How do you manage your growing family if you don’t work from home? One possible solution is Daycare. We provide high-quality daycare programmes in Chilliwack, at Fraser River CEC. Our curriculum is intended to help children grow physically and cognitively in an environment that promotes dynamic hands-on discovery.
Our learning programmes are adaptable, gradually shifting from a focus on play and exploration for our youngest students to more teacher-led opportunities and curated activities designed to engage students as they approach their zone of proximal development.
We are incredibly proud that our innovative psychology-based curriculum has helped Fraser River CEC to become a top-rated preschool and offering various daycare programmes in Chilliwack.
Tips for Making the Transition to Daycare
Of course, no matter how wonderful a programme sounds, we understand that enrolling a child in Daycare can be stressful for both parents and children. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 5 tips to help you transition more smoothly.
Discuss Daycare
Make sure to discuss daycare programmes with your children, whether they are infants, toddlers, or preschoolers. Make it clear that it is a fun place to learn and play. Some fun ideas include group playtime lessons or researching popular Preschool Starting books.
Go to the Facility
Familiarity can make any experience less frightening for both parents and children. That is why, before starting Daycare, you should bring your child to Fraser River CEC. Allow them to explore, play with some toys, and even meet their future teachers. Seeing other children at play can also reassure you that going to Daycare is a fun and regular experience.
Exercise Social Skills
Daycare is often the first step toward independence for many children. Most children enjoy having multiple carers watch over them at home, but being in a new environment with new people can be overwhelming. Expanding your child’s social circles ahead of time can be highly beneficial. Consider making short visits to new people in different locations to help you develop your social skills and security.
Give Yourself More Time
Schedule 20-30 minutes extra for drop-off when using Daycare for the first time. Saying goodbye for the first time can be difficult for parents and children. This is normal; you may need to do it until the new routine feels natural. As educators, we understand the importance of transparency in the school, and watching your child play and learn can be extremely reassuring.
Begin slowly
It may be necessary to transition some children a few days at a time before gradually transitioning them into full-time childcare. Consider taking the first day of Daycare off. Making sure your child is settled into Daycare before returning to work increases the likelihood of a smooth transition.
Keep growing Together
Talk about the day with your child when you get home. Make time over the weekend for a fun family activity your child will enjoy sharing when they return to Daycare, such as a trip to the park, zoo, or a family-time game.
We understand that transitioning into Daycare can be challenging at Fraser River CEC. There are numerous concerns, both for parents and children. We are proud to provide a nurturing, supportive environment for learning and growth. Still, our real asset is our team of experienced early childhood educators who know how to help kids adapt and learn various essential skills while having fun.
