All About Me – Informative One Page Starting School Printable – FREE

All About Me - Explorative One Page Starting School Printable - FREE - A simple, child-friendly way to get to know your new starters

A one-page printable designed to help teachers, parents, and children share important information and build connections from day one.

About This Resource

Starting school is a big transition - for children, families, and teachers. Having a clear understanding of each child’s personality, preferences, and needs can make a huge difference in how smoothly those first days and weeks go.

This “All About Me” printable provides a structured but flexible way for children and families to share key information. It captures what children enjoy, what they don't like, their family set up and any important details that can help you support them in the classroom.

The layout is simple, engaging, and accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of children.

Features

• Free, one-page printable – easy to download, share, and use with no preparation required
• Child-friendly layout with a mix of drawing spaces and simple prompts to suit different communication styles
• Covers key areas including likes, dislikes, family/home life, and starting school feelings
• Includes emotional prompts such as what helps when upset and what children are worried or excited about
• Flexible and inclusive design that works for a wide range of family situations and needs
• Clear structure to support both parents and children in completing it

Benefits

• Helps teachers get to know each child quickly and meaningfully
• Supports a smoother transition into school, reducing anxiety for both children and parents
• Encourages children to express themselves in a way that feels comfortable
• Provides insight into individual needs, preferences, and potential challenges
• Builds an early sense of connection and understanding between home and school
• Gives children the feeling of being seen, known, and valued from the start

How to Use

• Send home before the first day so parents and children can complete it together in a familiar environment
• Use during the first week of school as a settling-in activity or discussion prompt
• Refer back to responses to support conversations, routines, and individual needs
• Display or keep accessible as a quick reference to help build relationships and understanding

Why It Works

This resource focuses on what matters most in those early days - connection. By giving children a voice and allowing families to share important insights, it helps create a more informed and supportive classroom environment from the very beginning. It's a simple but powerful tool to support a positive start to school.

The “All About Me” printable helps teachers understand their new starters, supports children to express themselves, and builds stronger connections between home and school. Download for free now!