The settling procedures are as follows:

1.      On the first day the parent is encouraged to stay with the child until he or she feels comfortable in their new surroundings.

2.      Each parent is encouraged to spend as much time as necessary with the child during the settling period. There is no set time limit on the settling in period.

3.      No child will be pressurised to take part in any activity during the settling in period.

4.      To help staff build a relationship with the child, staff will discuss the child’s interests with parents, as well as their likes, dislikes and key words the child uses at home

5.      Each parent will be given a daily account of the child’s progress during the settling in period.