What to Bring to Childcare
A Simple Guide to Help You and Your Child Feel Ready
We want every morning to feel calm and easy, for you and your child. Below is a practical guide to help you pack everything your child needs for a comfortable, happy day at Milestones. If you're ever unsure, your Centre Manager is always happy to help.
Every Day Essentials
- Labelled water bottle - to keep your child hydrated throughout the day
- Wide-brimmed hat - for safe outdoor play
- A full change of clothes - for spills, water play or toileting accidents (pack extras if your child is toilet training)
- Comfort item if needed - a small toy, blanket or family photo for reassurance
- Rest time sheets - a cot-sized fitted sheet and light blanket (check with your centre for specific requirements)
Additional Items for Babies and Toddlers
- Formula or expressed breastmilk - if required (we have safe storage available)
- Nappies - if your child is not yet toilet trained (most centres provide nappies - please check with your centre)
- Dummies if used - in a labelled container
- Comforter for sleep time - if your child uses one
Seasonal Items
Warm weather:
- Sun-safe clothing (lightweight, covering shoulders)
- Extra changes of clothes for water play days
Cool weather:
- Warm layers - jumper and jacket
- Beanie for outdoor play
- Closed-toe shoes
Please Leave at Home
- Toys from home (except comfort items)
- Valuables or breakable items
- Medications (unless provided to educators with a completed medication form)
- Plastic bags, sharp objects or mobile phones
Lost Property
To help keep track of your child's belongings, please label everything - clothing, shoes, drink bottles and sheets. Check your centre's lost property area regularly and let an educator know if anything goes missing. Our team will always do their best to help.
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