Do You Enjoy School?

Lots of people say your school days are the best days of your life, but what do you like about your school?

Do you love seeing your mates every day and learning new things?
Maybe you've got great teachers who make all your subjects fun?
Is there a special project at your school that you think is a really good idea? Maybe it deals with bullying really well or is great at being 'green'?

Lots of students think school is ok. A typical student think they would choose the socialising side. Even though they do make an effort in class and get decent grades. They also get told off for talking a lot. Some children 'hate' school... A child's definition: "I hate school, and I'm not going back!"
Have you ever had that thought? Lots of kids do. Usually this feeling doesn't last long. But what happens if you feel this way too much? School is a fact of life, and getting an education can help you build the kind of future life you want.

Why Do Some Kids Dislike School?
If you don't like school, the first step is finding out why. You might not like school because a bully is bothering you, or because a kid you don't like wants to hang around with you or maybe you don't get along with your teacher. You might feel different or worry that you don't have enough friends.
Sometimes it's a problem with your classes and schoolwork. Maybe the work is too easy and you get bored. Or maybe the work is too hard, or you don't feel as smart as the other kids. Reading may be difficult for you, but you're expected to do a lot of it. You may be getting further and further behind, and it may seem like you'll never catch up. Maybe you're dealing with worries, stress, or problems that make it hard to concentrate on schoolwork.
When you stop to think about why you don't like school, you can start taking steps to make things better.

Finding help...
-It's a good idea to talk to someone about your problems with school. Your mum, dad, relative, teacher, or school counsellor will be able to help you. It's especially important to tell an adult if the problem is that you're being bullied or someone hurts you physically.
-Another good idea is to write down your feelings about school in a journal. You can use a journal or diary or just write in an ordinary notebook. It's a great way to let out emotions that may be stuck inside you. And you don't have to share what you've written with others.
-If you feel disorganised or like you can't keep up with your schoolwork, your teachers and school counsellors want to help. Teachers want and expect you to ask for help learning stuff. If all of your subjects seem really hard, a school counsellor can help you sort things out. Special help with schoolwork is available if you need it.
Find help if you need it, then enjoy your childhood in school!