Ready for School
Ready for School
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By Big Moments
A story to help kids feel confident and calm as they navigate beginning school
Starting school is a huge step, and this story gently guides children through it with warmth, care, and practical support. Developed alongside child development experts, Ready for School gives tamariki and their whānau tools to navigate this transition with confidence.
The story reflects common school-day challenges and weaves in strategies that can help children feel safe, settled, and excited about what’s ahead.
How this resource supports our tamariki:
Read this book together before school starts, then revisit it during the first few weeks as new routines settle in. Use the story as a way to talk about any worries your child has, and help them practice the strategies modelled by the characters. A perfect way to strengthen your connection while preparing for this big milestone.
Frequently asked questions
How long will it take for my order to arrive?
Due to courier services (at times) being unreliable, we have overestimated delivery timeframes to do our best to ensure your expectations are met.
- Canterbury: 2-4 working days
- South Island: 2-5 working days
- North Island 4-6 working days
Can I return items from my order?
Absolutely!
If for any reason you aren’t happy with your order then please email kiaora@whanaucompass.org.nz, letting us know you’d like to return an item, we will then provide you with a return address for that order and will provide you with a full refund for the item (not including the shipping cost).
We are happy to exchange or refund your items within 30 days of your purchase, provided they can be returned to us in their original packaging and "as new" condition.
The item I want is out of stock. When will it be back?
When an item sells out we aim to get it back in stock as soon as possible. If you'd like us to let you know once it's back, send us an email to kiaora@whanaucompass.org.nz