Going To A New School Social Story

This social story helps students with autism, nonverbal communicators, AAC users, and students in special education prepare for going to a new school. Simple language and supportive visuals help make a new school feel more predictable while building confidence with new routines, teachers, classmates, and classroom expectations.

Slide Overview

My New School
A New Place
My New Classroom
My Teacher
My New Routine
Meeting New Kids
I Can Ask for Help
I Can Do This

Teachers, SLPs, and parents can read this social story before a school transition, during therapy sessions, in the classroom, or at home to help students understand what to expect and practice important school routines.

Features include 8 simple student facing story slides, first person language, clear visuals, predictable wording, and supportive examples for preparing for a new school environment.

Keywords: autism, AAC, nonverbal, social skills, behavior support, special education, visual supports, routines, communication, classroom management.