Helly Douglas is a UK writer and teacher, specialising in parenting, children, and education. She loves making the complex seem simple with blogs, web content and curriculum content that will engage and convert. You can check out Helly at hellydouglas.com or connect with her on LinkedIn. When she’s not writing, you will find her in a classroom, being a mum or battling against the wilderness of her garden - the garden is winning.
Before you know it, your little baby is all grown up and ready to start school.
Parents often worry about what their child should know before that first term begins.
Just what should your child be able to do by themselves?
Here are five simple skills you can work on before your child starts school.
