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Choosing the right nursery for your child is an important decision and it’s a good idea to do your research before you make your choice. Not only will this help you feel sure about your decision, but it will also give your child the best chance of thriving in their nursery setting. Attending an open day is a great way for you to find the ideal environment for them. Read on to learn more about the benefits of going to a nursery open day from a nursery in Battersea.
Meeting the staff
Visiting a nursery will give you the opportunity to meet the staff who’ll be looking after your child and ask them any questions you have about the facilities or provision. You’ll be entrusting these people with your child’s care, so it’s important they’re friendly, capable and open to answering questions. You’ll also want to check that the nursery is organised and well-run, so ask if you can meet other staff such as management and administrative staff as well. You can then ask questions about practical aspects such as paying your bill.
Talk to parents
If you can, try and talk to other parents if they’re around when you visit or ask the nursery in advance if they can arrange for an existing parent to meet with you. That way you can get firsthand feedback on how children are cared for at the nursery and ask questions you might not feel comfortable asking the staff about. It’s also a chance to make connections and set up potential play dates.
Observe the children
Attending a nursery open day will give you a chance to watch the children there and see how happy and settled they are. Of course each child is different, and it’s unlikely all the children will be content all of the time, but watching them go about their daily activities will give you an idea of how well cared-for they are and what kind of things they get up to.
Introduce your child to the nursery
If you can, take your child with you to the nursery so they can get a feel for it and give you vital feedback. Watch how interested and engaged they are with the staff, other children and activities on offer and ask them questions afterwards about how they felt when they were there. Can you see them fitting in there, making friends, having fun and learning?
As you can see, there are many benefits to attending a nursery open day, and it’s an important part of making the right decision for you and your child.
