Settling Children In
In the preschool years it is vital that children are exposed to positive learning experiences in an environment where they feel safe and comfortable. Effective and consistant settling-in procedures will ensure this is possible.
Young children can sometimes find it difficult to settle into new and unfamiliar environments. This can be very distressing to the parents involved. It is the policy of The Cat's Pyjamas Preschool & Nursery to make separation as easy as possible for both the child and their parents. Please feel free to bring your child to visit the centre prior to their first day of attendance, as many times as you wish. All children will be appointed a Primary Caregiver who will be responsible for their routine, settling in, development profile and developmental updates.
By following these guidelines you can reduce the stress and time involved in the settling process:
Young children can sometimes find it difficult to settle into new and unfamiliar environments. This can be very distressing to the parents involved. It is the policy of The Cat's Pyjamas Preschool & Nursery to make separation as easy as possible for both the child and their parents. Please feel free to bring your child to visit the centre prior to their first day of attendance, as many times as you wish. All children will be appointed a Primary Caregiver who will be responsible for their routine, settling in, development profile and developmental updates.
By following these guidelines you can reduce the stress and time involved in the settling process:
On the first day, the child is introduced to their Primary Caregiver The child is shown the toilets, locker area and classroom. The parents/caregivers are welcome to stay as often and as long as they choose.
Establish a drop-off routine, such as enter the centre, find your childs photo with them, put their bag away, say hello to their special teacher, get the child involved in an activity, stay for a few minutes, say goodbye and leave.
Talk to your child's teacher about their needs and discuss any concerns you may have.
Always leave the child with a staff member, never alone. The parents should always say good bye to the child, never sneak away.
Try to avoid extending the separation period by coming back. Parents should leave once they say their goodbyes.
Establish a drop-off routine, such as enter the centre, find your childs photo with them, put their bag away, say hello to their special teacher, get the child involved in an activity, stay for a few minutes, say goodbye and leave.
Talk to your child's teacher about their needs and discuss any concerns you may have.
Always leave the child with a staff member, never alone. The parents should always say good bye to the child, never sneak away.
Try to avoid extending the separation period by coming back. Parents should leave once they say their goodbyes.
In most situations, children do not remain upset for long after parents have left and have an enjoyable, happy day.
Parents are encouraged to telephone the Centre and ask how their child is settling in. It can be reassuring to know that their child is no longer distressed.
Parents should allow time for themselves and their children to settle into the new environment. Each child and their parents settle at their own pace.
Parents are encouraged to telephone the Centre and ask how their child is settling in. It can be reassuring to know that their child is no longer distressed.
Parents should allow time for themselves and their children to settle into the new environment. Each child and their parents settle at their own pace.
