Helping children feel confident about what comes next For many neurodivergent children, the school day is full of transitions. Arriving at school, moving between lessons, changing activities or simply not knowing what happens next can all feel overwhelming. The School Now & Next Starter Bundle provides simple, visual support to help children understand what they're doing now and what comes next, making daily routines feel more predictable and reducing anxiety around transitions. Designed for use at school, nursery or at home, this durable visual schedule system helps children prepare for the day ahead while encouraging independence, communication and confidence. Compatible with the wider SEN Talk Tags visual schedule range, it's designed to be practical, portable and easy to adapt as routines change. 💜 Why Thrive Recommends It At Thrive Creations, we only recommend products that we genuinely believe could make life a little easier for SEN families. As both a former remedial teacher and SEN parent, I know how much calmer a child's day can feel when they know what's coming next. Something as simple as seeing today's routine visually can reduce uncertainty, ease transitions and help children feel more secure in unfamiliar situations. Visual schedules aren't about removing flexibility - they're about giving children the confidence to navigate change with greater understanding. Who might benefit from this bundle? This visual routine bundle may be particularly helpful for children who: - Find transitions challenging- Thrive on routine and predictability- Become anxious when plans change- Benefit from visual communication- Need support understanding the school day- Are starting nursery or school- Need additional reassurance during classroom routines Features - Durable visual Now & Next system- Designed specifically for school routines- Portable and easy to use throughout the day- Compatible with the wider SEN Talk Tags visual schedule range- Supports communication and independence- Helps children understand what is happening now and what comes next- Ideal for use at school, nursery or home Perfect For - Starting school- Returning after school holidays- Nursery transitions- Classroom routines- SEN support- Home learning- Building independence Good to Know Designed for: Home, school and nursery use Compatible with: SEN Talk Tags visual schedule products Portable: Easy to carry between home and school Every Child Is Different Every child approaches change differently. Some children adapt quickly, while others need extra reassurance and structure to feel confident. Visual supports won't remove every challenge, but they can help children understand what to expect, making transitions feel calmer, more predictable and less overwhelming. You May Also Like Starting or returning to school is about much more than the first day. This Thrive Creations resource works beautifully alongside this visual schedule bundle to help children feel prepared, confident and supported throughout the transition. My Back to School Transition Booklet - Starting a new school year can bring lots of excitement - but also lots of uncertainty. Our Back to School Transition Booklet gently prepares children for returning to school through engaging activities, conversation prompts and confidence-building exercises that help make the transition feel less overwhelming.