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1. The first step that you should take when dealing with your child's issues of moving to a new school is to simply not dismiss your child's feelings. Your child has probably made many good friendships at his old school and it will probably pain them to leave behind his friends. It is important to listen to their concerns about the move and to be able to ensure the child that just because they are moving away, it doesn't mean that the relationships will have to be severed completely.
2.If possible, show the child around the new area and school that they will be going to before the actual move. Part of the apprehension may be that they are sure about the area that they are moving to. Let them see for themselves what the school looks like and perhaps allow him to meet some of the children in the neighborhood. Sometimes it can be the thought of not knowing that can make the child feel uncomfortable
3.If you are friendly with the parents of your child's friends, and you are not moving a far distance, try to arrange for your children to still meet up and see each other from time to time. It could be weekend sleep overs, during the summer or just for lunch and a play date from time to time. Any connection that can be maintained between your child and their friends can be helpful.