Nursery Handover

You have made the decision to send your child to nursery with all the benefits and opportunities that this will bring to your child.

You want them to have fun experiences with opportunities for learning along side other children and to develop friendships with their peers and teachers.

EVEN SO... you are nervous and anxious and want it to go well.

• What if they cry and cling to me for dear life?

• What if they skip off happily without a backward glance?

• What should I do or say?

First, check the advice of the nursery to see if they have guidance.

Understanding that separation anxiety is the key will help you to prepare.

Separating is difficult and upsetting, so why would anyone want to drag it out for longer than it needs to be?

Golden Rules for Leaving:

• Always say goodbye.
• Leave quickly when you have decided to go. Don't rush but don't drag it out.
• Say the same thing every day. e.g. "Have fun, I'll see you later."

If the moment of separation is consistent and short it will be much easier for the nursery staff to comfort and distract your child when you have left.  If separation takes a long time the child can become more distressed.

Ask the nursery to make a note of how long  your child was upset for and  keep a note to monitor how they are settling in. It may be that after a minute or two your child was fine and rather than worry you can be reassured with a phone call or message.

Don't just take our word for it! Hear from some of the families we've had the privilege of working with. We're here to help you have the best possible experience at home, at school and as your child grows.

Ready to book a free Discovery Call or schedule a consultation? We're here to answer your questions and provide the support you need. Get in touch with us today!