Back to School Pupil Leaflet – Item 732

This printable Back to School Pupil leaflet is specially designed for children aged 7 to 11, offering guidance on reflecting on the holidays and preparing for the new school year. It aims to reassure children that it’s normal to feel a mix of excitement and nerves, and that every new beginning is an opportunity for growth.

Returning to school after the holidays can feel overwhelming for some children. This resource supports them in recognising and managing their feelings, celebrating their strengths, and approaching the year ahead with confidence.

What’s Inside the Back to School Pupil leaflet

• Explanations about new beginnings and the emotions children may feel
• Space to reflect on holiday memories and experiences
• Gentle prompts for recognising personal strengths and coping strategies
• Reflection questions to encourage self-awareness and growth
• Encouragement to approach school with curiosity, resilience, and hope

Perfect for:

• PSHE lessons
• ELSA and wellbeing interventions
• School counselling
• Nurture groups
• Home conversations
• SEN support

Helping children understand:

• It’s normal to have mixed feelings about returning to school.
• Your memories and experiences are valuable.
• You have the skills and strengths to face new challenges.

Design details of the Back to School: New Beginnings pupil leaflet:

• A4 printable trifold
• Black-and-white design to reduce visual overwhelm and allow for illustration space

Important information:

This Back to School: New Beginnings pupil leaflet is designed to be used alongside supportive discussion, either in school or at home. It should not simply be handed to children without guidance. This works best as a tool to reflect on feelings, strengths, and goals with adult support.

It is your responsibility to decide whether the information in this leaflet will be helpful to your pupils. Under our terms and conditions, these leaflets are for printing and use during sessions and therefore should not be uploaded directly onto school websites.