One practice to add to your routine when welcoming new families into your classroom is to have an introductory meeting.
When a new family enrolls in your classroom, you want them to feel as comfortable as possible, that way they don’t have first-day jitters.
First, you can have them come and meet with you or the teaching team that will be working in their child's classroom. During this meeting you can get to know them a little better and find out important information you will need to know about their child.
The next meeting can be a visit to the classroom; allow the caregivers and the child to spend some time in the new space.
Once the child starts in the classroom, make sure to keep communication open with the families and be as flexible as you can with their schedule; such as starting with half days. This way it can be a soft transition for the caregivers and child as they get settled into the classroom and their new routine.
Here are some simple ways to enhance your welcoming routine with families!
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