Parent online course
Transitions & Starting School
Understand why transitions and new environments can feel so difficult for some children and learn practical ways to prepare, scaffold and support change.
What you'll learn
- Understand why transitions can be difficult for some children.
- Prepare children for change using practical, individualised strategies.
- Support school readiness without focusing only on academic skills.
- Work collaboratively with educators during major transitions.
- Build predictable routines that reduce anxiety and increase confidence.
Who this is for
- Parents of children starting school, kindy or childcare
- Families experiencing difficulty with daily transitions
- Parents of neurodivergent children
- Carers supporting children with separation anxiety
What to expect
Short, practical video lessons
Transition planning templates and visual supports
Ideas for home, school and early learning settings
A calm, strengths-based approach
Course outline
5 modules with short video lessons, articles, reflection activities and downloadable resources.
- 1
Why transitions are hard
Understanding the brain and skill demands of change.
2 lessons
- 2
Preparing for change
Strategies before a transition happens.
2 lessons
- 3
During the transition
Supporting a child in the moment.
2 lessons
- 4
Starting school with confidence
A whole-family approach to a major milestone.
2 lessons
- 5
Your family's transition plan
Creating a practical, individualised plan.
1 lesson
Frequently asked questions
- Is this course only for school transition?
- No. While starting school is a focus, the strategies apply to any transition, including daily routines, childcare, moving house or family changes.
Ready to start learning?
Work through the course at your own pace and return to the lessons whenever you need a refresher.