Let’s Talk Tweens: Bridging Understanding, Building Connection

As children step into their pre-teen years, they begin a journey of self-discovery — one filled with curiosity, change, and sometimes confusion. Recognising the importance of this phase, our school hosted Let’s Talk Tweens, an engaging parent session designed to open conversations about the evolving emotional, social, and cognitive world of children aged 10 to 13.

The session explored how tweens begin to seek independence while still needing the comfort of guidance, how friendships gain new depth, and how emotions grow more layered. Through real-life examples, discussions, and reflective prompts, parents unpacked what it means to raise a tween in today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world.

The session also focused on practical strategies — listening without judgment, setting boundaries with empathy, and nurturing confidence through trust and communication. It was heartening to see parents share stories, questions, and even laughter as they connected through shared experiences.

At its core, Let’s Talk Tweens celebrated partnership — between home and school, and between parents and children — to ensure that this critical stage becomes one of growth, not growing pains. Because when adults listen, guide, and grow with their tweens, they create a foundation of resilience and understanding that lasts well beyond the middle years.

This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts by the School Counselling Team and the Parent Partnership Office to strengthen collaboration and dialogue between families and educators — fostering a community where every child feels understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.