A calm, supportive, and neurodiversity-inclusive workbook designed to help children feel more confident and emotionally prepared for starting school.

This printable transition workbook gently supports children in exploring:

feelings about starting school
school routines
emotional regulation
asking for help
safe adults
sensory needs
calming strategies
confidence and belonging

Created with a regulation-first approach, this resource is especially supportive for children who may feel anxious, overwhelmed, uncertain, or emotionally dysregulated around school transitions.

Ideal for:

Reception transition
Early Years transition support
Autism support
ADHD support
SEN support
emotionally based school anxiety
wellbeing and pastoral support
What’s Included

The workbook includes activities and reflection pages covering:

My First Day at School
My School Journey
School Day Routine
People Who Help at School
Feelings About School
Asking for Help
Emotional Regulation Activities
Calm Strategies
Body Battery Check-In
Safe Adults
Confidence & Reflection Pages
Features
Child-friendly visuals
Positive and reassuring language
Emotionally supportive approach
Regulation and wellbeing focused
Neurodiversity inclusive
Printable PDF workbook
Ready to print and use
Perfect For
Teachers
SENCOs
Teaching Assistants
Early Years Practitioners
Pastoral Teams
Parents and carers

This resource can be used before school starts, during transition sessions, or as ongoing emotional support during the first weeks of school.