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Fallen out with babies nursery - do I remove DD?

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Rainbows08 · 02/06/2025 17:37

DD is only 1 year old and been in nursery for 3 months now.

Me and DH have at times not been happy with the way they have dealt with some things and send DD home at the tiniest of inconvenience (we have found this also seems to be linked to when not all staff turn up to work….)

Last week the nursery manager called me and basically spoke to me like a piece of sh*t - like I don’t know my child and I’m not a good parent as I haven’t come to pick her up for a nothing problem (baby has a cold but is fine)

The way she spoke to me was awful and ruined my day, colleagues even commented that they noticed I was quiet that day. I feel really angry about the way she spoke to me like I was some stupid little girl (I’m 38…) - since she has called about other things and I refuse to pick the phone up and let her speak to DH.

In short, should I remove my DD from this nursery? It makes me question whether they are actually nice people and if my DD is in safe hands?

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Mayspring · 03/06/2025 21:31

Gyozas · 03/06/2025 14:57

No they bloody don’t! 🤣 our nurseries were both excellent and used common sense. Mine was only sent home once when he was sick.

This is clearly a ratio issue.

Unfortunately common sense seems to be something lacking greatly x

converseandjeans · 03/06/2025 21:42

I would also suggest a childminder - smaller numbers means less exposure to illness. Mine never picked any bugs up. She would also have a quiet day if they weren’t 100%. I don’t think it’s as exhausting for the child either as they’re not navigating large numbers of other children all day. Pretty sure they get outside more too. Little walk to post office or school pick up. It’s a bit more like being with a parent.

boredoflaundry · 03/06/2025 22:55

level13dangerzone · 02/06/2025 17:56

I'd remove her yes.... However you will probably find most nursery send home for illness/colds etc

Agree!
if baby has only been at nursery three months and got more than 50% attendance you’re either incredibly fortunate or pushing your luck! … though it has been warm and hopefully not too many bugs about.

nursery’s send kids home with colds … one year olds might be ok with their mum, but miserable in different settings if they aren’t feeling great!

change nurseries. Accept this is how nurseries work, or you’re gonna be moving A LOT and not giving your child any stability.

olympicsrock · 03/06/2025 23:06

Broken relationship now. Find new childcare before you are asked to leave

Ifpicklesweretickles · 04/06/2025 09:25

converseandjeans · 03/06/2025 21:42

I would also suggest a childminder - smaller numbers means less exposure to illness. Mine never picked any bugs up. She would also have a quiet day if they weren’t 100%. I don’t think it’s as exhausting for the child either as they’re not navigating large numbers of other children all day. Pretty sure they get outside more too. Little walk to post office or school pick up. It’s a bit more like being with a parent.

You'd never know what happens there, and they'll be getting all the same bugs through reception. Many don't work in half term or holidays.
She needs a better nursery. Most aren't like that.

Mysterian · 04/06/2025 19:21

You need to leave. They need to ask you to leave.

If there's an issue and an ambulance is called and they need to give immediate medication, how do they get permission? Nursery can't do it. That's what people mean by negligent.

Banannanana · 07/06/2025 15:40

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