Biting

[Mamainyorkshire]

Looking for advice..
My two year old has just started nursery and I've been told they're biting multiple times a day without any triggers. My child is around other children outside of nursery, family, friends kids, play groups and play areas and we don't have any issues with this outside of nursery. The nursery are adamant this is a sensory needs issue and feel my toddler has additional needs. I'm not sure I see any signs of this at home and we never have a problem with biting outside of nursery. It's seems to be becoming a massive issue and I'm not sure why or what to do, has anyone else gone through this or something similar ?
TIA

Biting isn't that unusual in a 2 year old but it is quite unusual that it is only happening in one setting. It might be that there are triggers but that nursery staff aren't recognising them. If they feel that your little one has additional needs, what are they suggesting going forward? Do they want you to take him to the GP and ask for assessment? There may be a waiting list and it can take some time. In the meantime, could you go into the nursery and observe to see if you're picking up anything they're missing?

I'm seeing a real increase in parents not taking on board childcare professionals feedback and not wishing to seek help for their children. I've looked after a child who at 2.5, i suggested a referral to SALT. The parents declined. He is now about to start school next September and still isn't a clear talker and will just fall further and further behind as his peers learn phonics etc. Such a shame.

Now, I don't know your child OP, but i do know that the staff see dozens of 2 year olds every year and have a good grasp of when a child needs additional support. I feel it would be odd not to even expore that. If they're wrong, great, carry on. But if not, then early intervention is so important.