09/03/2026
Should you tell your child’s new teacher that they struggled last year?
It is a question many parents ask themselves.
You may worry that your child will be labelled. You may not want their new teacher to expect problems before the school year even begins. Or perhaps you simply want your child to have a fresh start.
But a fresh start does not have to mean starting from scratch.
Instead of sharing everything that went wrong last year, consider giving the teacher information that can help them understand and support your child:
• What helps your child learn
• What can make learning more difficult
• What the teacher might notice when your child is struggling
• What strategies have worked well in the past
And don’t forget to share your child’s strengths, interests, and successes.
One more question may be especially helpful to ask your child before school begins:
“What do you wish your new teacher understood about you?”
Their answer may give you an important starting point for the conversation.
Our latest blog explores what parents can share with a new teacher to help their child succeed—without defining them by last year’s difficulties.
Read the full article on our website: https://rmpsychservices.com/your-child-had-a-hard-year-at-school-should-you-tell-their-new-teacher/
