Parent Resources
Lists, Schedules and Organisers
Routines and visual schedules can make a big difference to how smoothly things run at home. They benefit all children, but are especially helpful to those who struggle with organisation skills or executive functioning. These tools provide structure and reduce the mental load of remembering what to do and when.
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They're designed to support children as they build independence and learn to take on the responsibility of being ready, packed, and on time. At first, you may need to remind your child to check their schedule. There may be some trial and error as you get started, but once the habit is established, things tend to run more smoothly (and require less prompting from you).​
It's often best to start with just one chart. The individual or family schedules are a good place to begin; they're simple to use and offer a quick win. From there, you can add other tools depending on where your family needs the most support. Some families find morning the trickiest, for others it's the after-school or bedtime transition.
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Most templates are available in four colour themes to suit your child and your home; olive green, navy blue, brown, and bright colours. The documents are made to be as flexible and user-friendly as possible. Most are in Microsoft Word format so you can easily adjust fonts, resize text, and add extra lines.
