The transition to high school marks a significant milestone in a child's educational journey. This period brings new opportunities, challenges, and experiences that can shape their academic and personal growth. As a parent and clinician, your support and guidance are crucial in helping them navigate this transition smoothly and confidently. This resource is designed to equip you with practical tips, strategies, and insights to support children during this exciting yet sometimes overwhelming phase. From understanding the new academic expectations to fostering social connections and managing the emotional ups and downs, this resource aims to provide you with the tools you need to be an effective and supportive caregiver/clinician in a child's high school experience.
 
In this guide, you will find information on:
 
Choosing the right school for your child and what questions to ask to ensure you are able to make an informed decision
What documents you may need to provide the school with
Transition days
Applying for funding
Creating and implementing IEP’s
Creating and implementing routines for the family
Navigating peer conflict and bullying
Navigating homework and academic difficulties
Navigating extracurricular activities
Masking and post-school meltdowns
Inclusive strategies and how to support schools in ensuring they utilise these strategies
The role clinicians play in the transition to school
A free copy of the High School Emergency Cards 
And MORE
 
This guide ends with a parent checklist, as well as a checklist for allied health therapists.
 
Parents - you can use this checklist to ensure that you feel prepared in both choosing your child's school, advocating for your child at the chosen school, and setting them up for the smoothest transition possible
 
Therapists - you can use this checklist to ensure that you can support your clients and their families for a smooth transition, and that you have completed any paperwork/updated any reports necessary to assist them with this transition.