Getting Ready for Back to School? Here’s What You Need to Prepare.

By Pascal Press I January 9, 2026

The start of a new school year is an exciting time, with new routines, new goals and new opportunities to learn. But it can also feel overwhelming as families prepare for the return to the classroom.

From organising schedules to refreshing key skills, getting ready for back to school is about more than just new stationery. Helping your child feel confident and prepared from day one can make a real difference to how they settle into the year ahead.

Why Preparing Early Makes a Difference

The first few weeks of school play an important role in shaping students’ confidence and learning habits. When children revisit key concepts and ease back into learning routines early, they’re more likely to:

• Feel confident returning to the classroom
• Strengthen essential literacy and numeracy skills
• Develop positive study habits
• Stay engaged and motivated throughout the term

Supporting Learning at Home

One of the most effective ways to prepare for back to school is by having clear, structured learning resources available at home. This gives students the opportunity to revise, practise and build confidence at their own pace.

That’s where back to school book packs can be a helpful support. By grouping complementary workbooks together, these packs make it easier to focus on key learning areas without needing to source individual resources.

What to Look for in Back to School Book Packs

Pascal Press book packs feature trusted series such as Excel and Back to Basics, written by experienced educators and aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

Depending on the pack, students may benefit from:

• Curriculum-aligned content
• Clear explanations and worked examples
• Skills-based practice activities
• Progressive exercises that support independent learning

Learning That Fits Into Everyday Routines

Strong results aren’t built overnight. They come from steady, structured practice across the entire school year.

Our Targeting Homework workbooks are designed to support students week by week with comprehensive coverage of Literacy and Numeracy skills, aligned to the Australian Curriculum. Used throughout the year, they help children consolidate classroom learning and build confidence through regular, manageable tasks.

Each workbook includes:

• Full-year coverage of key Literacy and Numeracy outcomes
• Fully aligned to the Australian Curriculum
• A balance of revision, practice and extension tasks
• Ideal support for reinforcing learning at home without getting overwhelming
• Clear, scaffolded activities that build skills progressively
• Traffic light system to track progress and confidence with exercises

By completing a small amount each week, students develop strong foundations, improve retention, and stay on track with classroom expectations, making homework purposeful, achievable and effective all year round.

Start the School Year Feeling Prepared

Getting ready for back to school doesn’t need to be stressful. With the right preparation and supportive learning resources, you can help your child feel confident, capable and ready to learn from day one.

Click here to explore our full range of Book Packs to support your child’s back to school preparation and set them up for a positive start to the year.