Flying Start Family Daycare
What to Bring Each Day
A few familiar and practical items can help your child feel comfortable, confident, and ready for a calm, positive day in care.
Daily Packing Guide
Keep this guide handy as a simple reminder of what your child may need each day.
What to Pack
These are the main items we recommend bringing where applicable.
Drink Bottle
Named if possible
A clearly labelled drink bottle helps children stay hydrated throughout the day and makes it easier to keep personal items organised.
Hat
For outdoor play
A hat is important for outdoor activities and helps support sun safety during play and excursions outside.
Spare Clothes
Comfort and practicality
A full change of clothes is always helpful in case of spills, messy play, toileting accidents, or water play.
Comfort Item
If your child needs one
If your child has a comfort toy, blanket, or familiar item, bringing it can help them settle and feel more secure during the day.
Helpful Reminders
Small preparation steps can make drop-off smoother and help your child feel more settled.
Why It Helps
A Smoother Start to the Day
Having the right items ready helps children settle more easily and allows the day to run more smoothly from the moment they arrive.
Familiar and practical items can make children feel more comfortable, support independence, and help them enjoy daily activities with confidence.
The biggest benefits are often:
- easier drop-offs
- better comfort during the day
- less stress if clothes need changing
- more confidence for children in care
Need to Check Something?
We’re Happy to Help
If you are ever unsure what your child needs to bring, just ask. We’re always happy to help make things easier for families.