Settling In

Our 'New Parent Co-ordinator' will send a 'New Parent Information Pack' which includes a questionnaire inviting you to write about your child’s favourite activities, what you would like them to be called, any friends they may have at Pre-school etc. You will also be asked to complete a permissions sheet and a medical form – to be completed if your child has any health conditions that may require medication whilst at Pre-school.
 
At the beginning, parents may wish to stay with their child. Sometimes both parent and child may be upset at saying goodbye. Experience shows that most children recover in minutes and soon become absorbed in their new surroundings. Usually a quick affectionate farewell is the best policy. Rest assured that the supervisor would always contact you if any problem did arise or if your child did not settle.

We are happy to change your child if they have a toilet accident; spare clothes are available at Pre-school, but please do send your own if you think they may be necessary. Please provide nappies if your child is not yet toilet trained and we do request that you take away any soiled nappies or clothes at the end of the session.

Clothing should be sensible and comfortable. For reasons of safety, no jewellery, scarves, open-toed sandals, crocs or long, flowing dresses should be worn. Lace-up boots/shoes are very difficult for the children so please try and avoid these for Pre-school. If it is sunny, please provide a hat for your child and apply sun cream before Pre-school.