20 Ways to Support School Success Without Pressuring Your Child
Each parent wants their kid to do well in school, but putting too much worry on them can make them want to give up. Kids can do well in school without stress if they find a good mix between getting help and taking it easy. Here are 20 ways to support your child's success in school without piling on the pressure.
- Tricia Quitales
- 6 min read
Helping a child do well in school doesn’t mean putting constant pressure on them or making the setting high-stakes. It is possible to help kids do well in school, stay healthy, and develop a love of learning without piling on the stress. Parents can make a good school setting for their children without being too hard on them by focusing on support, structure, and encouragement. So, good grades won’t come from stress and worry but from good habits, self-motivation, and praise.
1. Help people have a growth mindset
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Teach your kid that intelligence and skills are not set traits but can grow with work and practice. Reward the process, not just the result, like how hard or creative they worked. This way of thinking helps them see problems as chances to learn instead of things they should avoid.
2. Set up a regular schedule
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When kids know what to expect daily, they feel safe and ready for the day. Work, meals, and bedtime happen simultaneously daily to help people form good habits. They can organize their time well without extra stress or being told what to do.
3. Make your goals reasonable
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Know and respect your child’s unique strengths and weaknesses. Instead of comparing them to others, set goals that they can reach based on their skills and weaknesses. Being realistic will help them grow at their own pace and relieve the pressure to meet too-high standards.
4. Give praise for effort as well as results
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You can teach your child how important it is to work hard instead of just praising success by noticing how hard they try. Stress the importance of working hard, not giving up, and learning from mistakes. This will help them become stronger and more sure of themselves.
5. Make the classroom an excellent place to learn
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Make your home a place to learn that is fun and doesn’t have any other things going on. Ensure your child has a clean, quiet place to do their homework where they can easily find the things they need. It helps them focus and feel at ease while they work if the setting is calm and friendly.
6. Make people interested
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Create an atmosphere where asking questions and exploring are valued more than memorizing facts by heart. Help your kid find fun and exciting ways to ask questions and get answers, like through books, videos, or real-life experiences. Getting kids interested in learning outside of school helps them love learning.
7. Take care of your emotional health
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Make it a point for your child to talk about how they feel to protect their mental health. Show them good ways to deal with stress or problems, like taking deep breaths or solving them. It would be best if you managed your mental health to do well in school.
8. Enjoy the little wins
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Honor even minor accomplishments, like finishing a task or getting a better score. Regularly praise their growth to help them understand that every step forward is worth noticing. This will make them feel good about school and encourage them to keep going.
9. Show how to learn throughout your life
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Show others how to learn by following your hobbies and being excited about new things. Kids are more likely to think the same way if they see learning as fun and something they can do for the rest of their lives. Show others how to do it while you read a book, take an online lesson, or learn something new.
10. Include fun activities that help kids learn
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Turn the things you do every day into chances to learn. You can work on your math, science, reading, and problem-solving skills while shopping, cooking, farming, or walking in nature. Learning is more fun and exciting for kids when they can connect with what they are learning.
11. Put time limits on homework
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Give your child only a few homework or tasks after school. Ensure they have enough time to play, rest, and spend with their families. Finding a good balance between work and play can help you concentrate at school and make you healthier overall.
12. Stay involved, but don’t manage everything
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You can stay involved in your child’s school life by attending parent-teacher conferences and monitoring their growth, but don’t micromanage. You should only help your child when needed and let them make their own decisions and do their work. This allows them to become more independent and sure of themselves.
13. Teach people how to manage their time
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Break up big chores into smaller pieces that your child can handle. You can teach them how to set aside time for homework, rest, and other tasks by giving them planners, calendars, or timers. Kids learn essential skills for school and life when they learn to manage their time early on.
14. Give kids chances to play
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Play is vital for a child’s growth and can improve their mental health, creativity, and problem-solving ability. Make sure your child has much free time to relax and recharge. Kids can focus better on their studies when they’re not tired from playing.
15. Help people speak up for themselves
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Help your kid learn how to ask for help when they need it. Tell them to talk to their teachers or ask questions when they don’t understand something. When children learn to advocate for themselves, they can take charge of their learning and deal with problems independently.
16. Encourage learning by doing
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Encourage your kid to work on school projects and tasks with other kids. People learn how to communicate, work together, and solve problems by doing things with other people. Good relationships with other kids also help a child’s sense of belonging and security in school.
17. Make sure they eat well
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A well-balanced food is essential for a child’s ability to concentrate and do well in school. Ensure your kid eats healthy meals that give their brain and body the fuel they need to do their best. A well-balanced diet helps the body and mind grow, which leads to long-term success.
18. Make sure they get enough rest
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Getting enough rest is essential for learning and remembering things. Every night, ensure your child receives the right amount of sleep for their age. Getting enough sleep helps you do better in school and improves your health and happiness.
19. Allow your kids to be creative
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Allow your child to use their imagination by letting them make art, play music, or write. They find peace and learn how to deal with stress by being creative. It also helps them learn how to solve problems and think critically. Supporting creativity improves mental and social development as a whole.
20. Have patience and help your child if needed
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Know that each child learns at their rate and that it’s normal for them to have problems as they go. Be patient with them and support them when things get tough. Reassure them that making mistakes is a normal part of learning. A helpful attitude helps people be resilient and learn in a way that allows them to grow.