Leaving your child at pre-school for the day can sometimes be more stressful for the parents than the child! To help make the transitions easier for all involved, we’ve put together a smattering of helpful hints.

On those first few days:
Separation anxiety maybe immediate or it may be delayed. Very often a child will be so engrossed in the new surroundings that there will be no difficulty leaving at all. In short, expect the unexpected.

If your child cries when you leave, reassure him/her of your love ; tell when you’ll be back; give that extra hug and kiss, THEN GO. Usually the tears stop shortly after the parent leaves.

To ease your mind, call any time during the day.

What to bring:
Have an extra change of clothes - right down to socks to leave at school.

Show and Tell days will be announced by your child’s teacher. Items or toys that are the color of the month, letter of the week, or in keeping with the themes of the month may be brought in that day.

Put your child’s name on everything. Clothing can easily be confused.

Parent Information and communication:
News letters are distributed the first week of each month. Please read it to keep up to events.

Check your child’s folder each day for things to take home.

There is a bulletin board specifically for parents in your child’s room relating to current themes and upcoming events.

Be sure to check for any field trip permission sign-ups posted in each room which will give any pertinent information about school outings.