Read your child a picture book or two about starting school. Keep discussions about school casual and positive. If you think your child may have difficulty separating do not allude to it in front of the child. The more familiar the child is with the new setting and staff, the more comfortable the child will be. Attend the parents' orientation and the children's orientation, to give your child a chance to see how the classroom is set up and to meet new classmates and teachers.
Some researchers feel that parental style is the strongest predictor of child separation distress.
In light of this, please make your departure positive but brief. Nine times out of ten the child is happily involved. If you cannot wait, feel free to call the school during the day to inquire how your child is doing. Make sure you are on-time picking up your child. Anxiety can build up again at the end of the day.