Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Dropping-off your little one might be an apprehensive moment. During the first week, I will allow parents/guardians to stay with us until the circle time to help your child through this transition period. Usually, if your child is fine, I will ask you to stay for only a few minutes (max. 10 minutes) to avoid disturbing other children.
Here are some tips to help you and your little one through a smooth transition to a social environment of a preschool.
Remember
What your child can bring to school?
If needed, your little one can bring to preschool a soft toy or any object he/ she may need during the day to calm down or just to remind him/her of home. Please avoid bringing toys especially, the favorite toy of the moment, it can be easily lost or taken by another kid (by mistake or not!). In case your child brings a toy anyway, we will put it in his/her cabby and he/she will get it back at the end of the day.
PARENTS VISITS/ PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO PICK-UP YOUR CHILD
Parents are welcome to stay and observe the classroom but it should not interfere with the activities in the classroom. If the parents need to pick-up their children for any reason during the day, they will need to inform us ahead of time or in the morning during drop-off.
If you want someone whose name is not listed on your emergency form to pick your child up from school, follow one of these procedures:
Sign-in/out good practices.
The Parent’s/Guardian’s full legal signature, date and time are required on the “Sign-In” and “Sign-Out” sheet when children are dropped off and when they are picked up.
Your prior written authorization is required for us to release your child to someone other than those indicated on your registration form. These people must also sign their full legal names. If I don't not know the person picking up your child, I will ask for identification.
Daily communication
Parents are welcome to discuss matters regarding their children (i.e. health, behavior, development, progress) with us at any time.
I will often communicate with you on how your child’s day went. E.g. in case that something did not go as usual e.g. child did not take a nap, etc. or in the case of a milestone e.g. when your child makes his/her first phrase in French, etc.,
I also need to know if you have any concerns. Likewise, you need to let me know of any changes that might affect their behavior in the course of the day. For example, if your child had a shorter night than usual.
If you and your family are dealing with larger issues such as separation or financial pressures that are bound to cause some stress in your child’s life, be sure to alert me so that I can give the extra support your child may need.
You can reach me by phone or email. If needed we can plan a parent meeting.
Bi-annual Parent’s conference
Before the winter break and a week before the last day of school, we will organize a parent conference where you will receive your child’s progress report, and also be able to speak to the me about your child’s progress.
Need help? Parenting life
At Petite France, you will find books, magazines about parenting that contribute to the continuing effort of informing parents of early childhood education. If you have questions, you are more than welcome to discuss them with us.
Dropping-off your little one might be an apprehensive moment. During the first week, I will allow parents/guardians to stay with us until the circle time to help your child through this transition period. Usually, if your child is fine, I will ask you to stay for only a few minutes (max. 10 minutes) to avoid disturbing other children.
Here are some tips to help you and your little one through a smooth transition to a social environment of a preschool.
- Bring something from home: A reminder of home will make those first few trips a little easier and provide comfort on difficult days. It may be just a blanket, mom's t-shirt or even a picture.
- Create a goodbye ritual/routine: It may be a special word, or the process of reading a book. The "ritual" should be repeated every day to create a routine.
- Talk to your child: It is important to talk with your little one especially the day before their first day. You can say “ "Starting tomorrow, we're going to drop you off at so-and-so's and there are going to be other children there, and you're going to have lunch and play with these toys, and then after snack time, I will come by to pick you up."
- Do it gradually: All children are different. Some won’t have any problem separating from their parents, while others will need more time. Therefore I would advise you to stay for one hour until the circle time on different days, and after yoga on the other days. Alternatively, you can as well begin your child’s school week on Tuesday instead of Monday to shorten it and make it easy for your kid.
- When picking-up your child, you are in charge of him/her once you enter the classroom/backyard.
Remember
- The shorter your goodbye, the lower the anxiety level.
- If you worry after leaving, you can call me or write me a text message at any time to see how your child is doing.
- Please ask me if you need other support during the transition phase.
- Child's blanket in a Ziploc bag labeled with your child’s name.
- Special blanket or comfort items if your child is attached to one for naptime.
- Sippy cup labeled with your child’s name.
- Sunscreen labeled with your child’s name.
- Diaper and wipes (if concerned)
- Tissue box
- Set of extra clothing (even if your child is potty trained, we always need extra clothing)
- Indoors shoes (slippers or anything you want). You will keep them at Petite France to avoid any memory lapse.
What your child can bring to school?
If needed, your little one can bring to preschool a soft toy or any object he/ she may need during the day to calm down or just to remind him/her of home. Please avoid bringing toys especially, the favorite toy of the moment, it can be easily lost or taken by another kid (by mistake or not!). In case your child brings a toy anyway, we will put it in his/her cabby and he/she will get it back at the end of the day.
PARENTS VISITS/ PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO PICK-UP YOUR CHILD
Parents are welcome to stay and observe the classroom but it should not interfere with the activities in the classroom. If the parents need to pick-up their children for any reason during the day, they will need to inform us ahead of time or in the morning during drop-off.
If you want someone whose name is not listed on your emergency form to pick your child up from school, follow one of these procedures:
- You may bring a note, personally signed and dated, authorizing us to release your child into the care of the designated person. Before releasing your child, I will check an I.D. with photo to verify that person’s identity.
- You may call us at our 425 number and verbally leave a voice message, authorizing the release of your child to the designated person. I will verify that you have just called by calling you back at your home or work phone number. As above, the person who arrives to pick your child up will have their I.D. checked to verify his/her identity. Our specific goal is to ensure the ultimate safety of your child while providing peace of mind for you as a parent.
Sign-in/out good practices.
The Parent’s/Guardian’s full legal signature, date and time are required on the “Sign-In” and “Sign-Out” sheet when children are dropped off and when they are picked up.
Your prior written authorization is required for us to release your child to someone other than those indicated on your registration form. These people must also sign their full legal names. If I don't not know the person picking up your child, I will ask for identification.
Daily communication
Parents are welcome to discuss matters regarding their children (i.e. health, behavior, development, progress) with us at any time.
I will often communicate with you on how your child’s day went. E.g. in case that something did not go as usual e.g. child did not take a nap, etc. or in the case of a milestone e.g. when your child makes his/her first phrase in French, etc.,
I also need to know if you have any concerns. Likewise, you need to let me know of any changes that might affect their behavior in the course of the day. For example, if your child had a shorter night than usual.
If you and your family are dealing with larger issues such as separation or financial pressures that are bound to cause some stress in your child’s life, be sure to alert me so that I can give the extra support your child may need.
You can reach me by phone or email. If needed we can plan a parent meeting.
Bi-annual Parent’s conference
Before the winter break and a week before the last day of school, we will organize a parent conference where you will receive your child’s progress report, and also be able to speak to the me about your child’s progress.
Need help? Parenting life
At Petite France, you will find books, magazines about parenting that contribute to the continuing effort of informing parents of early childhood education. If you have questions, you are more than welcome to discuss them with us.
