6. Your behaviour - Show a genuine interest in all of the children. Make each one feel valued. Do not assume
they know how to do anything. Give clear directions and have them demonstrate back the expected
behavior to ensure understanding.
7. Be prepared – Ensure that you have spare clothing for both yourself and the children just in case of
accidents. It is much more common for accidents to occur during the first few days of a new school due to
children feeling apprehensive about the change.
8. Get family involved - Offer families opportunities to come into the setting, this is a great way to make
children and parents more comfortable. From reading a story to helping decorate the classroom,
encouraging families to be a part of your school creates a whole new dynamic and makes everyone feel
more settled.
9. Home time – Make sure you know how each child is getting home. Find out if he or she is riding the bus or
being picked up. Make sure the children are being released to the proper guardian or carer.
10. Communication is Key - Set up a communication board for parents and their children. This will help keep
everyone up to date with what is going on in the setting. Make sure it is up to date and attention grabbing.
Personalise it with pictures of the children, families, and staff and encourage families to make their own
contributions to it with information about community events or personal triumphs.
Nursery school teachers have one of the most challenging but rewarding jobs. When something goes
wrong, just breathe and stay calm. When the day is over, think of a plan to better handle the situation next
time. The first days are very challenging, but stand firm, stay committed and have a great year.
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