Supporting Effective Transitions

Welcoming Children and Their Families Into Your

Classroom With Intention

Start the school year calm, connected, and fully prepared.

Getting ready to welcome in a new class? Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned pro, this checklist is your go-to tool for creating an intentional, child-centred transition process that starts before day one.

This free checklist gives you a clear, practical way to create smooth, supportive transitions that prioritise connection over chaos.

You don’t need rigid scripts or a dozen PDFs - just proactive steps, thoughtful communication, and the confidence to welcome children and families with care and intention.

What You’ll Learn Inside:

  • Information to send to families (without overwhelming them)

  • What to share with children to help them feel safe and seen

  • What information to collect (and why it matters)

  • How to plan for Day One with confidence

  • Extra tips for supporting tricky transitions, including separation distress

Get instant access - download your copy now.

This isn't a to-do list. It's a tool to help you build belonging from the very beginning.

Download it now and step into Term 1 with clarity and calm.

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hi there!

I'm Danica.

(Da-nee-cah)

I'm an early childhood educator, university lecturer/tutor, practicum supervisor and, most importantly, mama to a delightfully curious 6-year-old and squishy delishy 1-year-old.

Successful transitions are critical for young children - especially those first entering a school-based classroom (typically kindergarten/preschool). They're a vital part of the beginning of the school year yet are often an afterthought.

That’s why I’ve created this guide - to help you feel clear, confident, supported and armed with a heap of tools for a purposeful transition process.

I can't wait for you to see what's inside x

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