I got into a different secondary school to all my friends and I’m really upset about it what should I do??
Hey, ending up at a different school can make this whole change feel much bigger than expected 💛
Feeling upset and left out is completely normal, especially when your friends are all sharing plans that don’t include you.
Going to different schools doesn’t mean those friendships have to end, so you could make plans to message, meet up or spend time together regularly.
If hearing lots about their new school is making things harder, you could be honest and ask to chat about something else for a while.
At your new school, try starting small by talking to someone in class or joining a club or activity you’re interested in, as seeing the same people regularly can help friendships grow naturally ✨
It’s okay if you don’t find your closest friends straight away, because strong friendships often build slowly rather than in the first week.
Writing down how you feel or talking to a parent or trusted adult could also help take some of the pressure off 🫶
Be kind to yourself and give it time.
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