Supporting your child as they start university?
You don't have to do it alone
Practical, psychology-informed support for parents navigating their child's transition to university and independent adult life
Free quiz - Practical guidance - Created by transition specialists
If any of the following sounds familiar, you're in the right place...Â
You're proud and excited for your child, but also a bit anxious
You're not sure how much to step in..... or step back
You worry about their wellbeing, confidence, or coping skills
You want to support them without adding pressure
You're navigating your own emotions about this big change too
When your child starts university, it's a transition for the whole family.
It's completely normal to feel a mix of pride, worry, sadness and uncertainty. Successful Student Transitions is here to help you understand what's changing, how to support your child effectively, and how to look after yourself through this new chapter.
Support Designed Especially For Parents of First-Year Students
These resources are created specifically for parents whose son or daughter is about to start university
Everything here is practical, compassionate and based on psychology and the real-world experience. Helping you support your child while encouraging healthy independence
Start With The Parents' Transition Quiz
A quick, free quiz to help you reflect on how prepared you feel for your child's move to university - and where a little extra guidance could help.
Understand your parenting style during this transition
Identify areas where your child may need more support
Learn how to balance support and independence
Discover areas to focus on to ease the transition journey
Discover an overall transition preparedness score, a snapshot in time of how prepared you feel right now
The Quiz takes less than 5 minutes and is free and confidential, only you see the results.
After the quiz, you'll have the option to download the full Parents' Transition Guide, expanding on each topic with practical advice and action steps.
Watch the Parents' Webinar
A supportive, practical webinar exploring how to navigate your child's transition to university with confidence and calm
The Parenting Shift: How to gracefully transition from being your young person's primary guide to becoming their trusted consultant and advisor. Learn when to step in and when to step back.
Why Money Talk Matters: Creating crystal-clear financial boundaries and budgeting agreements that prevent conflict and build responsibility.
Reading the Transition Map: Understanding the ups and downs of university adjustment; when to worry, when to support, and when to trust the process
Your Transition Matters Too: Managing your parallel transition as a parent. This journey changes you too, discover how to navigate it with grace.
Connection Without Suffocation: Finding the sweet spot in communication; communication strategies that strengthen rather than strain.
Ideal if you'd like a guided introduction to supporting your child through this transition
You're in Safe Hands
Introducing The Founders of Successful Transitions
Successful Transitions has been created by Louise Wiles and Elizabeth Gillies who both hold academic qualifications in psychology and have many years of experience supporting young people through the move to university and beyond.
Their approach combines psychology, coaching and practical tools to help you feel more confident, capable and in control as you start this new chapter.
Extra Support & Inspiration
THE Podcast
Conversations and practical advice about change, wellbeing, confidence and supporting people through major life transitions
The Blog
Helpful articles on starting university, parenting through change and managing personal and family periods of transition
Are You A Student Looking For Guidance & Support?
If you are preparing to start university we have dedicated resources and support just for you.
Click on the link below to learn more and take the Student University Transition Quiz
Ready to Feel More Confident About This Next Chapter?
However you're feeling about your child starting university, support is here to help you navigate it well
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