It is so important that nurseries and families work closely together to make sure that the transition to nursery is smooth, with as little disruption to the child’s routine as possible.

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• The dates and times will be previously agreed for you and your child to attend the session.

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• Any queries on what to bring with you can be discussed directly with the Playgroup Manager prior to the session. We do however recommend bringing family photos and any comforters that will help your child feel safe and secure.

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• Settling in sessions will be flexible to ensure you feel comfortable. To start with, we will have you and your child attend together, slowly reducing the time you spend with us to introduce the child to their new environment. This will be tailored to you and your child’s needs and therefore if at any point we need to slow the process down, we can discuss this.

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• Letting your child see you smile during handover so they feel secure knowing you trust us will help the process (we appreciate this can feel very difficult those first few times!).

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• Saying goodbye before you leave will help build trust over the first few settles, reinforcing that you will return for them. Sneaking off without saying goodbye can leave some children feeling anxious and unsure.

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• We will contact you during the day if we have any concerns or questions that won’t wait until you arrive to collect your child. We also welcome your calls for updates about how settling is going.

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• We will feedback on collection how your child’s day has been and share any ideas to further support the settling process.