I couldn't sleep on Sunday night as thousand and one possibilities invaded my mind... I was worried sick about Alfee's first day in Nursery. Despite all the prep work we have done and the reassurance given by his school, I was still a nervous wreck.
It's pure coincidental for Alfee to start Nursery on the day he turns 2.5 yrs old. Frankly, I planned for Term 2 earliest. Yet, I am glad he's finally in Nursery this week. So far, he has been wonderful in school. He feels comfortable with the teachers and environment. He did hit his forehead once but I guess that's inevitable for an active boy like him.
The plan was for him to do short days this week and full day next week, but he's going to do full day tomorrow. We think he's ok and we should just go ahead. That's good news! I was worried that he would have problem adjusting since Sophie was no longer there to watch over him. Apparently, he is independent like Sophie.
I think both adjusted very well in their kindergarten because of Cherrytots. They went through half a year of the parent accompanied programme before moving on to the preschool programme. Thus, the teachers and the school itself seem familiar.
I have also been told that kids are usually more adaptable if their mum is the primary caregiver. This is something I consistently observed from my kids. They are very comfortable to 'abandon' me and explore a new environment. Perhaps they are sick of me hovering around above them always.
Well, it's time to let go of the two little birdies so they can fly higher and further. Ms Stephanie once told me that children need to to away from their parents to be themselves, to develop their own identity and basically grow. On their own, they will strive towards their potential and mature.
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