Do's Do involve your child closely in the process of deciding which school they will attend.
Do listen to their concerns and take opportunities to talk with them about "next year."
Do support you child in making new friends and retaining old ones. This is especially important during their first term in a new school.
Do communicate any concerns that arise with the teachers of your child as the year progresses.
Do obtain precise information on your child's class identification, homeroom teacher and year supervisor.
Do use the Internet to visit the Education Review Office website (www.ero.govt.nz) to find out about secondary schools in your area.