For any parent sending their child to a nursery, the way the setting handles the initial contact and settling-in period is crucial. It serves as a solid introduction to our care and education of children, which will grow and deepen into a long-lasting, appreciative relationship with the parents, where we work together for the sake of the child. Although a child may find separation from their parents difficult, sometimes it can seem to nursery owners and managers that the settling-in period is more for the adults than for their offspring.
Although nurseries have different settling-in procedures, it is generally agreed that, irrespective of the age of the child concerned, there are four basic things to look for during the settling-in period:
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