--- title: Settling-In Process. date: 2026-06-25T16:10:00+01:00 author: "Adam Sage, CEO, MiChild Group" canonical_url: "https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/settling-in-process" section: Pages --- [## Home.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/)[## About Us.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/about-us)[## Our Nurseries.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/our-nurseries)[## Learning.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/learning)[## Family Zone.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families)[## Join Our Team.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/join-our-team)[## News & Stories.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/blog)[0800 307 0155 0800 307 0155 ](tel:0800-307-0155)[Contact Us Contact Us ](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/contact) # Settling-In Process. [Make An Enquiry Make An Enquiry ](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/contact)[Download Our Brochure Download Our Brochure ](https://michild-nurseries.files.svdcdn.com/production/files/MiChild-Brochure-2026.pdf?dm=1784796648) ![DSC01693](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC01693.jpg?w=1200&h=675&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785521873&s=45100703b7c431be3727bb734b208901) ![PANA0233 png](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/PANA0233-png.png?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785488711&s=a23cc4af194d2cdf5492a595bf14621b) ## Meeting The Team. Your journey begins with a meeting with the nursery manager and your child’s key person. This is your chance to ask questions, share information about your child, and start building a relationship with the people who will care for them. ![Parent form image](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/AdobeStock_2035726636.jpeg?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785522622&s=ed73b563c34dcb5fd3e7c1f46008d7b3) ## The ‘All About Me’ Document. Together with your key person, you will complete a detailed ‘All About Me’ document that captures everything important about your child: their routines, likes, comfort items, dietary needs and family background. This document stays with your child throughout their time at MiChild. ![DSC04696](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC04696.jpg?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785522754&s=ebafa806e038355feec14e13c12679f9) ## A Minimum Of Five Settling-In Sessions. We ask for at least five settling sessions, with the length gradually increasing as your child becomes more comfortable. Some children may need more sessions, and that is absolutely fine. We follow your child’s lead. ![Increased res food image May 01 2026 at 10 33 09](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/increased-res-food-image-May-01-2026-at-10.33.09.png?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785527119&s=37482942eca4616fc591b834c3177465) ## Mealtime Session. At least one settling session takes place during a mealtime, so you can see exactly how mealtimes work and feel confident about the food your child will enjoy. ![DSC04715](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC04715.jpg?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785522750&s=70383bcdb4ee27e3b82e0a0b6d0fdc52) ## Building Attachment. The settling process is about building a secure attachment between your child and their key person. Gradual separation ensures your child feels safe and happy before they begin their full sessions. ![DSC02775](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC02775.jpg?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785522873&s=171dd77cf5d702fd33d747ca171deae9) ## Room Transitions. When your child moves to a new room, a fresh ‘All About Me’ document is completed with their new key person, ensuring continuity and familiarity at every stage. ![DSC02236](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC02236.jpg?w=1200&h=900&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785522941&s=d901fdfb5acc87356d7a5a618c992493) ## Our Settling-In Approach. Our settling-in approach reflects our wider philosophy: every child is unique, and every family deserves the time and support they need to feel confident in their nursery choice. [Find Your Nearest Nursery Find Your Nearest Nursery ](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/find-your-nursery) ## Useful Information. [![DSC01728](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/DSC01728.jpg?w=1200&h=675&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1785523114&s=d7fb0f2882a9d8d991e0daea8890f802)](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/session-types-and-hours)[## Session Types And Hours.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/session-types-and-hours) MiChild nurseries offer flexible funding sessions designed to suit the needs of working families. Because each of our 14 nurseries has different opening hours and session structures, we encourage you to speak directly with your nursery manager for detailed information about the sessions available at your chosen setting. [Find Out More Find Out More ](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/session-types-and-hours) [![Famly app phone thumbnail](https://michild-nurseries.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/images/famly-app-phone-thumbnail.jpg?w=1200&h=675&q=80&fm=webp&fit=crop&crop=focalpoint&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&dm=1782731898&s=a1677723fb62fddcb3fc61b537101d13)](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/family-zone-famly-app)[## Famly App.](https://michildnurseries.co.uk/families/family-zone-famly-app) At MiChild, we use Famly, a trusted third-party nursery management platform, to keep you connected with your child’s learning and development. 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