Readers share top tips for Year 7s starting secondary school in the Black Country
Advice for Year 7s starting secondary school in the Black Country from our readers
Express & Star readers have shared their advice for Year 7 pupils starting secondary school, including tips on homework, making friends and choosing the right school.
For many, the first day of a new school is something that’s deeply etched and hard to forget. It can be nerve-wrecking getting to grips with a whole new routine, wearing a new school uniform and seeing plenty of new faces.
There’s lots of advice floating about such as, make sure that you’re keeping track of your homework and to always ask questions when stuck.
As many parents breathe a sigh of relief that the kids are back to new routine, for many eleven year olds, joining a new school can be overwhelming.
Therefore, we thought we’d ask our readers on any advice they’d wish to share with the next cohort of Year 7s starting school.
On our Facebook page, we asked our readers: ‘Do you have any advice for Year 7s starting secondary school in the Black Country?’
Some readers got in touch and advised the students to work hard and make new friends.
Phillip Harrison said “Don't be late, work hard, show respect to your teachers and make new friends.”
While, Harjinder Heer has advised to get involved with exercise, he shared: “Invest in running trainers and go jogging.”
Meanwhile, Angel Designleo thought choosing the right school was an important place to start.
Angel said: “Pick the right school for your child’s needs. Search Ofsted reports, ask parents with kids already there.”
If you have any advice for Year 7s starting school - comment down below!
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