A free checklist to share with your incoming families

This free checklist will help your new families feel confident and excited to start at your program! Send it to incoming families early on so they can prepare everything they need for a wonderful and memorable first day. 

Download this checklist to: 

  • Ensure your families bring all the right essentials for their child's first day
  • Add your own notes on specific supplies to bring
  • Help your newest families feel welcome and supported
  • And more!

Why You Want to Download This Checklist for the First Day of School

This free First Day of School Checklist is designed to ensure new families have everything they need for a successful start at your childcare center or preschool. This checklist covers essential items, from important documents and medical forms to comfort items for the children. By providing this resource to families, childcare providers can help them feel prepared and confident, reducing first-day jitters and ensuring a smooth transition for everyone involved.

Families will find this checklist useful for the first day of school. By sharing the checklist with families early, childcare providers can foster a sense of support and community, helping families feel welcomed and included. Additionally, ensuring all necessary items are ready from day one enhances the overall experience for both staff and students, enabling educators to focus more on creating a nurturing and educational environment.

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