22 Street Lane Nursery - January 2019 Newsletter

January Newsletter

Chicklets - Tips to settle your child at nursery

We would like to welcome the new Chicklets to our room; we are looking forward to getting to know you and your families. As nursery is new to many of you, we thought that we would share some top tips to settle your child: 1. Give yourself plenty of time in the morning before dropping off whilst you adapt to new routines, especially in the first few weeks to ensure that you don’t feel flustered. 2. If you can: make plans and keep busy while your child is settling in. Where possible, try and have some time on your own before you go back to work. 3. Do something you enjoy and un-parent. 4. Remind yourself that this is another parenting stage and it will be just as rewarding as the previous stages. Your child will be having fun as they play and learn, in an environment where they are safe and cared for. 5. Bring your child’s favourite teddy or comforter with them if they have one. This can be especially helpful for your child to have during sleep times. 6. Family photos are also a good way of keeping familiar elements in the new environment. 7. Don’t be afraid to tell the nursery team what your child likes and dislikes, and their home routines. Even if it seems trivial, it will help the team better understand your child’s personality. 8. Keep upbeat and don’t try to sneak out. Have a chat with us, and leave your child with a smile and a kiss. 9. Remember that you are not on your own. We are as keen as you are for your child to settle into nursery. 10. And don’t forget, it’s only a first for you. We have many years’ experience and expertise. You are in safe hands, it’s what we do!