Lots of kids have problems at school or with schoolwork at some point. With the right support, most kids can get back on track and succeed at school.
Kids can struggle in school for different reasons, such as:
To find out why your child is having problems at school:
Then, schedule a visit with your child’s health care provider. They can check your child for a physical problem, like a vision problem that can be fixed with glasses. They also can help you decide if your child should see another health care provider (such as a psychologist) or needs testing (for example, for ADHD or a learning problem).
All kids — whether they have problems at school or not — do better when they:
You also might offer to help your child with homework and studying. In some situations, a tutor may help.
School staff and teachers can help kids who have trouble in school. For example:
If these changes don’t help, your child’s teachers and health care provider can help you decide what to do next. Depending on what you've tried so far, this may include having your child:
Reviewed by: Amy W. Anzilotti, MD
Date Reviewed: Mar 10, 2023
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