Leaving nursery trauma!

[Panicatthedisco]

Help please!!

My DS1 has attended an amazing day care nursery for the last 2 years, and he's finally moving up to primary school. There are about 15 staff who have been heavily involved in his care during the 2 years.

What can I get as a gesture to show my appreciation? I'd like to give more than just the box of chocolates to share thing because they've been so instrumental in my son's care, but then can't really fork out £10 per person on those who have played their part.

Any ideas would be genuinely gratefully received. Thank you!!!

Panic. Still panicking. As always.

Heartfelt cards mean the most, be specific about what you have appreciated about their care & attention, you can get a pack of cards & write a message to each person individually and give it with a single flower. Or one big card with each person named & a bunch of flowers for the staff room.

Then perhaps something for the class so that your son will be remembered- related to his interests, perhaps a floor puzzle or a book with a message inside.

I bought a toy that could be used in the nursery in the future that was a good 'reminder' of DS. It was a soft toy of an animal he particular likes, dressed in a costume similar to one DS used to wear. It came with a passport to record his adventures at the nursery.
Then put in a cake for the staff to share and a thankyou letter.

Thank you so much. I hadn't thought of something to leave the nursery for the other children - great idea, and one I'll definitely be using. I love the idea of a card each for everyone that was involved as well - thanks Apples.

I really appreciate your input!!