Simple September: Creating Stability for New and Returning Families at Nursery

04/09/2025 40 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10
Simple September: Creating Stability for New and Returning Families at Nursery

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“Put your big girl pants on. Be brave. Love your team. Support them. Enjoy your new families and build your community.” – Laura, Nursery ManagerWhat dowe mean by ‘Simple September’ at Atelier? In this episode we’re discussing one of the busiest (and most important) times of the Early Years calendar: September. Whether you're welcoming new babies, supporting toddlers through transition, or helping your older children take the next step, this episode is a full walkthrough of how we at Atelier prepare our team, environment and systems for a smooth and emotionally intelligent start to the academic year.From operations and environment to staff wellbeing and communication, we’re sharing what Simple September really means in practice, and how slowing down, staying consistent and leading with empathy is the way to go when welcoming a new cohort of children and families into your nursery.In this episode:What “Simple September” means and how it supports children, staff and families alikeHow we maintain consistency in environment, rhythm and routines (and why)Managing key person attachments, transitions and new children with careHow we support new leaders and deputies during their first SeptemberWhat we intentionally don’t do in September (and why that matters)Family communication tipsThe power of Reflect & Connect sessions and ‘10-minute talks’Real examples of small changes that improve flow, reduce stress and build connectionFind out more:Website and newsletter: ateliernursery.co.ukInstagram: @ateliernurseryltdConsultancy enquiries: Contact us via our websiteTogether, we’ll unlock the potential for incredible growth and learning.Atelier Talks is a Decibelle Creative original podcastProduced by Decibelle Creative – decibellecreative.com / @decibelle_creativeKeywords: nursery start of term, September in EYFS, key person approach, Early Years transitions, simple September nursery, new cohort planning, mixed-age nursery, predictable environment, attachment in early years, managing change, early years leadership, Reflect and Connect, family communication nursery, Reggio-inspired settling

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