For Parents - Lullaby Lane Nurseries

Information for Parents

Sparking connection and curiosity

We want you to feel completely confident when bringing your child to Lullaby Lane Nurseries, which is why we have put this section together for parents needing more information.

We have some fast links here, just click the link and you will be taken where you need to go.

GIRFEC
Care Inspectorate Reports
Pre-Birth to Three
Outdoor Play Guidance
FAQS

Should you have any further questions about our nurseries, our practices, or anything else, please feel free to reach out and connect with us using the button below, or by emailing office@lullabylanenursery.co.uk.

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GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child)

The ‘Getting It Right for Every Child’ approach ensures that anyone working with children, young people and their families that the support provided puts the child or young person – and their family – at the centre.

Safe – protected from abuse, neglect or harm
Healthy – experiencing the highest standards of physical and mental health, and supported to make healthy, safe choices
Achieving – receiving support and guidance in their learning – boosting their skills, confidence and self-esteem
Nurtured – having a nurturing and stimulating place to live and grow
Active – having opportunities to take part in a wide range of activities – helping them to build a fulfilling and happy future
Respected – to be given a voice and involved in the decisions that affect their wellbeing
Responsible – taking an active role within their schools and communities
Included – getting help and guidance to overcome social, educational, physical and economic inequalities; accepted as full members of the communities in which they live and learn.

Care Inspectorate Reports

Here are the latest Care Inspectorate reports for our three nurseries.

Golf It!

Milngavie

Westerton

Pre-Birth to Three

How Lullaby Lane Nursery deliver Pre-birth to Three

Rights of the Child

To be consulted with and have their views and opinions heard and acted upon
To have opportunities to be actively involved in decision making
To be involved in daily planning including planning for transitions
To thrive and be nurtured by loving adults who promote their learning and development
To be treated as individuals and have their individual needs/ preferences met

Relationships

To develop a secure attachment with a caring, consistent and trusted adult
To feel safe, secure and loved
To develop a positive sense of self and feel good about themselves
To communicate and express their needs and feelings and to have these understood
To grow in confidence and be supported to work through new experiences, challenges and conflict

Responsive Care

To be involved in daily and individual routines
To become independent and practice new skills
To explore, experiment and try out new things indoors and out
To develop an awareness about what they know and can do through play
To feel connected to their home environment and the wider community

Respect

To feel included, appreciated and valued as an individual
To develop respect for themselves, others and the environment around them
To have their individual needs, feelings and preferences acknowledged and respected
To have the freedom to express themselves
To value diversity in language, ethnic background, faith and family circumstances

Outdoor Play Guidance

Lullaby Lane Nurseries follows the guidance of the Scottish Government on creating safe, nurturing and inspiring outdoor spaces for children and young people in a childcare setting.

Daycare services which encourage outdoor play are delivering better outcomes for children, the Care Inspectorate has said.

The findings were revealed as Scotland’s Minister for Children and Young People, Aileen Campbell, helped launch a new Care Inspectorate resource which aims to support all daycare services across the country deliver more outdoor play to youngsters.

You can read the minister’s report here.

FAQs for Parents

How do I pay my fees?

Nursery fees are due on the first of the month and can be paid by cash, card or direct debit. We are also able to place children and receive payment via government childcare credits.

What does my fee cover?

Your child’s breakfast, lunch and snacks as well as drinks are covered within your daily/monthly fee. We encourage parents to provide nappies for changing, but can provide nappies if need be.

Do you have a settling in period?

Transitions are an important part of coming to Lullaby Lane, which is why we have a settling in period when your child first comes to us. You are able to spend x hours with your child in the first x weeks, and are allowed to spend additional time settling your child in at morning drop-off.

My child has food allergies, do you accommodate for this?

Yes! If your child has any food allergies or intolerances, we will be able to provide food and drink to accommodate that. We can provide cow’s or non-dairy milk for your child. We also recommend that if your child takes breast/formula milk, that this is provided by the parent/caregiver.

What do I need to bring for my child?

We recommend bringing a change of clothes for your child, which will be safely stored in their own cubby hole. Weather-dependent items like coats, hats and gloves are also recommended.

Can I visit before bringing my child?

Yes, we would be delighted to meet you and your child before placing them at Lullaby Lane. We offer tours and transitions at X:XX, Monday to Friday.

Do you offer term time only childcare?

We offer a range of flexible childcare options, including term time care only. All you need to do is let us know when you need to bring your child to Lullaby Lane.

Do you keep parents updated with what children are doing?

We routinely update parents via the Famly app with developmental milestones, daily activities and any other information relevant to parents.

Do you celebrate events?

We celebrate Christmas (with a special visit from Santa!), Easter, St Andrew’s Day, Diwali, Holi and many other special days. We also have special “graduation” ceremonies and celebrations for children leaving us to go to school.