We aim to make the transition from home to nursery as smooth as possible.

To help with settling in to nursery parents can assist by:

• • • Explaining routines to your child e.g. who will bring them, collect them
    • Being patient and giving your child as much time as he/she needs
    • Informing staff if someone different will be collecting your child
    • Putting sun cream on your child before coming to nursery in warmer weather.
    • Naming all items of clothing.
    • Encourage your child to put on his/her coat and shoes to encourage changing independently.
    • Read any information on the notice board about activities, snack and lunch. Share this information with your child.
    • Letting us know if anything is upsetting our worrying your child or if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help and understand.

Remember, our staff are sympathetic to your child’s needs. We want them to be happy with us.

As each child is an individual the length of time taken to settle can vary.

It is expected that you or a familiar adult would attend the nursery for a few days, leaving for short periods at first then increasing the length of time away from your child.

This time is extremely valuable as it allows you and your child to get to know the staff and familiarise yourself with the daily routines of the nursery. 

Your child’s keyworker will complete an ‘All About Me’ with you during this settling in period. This allows the opportunity for you to discuss your child’s likes and dislikes to ensure they do not become unnecessarily upset.

All these things will help ensure your child’s transition from home to nursery is as smooth as possible.