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Back to School

 
 

Our Back to School in NZ section covers supplies, stationery, art, clothing, bags, routines, etc to help you to help your child get ready to go back to school.

The Kiwi Families Team hopes you enjoy a smooth Back to School transition. 

After School Activities

Diane Levy shares her views on how to keep after-school activities manageable
 

Back to School Anxiety

Tips to reduce the back-to-school stress for parents and children

Checklist for School

Work through our handy checklist and make sure you have everything ready for school
 

Head Lice

So you've all been lice free all summer?  Tips on how to keep it that way
 

Healthy Breakfasts

Ideas for healthy breakfasts - to help maximise your child's learning at school
 

Labelling

How to avoid losing costly gear and stay out of the lost property room
 

Lunch Boxes

Which lunch box should you buy? Which ones last longest and are best for food safety
 

Rituals and Routines

Lots of tips for getting your child back into school and homework routines
 

School Bags

Which school bags are best?  What are the implications for young, developing spines?
 

School Clothes

Which clothes do you need to buy? Uniform? Mufti? Likely cost? How can you save money?

School Lunches

Not more pack lunches! Ideas for filling those lunch boxes five times a week
 

School-Ready?

Has your child had their B4 School Check ? Is your child ready for their first day at primary school? Check that they're well prepared.

School Shoes

Which shoes are best for school? What should you watch for with growing feet?

School Sores

Your children are healthy, sun-kissed and sore free....can you avoid more school sores?
 

School Stationery

What stationery and art supplies does your child need, where do you get it, and how do you keep the cost down?
 

Sun Safety at School

Term One is the hottest of the year - how to keep your child safe from sun damage
 

Togs & Swim Bags

What does your child need for school?  Which togs give the best UV protection and durability?

Transport to School

What are your options? How do you balance time, costs, health issues and safety?
 

Warts

Warts are common with school children. Find out the types, causes, symptoms and treatment for warts.