but I am trying hard to keep the positives going and am saying nothing around DD1 about our thoughts on her teacher.
Im not so sure if Im going to be a crier. I think they will be happy tears if there are any though. We went shopping today for her recess and lunch supplies. She thought that was pretty special in itself let alone anything else.
DD1 has a fairy door in her room so the fairies can come in and visit her at night. Sometimes they give each other gifts, and she draws them pictures and writes letters to them. Well tonight the fairies are leaving her some coloured pencils and some fairy erasers to wish her luck tomorrow. Im pretty sure that will help her get through the day though.
Ive been reading along, so happy that all the kiddies are settling in well and enjoying their schooling experience. Its helping my confidence grow when it comes to this next great big step. xo
My youngest is due to start tomorrow and I'm having a real crisis of identity.
If I'm a sahm, but there are no little ones at home I become... what? A housekeeper?
I'm already domestically challenged, and now the biggest perk - having my babies with me, knowing them better than anyone... It feels like its all going to be gone.
I know it sounds ridiculous and dramatic, but I'm not so good when I don't know what to expect, what comes next, and just now I'm a little weepy (although not around Ds).
Dp is a little shocked at my reaction. You'd think he'd know me by now
DD1 starts school tomorrow too! I am quite excited for her but am a little teary that she won't be home with me as much. However, I'll get to spend more time with DD2 and do somethings for myself as I won't have to entertain DD1. DH is taking the day off, which will be a great help to me and I'll feel ok on Tuesday when I have to do it all alone. My mum is also coming in the morning to see DD1 off.
I still class you as a SAHM. You still have to look after the kids even if they are at school for most of the day. Perhaps this is time for yourself now? ((hugs)):
Our turn is finally here as well, DD1 is super excited.
We have all her uniform & shoes all set out. She even told she wanted a cheese & mushroom sandwich tomorrow because that's what big girls eat.
My big baby is growing up way too fast.
Just a question on the best start assessment, did everyone get feed back? We didn't, another mum and child had already entered the room as we were finishing. Also Dd was only there for 25 minutes and a mother lady I know her daughter was here for 40. I over heard the maths part and she answered everything I couldn't hear the other part so not sur show that went. The other person I know who said her daughter took 40 minutes is quiet shy so I am not sure if that had anything to do with it or not. I'm trying not to let my brain run away with 'why' DD was only there for 25 minutes, Daycare have always said she is bright and will have no trouble but I'm just wondering....
I have heard some people who got feedback, but the teacher didnt give me any. DD was in there for about 20-25mins, I wasnt allowed to watch, hear or be near the room. The teacher actually told me to go get coffee and come back. DD got a little certifiacte to say she did well but Im sure all the kiddies got one too. Im sure the daughter who was there for 40mins would have taken longer to complete it if she was shy. I do know that DD complained that the teacher didnt give her enough time to finish writing all our names down, and that made her sad because if she writes mum, she needs to write dad too, same thing with her sister's names. :lol: And she also complained that the teacher didnt let her count as high as she could go, she got told to stop :lol: DD's version of the test was funny. But have no idea how she went. And preschool said similar to what your daycare said about your DD
Bb I was kind of thinking the Same thing, they would get the drift pretty quick that they could do certain things so the yay not need to do more than that. Also I was thinking it may have taking longer due to the shyness for the child I know.
Here's hoping that anyway and that DD didn't massively fail.
I was told (by DH's workmates wife who is a primary school teacher - so not through our school) that we will get some feedback in about 3 weeks as to areas they were strong in and areas that need a bit more help.
Is the assessment an eastern states only thing? I've never heard of it!
Think it might be a NSW thing? My friends there are the only ones who have mentioned it off BB..:
We have it here in Vic, but maybe all schools don't do it.
We have two assessments coming up for numeracy and literacy.
DD had her assessment last week for the above. All the teacher said to me was that she did well and can count on well. Hopefully I'll know a bit more in a few weeks:
DD had her assessment today and did really well, she was tested on reading, writing, counting and maths. The teacher also read a story and then asked questions, in total it went for an hour.
Regards,
Dianne
We had the literacy one today too, Maths will be in a few weeks, dd did really well too.
In Vic it's the Early Years Literacy and Numeracy testing that they do to give them an idea of where kids are placed as far as letter and number recognition, counting etc. (someone who has taught Prep will be able to answer better than a grade 5/6 teacher :rofl: ) Izzy has hers next Wednesday!
Hey ladies my DD gets so upset and clings onto me and cries every morning. She goes to a catholic school so she started full week this week.
It really feels like im the only one with a crying kid and its soo heart breaking.
She told me everyone has best friends and no one wants to play with her.
She does not know anyone in that school.
Any one have the same issue?
Thanks
:-( that is so sad for your DD.
My DD also attends a Catholic School and knows nobody (well a little boy from Kinder but they never played together and still don't).
I asked my DD if she made any friends and if she plays with them at morning tea and lunch to which she replied 'no, I just play on my own' :-(
I am not too worried at the moment for my DD as she did this with kinder last year and made friends eventually plus she is happy to play independently anyway (she was an only child until 3 months ago).
I would talk to the teacher and tell her what your DD has said & ask for strategies to settle your DD in better. Usually for me, I walk DD into the classroom in the morning & she will choose an activity to start with. I stay for a little while then tell her I have to leave, give her a kiss & cuddle and tell her I will be back later in the day to pick her up.
Also, see if she can be paired up with a 'buddy'.
HTH
:hug: to both your DD's
I second everything RCC has said. Chat to the teacher about it and ask them to help get her settled. And Im sure the teacher would be more than willingly to help her settle in better. xo
That is sad but as Rhichichi said I would be speaking to her teacher and maybe she could organise a buddy for her. My DD starts tomorrow and I am so worried about her making friends. We have been talking for some months know about what to do if someone says they don't want to play with her or they don't want to be friends with her or hey tell her they don't like her, I have told her to tell them that is ok and then she is to find some tehr to play with and to not be afraid to keep asking if she can play with people until she finds someone who says yes. I was working on the assumption that there m use be some nice kids in her class. I have also spoken to her about what to do if she sees someone by them selves, she is to go up to them and ask them if they would like to play with her and who ever she is playing with.
Although that is all goo din theory, I guess I'll check back in tomorrow night after her first day and see how she goes. Ahhhhhh I'm so nervous that I have got everything she needs, I hope I haven't forgotten anything.
Thanks ladies. Rhichichi my dd is in the same boat as yours she was an only child until a few
Months too.
I hope she settles soon as she is usually such a bright ans cheeky girl and always loves to chat to strangers (even though ive taught her stranger danger) but ahes soooo different at school:(
Sorry to dampen the moods ladies