What to have ready
Most families get the paperwork together before the first day. You will need enrollment forms, a health form and immunization record, emergency contacts, and the names of people allowed to pick up your child. Your child's doctor can fill out the health form. If you have questions about what is required, ask us and we will walk you through it.
Pack a full change of clothes in your child's bag, plus outdoor gear for the season. Nap items matter too if your child rests here: a small blanket, a sheet, whatever helps them sleep. A comfort object from home can make the first days easier. Label everything with your child's name so nothing goes missing.
Before the first day, decide who does drop-off and who picks up, and make sure those names are on file. Talk with your child about what the morning will look like. Think about how you want to hear about the day. At pickup, teachers can tell you how your child ate, slept, played, and got along with others.