Working in Partnership with Parents

At Dream Childcare, we believe that children flourish when parents and practitioners work together as a team. Your knowledge of your child is invaluable, and we see you as an essential partner in their learning, growth, and wellbeing.

To support learning both at nursery and at home, we provide several ways to connect, share ideas, and inspire curiosity:

Little Pips Bookworm Club

Our Bookworm Club encourages parents and babies to explore stories together. We share recommended books, storytelling tips, and simple reading activities, helping babies develop early language skills and a love of reading.

Apple Tree Cottage Literacy Club

Our Apple Tree Cottage Literacy Club provides families with a carefully selected book each month to take home and enjoy together. This encourages shared reading, supports language development, and helps children build early literacy skills in a fun and interactive way.

Tapestry Observations

Through Tapestry, we share photos, videos, and observations of your child’s learning and development. Parents can view their child’s experiences in the nursery, comment on them, and even share learning moments from home. This digital connection helps children feel valued and supported across both environments.

Monthly Newsletters & Concept Ideas

Each month, we introduce a new concept in the baby room and toddler spaces. Our monthly newsletters include ideas and activities you can try at home to extend your child’s learning, spark curiosity, and reinforce the experiences they enjoy at nursery.

Shared Learning & Celebration

We celebrate your child’s achievements together, whether it’s through photos, observations, or feedback on home activities. By sharing successes and ideas, we strengthen the connection between home and nursery, ensuring every child feels confident, supported, and valued on their learning journey.