Apr 01, 2026
Encouraging independence helps children develop confidence and resilience as they prepare for school.
Helping Children Feel Ready for Their Next Step
As children grow, they begin to take more responsibility for small tasks and decisions.
Through The Brighter Learning Approach, we encourage children to build independence by exploring, making choices and taking part in everyday routines.
The Independence section on our Next Stop School tracker celebrates these moments of growing confidence.
Offer small responsibilities
Children enjoy helping with tasks like tidying toys or carrying their bag.
Provide choices
Offering simple choices helps children feel involved in decision making.
Encourage problem solving
Allow children to try solving small challenges themselves before stepping in.
These experiences help children develop confidence and resilience as they prepare for school.
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