Back to School Guide Canva

Back to School Guide Canva

This resource is designed to help childcare centers and preschools create a comprehensive and professional back-to-school packet for families. It includes all the essential materials you need to welcome new students and provide families with important information for a smooth start to the school year.

What’s Included in This Template:

Editable Pages: Customizable designs for a welcome letter, program overview, supply list, school calendar, and more.

Pre-Filled Text Suggestions: Ready-to-use content tailored for Toddler, 2-3-Year-Old, and Preschool classrooms, saving you time while allowing for personalization.

Engaging Visuals: Child-friendly graphics and layouts to make the packet approachable and fun for families.

How to Use This Template:

Customize the Content: Update the text to reflect your specific classroom, program details, and policies. Add your childcare center’s name, logo, and contact information where indicated.

Adjust the Design: Use Canva’s drag-and-drop features to tweak colors, fonts, or images to align with your center’s branding.

Download and Print: Once customized, download your packet as a PDF for digital distribution or print it for a physical handout.

Reuse and Update: The template is fully editable, so you can make changes year after year as needed.

Editable Resources Included:

1. Welcome Letter (One for each age group)

• Personal greeting from the teacher(s) introducing themselves and their teaching philosophy.
• A brief overview of what the child and family can expect during the school year.
• Encouragement for parents to participate in classroom activities.

2. Program Overview

• A typical daily schedule, including activity transitions, nap/rest time, and outdoor play.
• Goals for the year (e.g., social-emotional development, introduction to letters/numbers, fine/gross motor skills).
• Highlight special events like field trips, parent-teacher conferences, or family days.

4. First Day of School Checklist

• Clear instructions on what to bring:

o    Backpack, change of clothes, comfort items (if allowed), and seasonal gear (e.g., sunscreen, winter boots).

5. Getting to Know Your Teacher

• Photos and bios of teachers, making it easier for families to get to know the team.

6. All About Me Form

• A fun questionnaire for parents to fill out about their child, including:

o    Favorite activities, foods, and toys.

o    Preferred calming strategies.

o    Cultural or family traditions to incorporate in the classroom.

7. School Calendar

• Important dates (holidays, breaks, special events).

8. First Day Tips Parent Handout

• Guidance for a smooth transition, such as practicing goodbye routines or establishing a consistent morning routine.

9. Developmental Milestones (One for each age group)

• General benchmarks to help parents understand what skills their child will focus on.

10. Program Learning Goals Parent Handout (One for each age group)

• General benchmarks to help parents understand what skills their child will focus on.

11. Student Name Tag Templates

• A name tag for the first day.