For The Parents
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
At Orange Seeds Nursery, we prioritize keeping parents involved in their child’s journey with us. We embrace a ‘family culture’ and regularly communicate with parents, engage them through events, and provide updates on their child’s progress.
Daily Updates
We provide daily updates with photos, detailing the main activities, feeding, changing, and sleep schedule.
Weekly Wrap-Up
A comprehensive summary at the end of each week.
Monthly Newsletter
Updates on nursery news, reminders, and curriculum themes.
Class Calendar
Posted monthly on the nursery app, introducing weekly themes and special days.
Bi-Annual Reports
Developmental milestones and parent-teacher meetings each term.
Meet the Manager
Bi-weekly sessions for parents to discuss concerns with the nursery manager.
Parent Engagement Events
Including coffee mornings, workshops on sleep, diet, and safety, and cultural sharing sessions.
Special Events
Activities like volunteer reading, Mother’s Day crafts, Daddy’s Day events, and celebrations for International Day and UAE National Day.
Parent Feedback
Regular surveys to gather and implement feedback.
End of Year Journal
A scrapbook capturing the child’s art, development, and memories from the year.
Parent’s Handbook
SETTLING IN
The first days at nursery can be daunting for young children. Let’s work together our team, teachers, and parents to ensure a positive experience and a smooth, happy transition into nursery life.
Orientation Days
Families visit the nursery before the child’s attendance starts and Meet teachers, explore the classroom, and participate in fun activities.
Mid-Term Joins
Stay-and-play sessions and visits are arranged in the afternoons after class hours.
Gradual Introduction
First week: Children attend for one hour daily and Time gradually extended until the child is comfortable for longer periods.
Consistent Caregiver
If a child shows attachment to a specific staff member, that person will greet the child daily until they are comfortable with the entire team.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Secure Sign-In/Out
Only approved individuals can drop off and pick up children, with a strict logging system in place.
Constant Supervision
Regular head counts are conducted, and staff are positioned at the front, middle, and end during transitions.
Accompanied Everywhere
Children are always accompanied, including in bathrooms and change rooms equipped with safety belts.
Allergy Alerts
Allergy Alert cards are displayed for children with allergies, detailing necessary information and emergency contacts.
Safe Materials
We use non-toxic, hazard-free materials, including age-appropriate items to prevent choking.
Child-Sized Handrails
Installed to assist children on stairs, with guidance from staff.
Footwear Policy
Closed shoes are recommended to prevent accidents.
Medical Facilities
First aid practitioners and boxes are present in each classroom, with a DHA-certified nurse available on-call. Onsite medical examinations are conducted each term with parental approval.
WHAT TO BRING TO THE NURSERY
For outdoor play and sun protection, please provide a sun hat, labelled with your child’s name to wear outdoors as well as ensuring that your child comes to school wearing sunscreen. For daily use, we ask that you provide a healthy supply of your preferred diapers, diaper cream, wet wipes and an extra set of clothes for use should your child need to be changed.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
For parents wanting to celebrate their child’s birthday at school, we ask that only plain, nut-free cupcakes be provided. Cupcakes should be individually wrapped and include a full ingredient list. They will be sent home with children rather than served in class. Please coordinate with your child’s teacher before sending any birthday items.