Best start in LifeHelping your child feel ready for school is a team effort — everything you do at home, alongside the care and learning they receive in childcare and early years education play a big part. From chatting and reading together to encouraging independent skills like dressing or tidying up, all the little things you do each day help your child grow in confidence and curiosity. These simple moments build the foundation they need for starting Reception. Last updated: 16 December, 2025
