Worried about son starting reception

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Hi everyone my son is 4 and due to start reception in September I am
So worried and anxious about him starting. He is a very sociable and bright child he has lots of friends however I am concerned he won't be able to concentrate and do as the teacher tells him for
Example get up off his chair and do his own thing ! I took him for a stay and play with all
The other kids remaining in a circle listening to the teacher my child was one the looking at all the toys and taking in the new surroundings rather than paying attention. I am looking for some reassurance from any other parents who may have experienced similar problems !

Everyone worries but there usually is no need. Schools are used to dealing with hundreds of personalities. Reception isn't too structured, the majority is learning through play. It'll take some time for him to learn the new routine and everything else but he won't get "in trouble". What you describe is totally normal but it's honestly so much harder for you than him. He'll have all these new toys and play areas and he'll start copying what other children do so he will start sitting down and listening, but it's not expected straight away x

Mine really played up at the school stay and play sessions it was so bad the teacher had a quiet word with me. One year later he is doing fine I needn't have worried.