Top tips for moving to high school
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Top tips for moving to high school

The first day of term always seems a little scary, right? Whilst you may be used to the butterflies, you’ve now got a whole zoo in your tummy just at the mention of those two words…high school! Don’t worry, we’ve got you! High school is exciting! There are so many opportunities and new experiences just waiting for you. We’ve got some top tips to help you on your way. What you waiting for?

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Nail that timetable!

How about printing three timetables? Why three? That’s simple! One for your bag, one for your pocket and one for at home. You’ll never pack the wrong books or forget your homework again!

If you don't have a printer at home, you could take a picture of your timetable so it's always easy to find on your phone.  Or why not download a free timetable or personalise your phone's calendar. Remember to ask an adult before you download something new if you are under 13.

BONUS TIP: Print a small timetable for your pocket. It’s quick and easy, not forgetting less stressful than rooting around in your bag for your planner!

Get a sturdy bag

Whilst that tiny bum bag or satchel looks really cute, sadly your books and pencils won't fit! Buy a big enough bag and a strong enough bag for all your daily essentials and avoid that classic bag snap – that’s the last thing you need!

BONUS TIP: Carry a spare shoelace just in case your bag strap snaps. A simple D.I.Y hack will get you through till the end of the school day.

The panic £s!

Whether you’ve forgotten your lunch or your change for the bus, carrying a few panic pounds with you will make sure you’re never caught out! 

BONUS TIP: If your school has a top-up card system for lunches, make sure you top up your card for the week. 

Get your own water bottle

Hydration is key! Stay hydrated and stay focused in class and take in your own water bottle.

BONUS TIP: You can personalise your water bottle - write your name or initials on it. At least that’s one less thing to worry about!

Do that 'To Do' list

You can use your phone's notes feature to make lists that let you tick off or cross out actions once you've finished them. So satisfying once you've completed something! 

BONUS TIP: If you often forget what needs to go your 'To Do' list, why not use your phone's voice memo or recording feature to make a quick note to yourself, and then write it up later. Sorted!

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  • Comment posted by buublequeen, at 18:21 5 Mar 2021

    im going back to school soon1 And this September im going high school!

  • Comment posted by PuppySuperStar, at 12:23 16 Oct 2020

    I started in year 3 2 months ago it was really scary but I got threw it if I did it you can do it

  • Comment posted by Ahmed, at 18:44 6 Sep 2020

    Hey that is some great tips I must say

  • Comment posted by Alexa, at 09:33 3 Sep 2020

    Im starting my new high school next Tuesday and ive been feeling rlly nervous but this has helped a lot thank you!

  • Comment posted by CheesePopcorn, at 09:14 2 Sep 2020

    Really helpful. Another tip is to try not to be shy, because that helps to make friends. I'm starting on Thursday :)

    • Reply posted by Hi123, at 18:41 2 Sep 2020

      Hi123 replied:
      same, good luck! 🤞

  • Comment posted by TurquoiseHedgehog, at 16:20 1 Sep 2020

    Another tip:

    Unpack and re- pack your school bag daily or weekly if time allows. This way, you won't end up with random bits of paper at the bottom of your bag. Also, make the most of your bag's different compartments!

    • Reply posted by Alexa, at 09:34 3 Sep 2020

      Alexa replied:
      Thanks for the idea!!

  • Comment posted by Pearl, at 11:47 1 Sep 2020

    Thanks!

  • Comment posted by Catra, at 19:28 31 Aug 2020

    I started year 7 in 2019 really scared and quite timid but after 2 or 3 days you really start to enjoy it what I found useful was to bring a folder in for all your homework the stick it to the side of your locker with a magnet. Though this year will be a little different go out and smash it! Because everyone feels the same as you go out and make friends that you will keep long after GCSEs results don't just stay with your primary friends they may be great but it is better to have more friends because in a couple years time they might have changed a little and may not be the friend you knew in year 7.
    So go out and smash it!💥🏫

    Force Captain Catra 😺

    • Reply posted by Alexa, at 09:35 3 Sep 2020

      Alexa replied:
      Tysm this is soooo helpfull

  • Comment posted by cece, at 07:54 30 Aug 2020

    I have had about a million exploding yogurts for the last seven years of primary school I am definitely bringing a wipe!!!😂🤣

  • Comment posted by Lydia, at 15:11 29 Aug 2020

    thank you iam not worried anymore

  • Comment posted by neonfox0321, at 12:10 29 Aug 2020

    these tips are really good

  • Comment posted by MagicLaughingOrangutan, at 18:49 27 Aug 2020

    Thanks, this is really helpful as I will be going to a new school in September and am quite nervous, but also excited - Nervcited, lol!

  • Comment posted by Oscar03986, at 17:34 27 Aug 2020

    I am going tho be in yr 3 on the 3,d of September 😢😢😔

    • Reply posted by User0513420201, at 07:31 30 Aug 2020

      User0513420201 replied:
      Why be sad?

  • Comment posted by Izzy, at 12:51 27 Aug 2020

    Thanks
    I'm starting year 7 on the 2nd of September so I'm excited
    Something I've been doing which is quite helpful is doing a little bit of school work from lockdown that was left over as it kept me busy and I have had less time to get nervous

  • Comment posted by nusayba0, at 08:20 27 Aug 2020

    I’m going to year 7 on Thursday 3rd September and my school have two days for year 7 only. Its kinda hard as all my friends are going to the same school and I’m going somewhere else.

    • Reply posted by nandu, at 13:53 27 Aug 2020

      nandu replied:
      I’m starting year 6 on that day and I can’t believe from today there’s only a week until I’m going back to school..
      Good Luck..😊🥰👍

  • Comment posted by Tigressreader, at 18:31 26 Aug 2020

    Hi! I am In High school now! I started on the 11th of August and it is great. S1 (Im in Scotland, S1 is year seven and so on) is great, I have so many new friends, no enimies yet, ant life is good!!

    • Reply posted by dots5678, at 19:42 26 Aug 2020

      dots5678 replied:
      cool

  • Comment posted by D1679444638923, at 18:30 26 Aug 2020

    Another timetable tip:take a photo of ur timetable make it ur wallpaper on your phone 📱 😜

  • Comment posted by Catsarethebest3, at 16:53 26 Aug 2020

    Great tips! I am going into a Year 6 and am head girl!

    • Reply posted by D1679444638923, at 18:37 26 Aug 2020

      D1679444638923 replied:
      Cool our school didn’t have head girl/head boy

  • Comment posted by AutisticAndProud, at 16:03 26 Aug 2020

    Good luck for the people going to year 7 this year!

  • Comment posted by Pink Gorilla, at 15:33 26 Aug 2020

    I’m going to secondary school 🏫

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