At Orchidale, we know that the transition to primary school is a huge milestone—not just for the children, but for you as parents, too. We pride ourselves on making sure this move is as smooth and positive as possible. For us, that process kicks into gear well before the moment those school placements land on offer day.

As our children prepare to leave Orchidale , we focus on a holistic approach to school readiness. Here are the 10 milestones we recommend focusing on to help your child bloom: Managing Outwear 🧥 Teach your child the "flip trick" for their coat or how to tuck in their shirt. Being able to dress themselves after PE is a major milestone that teachers truly appreciate! Toileting Confidence 🚽 Full independence in the bathroom is essential. This includes being able to manage butt

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