We know the school run can be extremely stressful, with reluctant kids, missing uniform and the inevitable traffic jams. As the new school year creeps ever closer, it’s time to make a change to your hectic routine. Below we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 back to school tips to make your life a little less stressful this academic year.
Tip 1 – Prepare at night
One of the best back to school tips is to get as much as possible prepared the night before. This means getting packed lunches ready, uniforms laid out and bags by the door before you go to bed. You can even get breakfast ready in advance. Overnight porridge is an easy, tasty and healthy breakfast that’ll keep your family on the move until lunchtime. Remember, the more you do at night, the less there is to do in the morning!
Tip 2 – Update your calendar
Another great back to school tip is to keep the calendar as up-to-date as you can and check it daily. This way you’ll know if there’s any after school clubs or play dates you might have forgotten about. A calendar will do wonders for the whole family’s organisation and you can also get the kids to fill in sections themselves.
Tip 3 – Keep your cool
We understand the stresses of the school run, but despite the traffic and lack of parking spaces the best policy is to remain calm. If you’re stressed out, things are likely to be more difficult and take even longer.
Tip 4 – Get into a routine
We all know humans are creatures of habit, so a family routine will make everything easier. Everyone will know what they’re meant to be doing early in the morning without any fuss and you’ll save yourself from chasing after everybody. Having a routine allows you to use your time more effectively, spend less time planning and adds some structure to your life.
Tip 5 – Install Travall accessories
The last of our back to school tips is to install Travall accessories to add a layer of protection for your vehicle and its occupants. A Travall Guard provides a barrier between vehicle occupants and the items stored in the boot. Unlike universal guards, the Travall Guard is designed specifically for your vehicle, so you’re guaranteed a perfect, rattle-free fit. Additionally, the Travall Divider separates the boot space into more usable space. It’s great for separating your grocery shopping from muddy rugby kit for example and helps to keep all of the kid’s bags in place. Or why not add Travall Mats, so spills from after school treats are easily cleaned away?
So there are our 5 back to school tips that are sure to make a big difference to your school run. Why not use some of these tips to make this school year the best one yet?
