Undoubtedly, returning to school with a new bag and books can be an exciting time. However, for many, it may provoke feelings of anxiety and uncertainty. It is normal and highly common for children to feel nervous at the start of a new academic year. The feelings could include fears about academic achievement and wider social and emotional experiences; such as anxiety about making new friends, having new teachers, new subjects, waking up early, homework, and so on. If your child is feeling the ‘back to school’ blues, they aren’t alone.