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Your child should come to preschool with a named backpack, lunchbox and drink bottle. We recommend packing two or three changes of named spare clothes for your child, as activities throughout the day may see their clothes getting dirty or wet. In summer your child will need to bring along a named hat and we ask that you sunscreen your child before they arrive in the morning. We will reapply sunscreen at lunchtime. If you prefer your own type or brand of sunscreen you are welcome to bring your own named bottle. During the cooler months we suggest packing warm, wet weather clothing and closed footwear such as gumboots, as we do venture outside. It is also useful to include an additional bag/wet bag for any wet or dirty clothing.

Settling In

We appreciate starting at a new centre may be unsettling at first and we are here to offer as much support to both you and your child, during this time. We recommend visiting preschool with your child at least two to three times prior to starting. You are welcome to stay as long as you need to ensure your child is feeling relaxed and happy and we are more than happy for you to call us during the day to check on your child’s welfare.

Food And Drink

Springbank Preschool encourages healthy eating. It is important that children have sustainable, consistent levels of energy and a good combination of the right vitamins and nutrients together to get them through an active day. We encourage foods such as sandwiches or wraps, yoghurt, fruit, vegetable sticks, cheese or humus dip with crackers.

As we are an enviro-school we ask that you minimise food packaging where possible. Nut-based foods are not permitted at preschool as we have some children who are allergic.

Family Involvement

Springbank Preschool is your place too and we welcome you to be actively involved as much as you wish. If you have an idea, activity or skill you would like to share with the children and teachers please come and talk with us about it. Throughout the centre look out for our many wall displays and notice boards, which detail the children’s current play, learning and centre happenings.

Your child will receive an online portfolio through Storypark with learning stories that highlight some of your child’s activities and learning during their day. We will email families when a new individual or group story has been uploaded and encourage families to contribute their own stories and news any time. Storypark is also used to share Preschool notices, upcoming events, and policy updates for parents.

Throughout the year there are several events that take place such as: Matariki, jump offs, Mother’s & Father’s Day celebrations, sports days, excursions and family BBQs. These are great opportunities for you to meet other families and enjoy great company.

Find Us On Facebook

Check out our Preschool page on Facebook, which will give you a fantastic insight as to what we get up to on a regular basis.

https://www.facebook.com/SpringbankPreschool

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