Is This Too Harsh...

[dcm]

Thank you! My husband and I really like what blackcat wrote.

So, do we single out these two parents and specifically send it to each one or do we send it to the whole group in order not to single anyone out?

[craftymissbeth]

Thank you! My husband and I really like what blackcat wrote.

So, do we single out these two parents and specifically send it to each one or do we send it to the whole group in order not to single anyone out?

I'd send it to the whole group just because everyone needs to know about policy changes even if it doesn't pertain to them.

[TwinKristi]

I'd send it to the whole group just because everyone needs to know about policy changes even if it doesn't pertain to them.

I agree, I just had to change my policy on late fees which really only pertained to ONE parent, not all 4, but I had to have everyone sign it since it's a contract change. I just told the people it didn't pertain to that this has never been an issue, but just a change I'm making to avoid it ever being an issue.

I also agree your other letters were too wordy and explain/defend too much. Go with something short and simple like BC's and you'll be fine. Just short and to the point, no emotion.

[My3cents]

My handbook says:

Please do not allow your child to bring toys or items from home. I have spent an enormous amount of time purchasing developmentally appropriate and educational toys/activities for the children in my care.

When items are brought from home, it can cause undue stress and anxiety for a child. Any item brought into the child care home becomes my responsibility, so please make sure ALL toys/items from home remain in your vehicle so they do not pose an issue here.

Occasionally a child may be invited to bring something from home for sharing purposes. In these situations, items need to be clearly marked with child's name. These items should also be handed directly to the provider and will then be returned directly from provider to parent upon pick up.


The rest is discussed during the interview.

OP since you already have these families in care why not just say something like:

Dear DCP's

Beginning Monday April 21, 2014 items from home will NOT be allowed to be brought into daycare. Please keep ALL personal belongings at home or in your car.

This has become an issue and will no longer be tolerated.

If you have any questions, please feel free to arrange a time in which we can discuss this.

Thank you for working with us to make your child care experience a positive one.

Sincerely

Providers.

less is best- This is good and to the point. Then when a parent can't take an item away, you say to them right them and there. I understand, but you need to take that with you and please don't bring toys to care anymore. put it back on them and make them be the bad guy. Child is upset, you look at the child and you say Mommy knows toys from home can't come to daycare. Sorry, now lets go play.

[My3cents]

Thank you! My husband and I really like what blackcat wrote.

So, do we single out these two parents and specifically send it to each one or do we send it to the whole group in order not to single anyone out?

I would send it to everyone.

[Heidi]

I do NOT allow toys to be brought in from home. ALL toys stay in the car. If they enter my home, they become MY property.

Parents KNOW this upfront.

As for blankets and lovies for napping...they are allowed but are to be brought in BY the parent NOT the child and placed in the child's basket until nap time.

At nap time, the child is allowed to have their blanket but once nap time is over, the blanket goes straight back to their basket

My reasons for not allowing a blanket to be used at any other time is that it is unsanitary and I do not want MORE germs than I already have being drug through house.

I don't allow a child to carry their blanket in because that is where the control issues comes into play. The child "has" possession of it and thinks that you are being mean by taking it away. If they aren't carrying it or in possession of it, there is usually no issue. Unless the parent allows the child to hold it in the car.

...which I NOT my problem...if the child comes in screaming because the parent removed the blanket upon entering, I will ask them to return to their car and come back in when the child is settled down.

I spend an extraordinary amount of time buying and supplying age appropriate toys and activities. There is absolutely NO reason a child NEEDS to bring anything from home.

I refuse to be responsible for them and do NOT want a parent upset that one got broke or is missing. I also do not want to deal with the issues of sharing.

Here, ALL the toys are mine but I will happily share them with the kids.

exactly!

[Unregistered]

This is what I have up

Parents:

Please keep all of your child's personal items at home. The only exception is naptime blankets.

Feel free to let me know if there are any questions or concerns.


Short, simple and to the point.