Skills for starting school - advice for parents

Tips and activities to support the skills your child needs to start school - from potty training to language learning.

How to help a ‘shy child’ feel confident about school

Clinical Psychologist Dr. Martha gives her advice on how to support your 'shy' child.
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Using the toilet independently

Healthy routines

School-ready social clips

Can Bluey help with skills for school?

Discover how Bluey’s playful adventures can support your child as they get ready for school.
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Listening and engaging

Starting school with Hey Duggee

Potty training with help from your CBeebies favourites

Best Start in Life: Preparing for school

Boost your child's independence with everyday activities. Find practical tips for preparing for school and building confidence at every stage.

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Tips to boost language skills

Nurture their independence

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Being with others, sharing and taking turns

CBeebies Learn app

CBeebies Learn is a free learning app from CBeebies that puts the fun into learning! All the activities are based on the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, so your child can have fun with CBeebies and learn at the same time!
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Physical development

Learning about numbers

Feelings and emotions

Playing, creativity and curiosity

Step inside the classroom and share tips and advice from kids

Watch CBeebies shows about school on BBC iPlayer 🍏

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