My 4 year old child now cries when going to school

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My 4 year old has just started reception. This week was her first full week. She started crying on Thursday and then again today. I know she's shattered because she's not used to it but I don't want her to hate school because she's always loved it

is she crying when going into school? if she is, maybe you could get her to walk in with a friend? it might make her a bit happier about going in with someone else

Did she go to nursery at the school and has just moved up or is the school completely new to her?

She's been in nursery since she was two but this is a new school and first time all day.

I doubt it's really about school then it's probably just that she's a bit overwhelmed with the newness of everything. They're also usually knackered when they first start even if they have been used to doing full days in a private nursery setting. There's not a lot of chill time at school like there is at nursery. She won't hate it she's just getting used to it and I bet if you talk to some of the other parents there are other dc who've reacted the same way. If you're still worried when she's done another few days have a word with the teacher and they should be able to reassure you that she's fine when she's there.

My dd went through this in reception - she's now in Yr 1 and thriving. No issues at all and happy to go to school. Her's went full blown to the point both of us were in tears as she just did not want to go. Formed an unhealthy attachment to another child (comfort blanket) and had to involve parent/student support. Then one day it just stopped. And she's been great since. Her attachment is still her best friend but by no means the nightmare it was and all is good. I never did get to the bottom of it but it will get easier.