Separation anxiety is a fact and can be tough at times. It almost seems heartless to leave your toddler, especially if they are crying or clinging onto you & not wanting you to leave. It’s extremely overwhelming to say good bye with a smile and leave. It’s even worse, if you find yourself going through this whole ordeal again the next day or coming days.
As a new generation parent, you start looking for separation anxiety tips when this dawns onto you. You would even google desperately to find answers. All the gyan you read on the internet is more of theory. I being an educator myself, dealing with new & anxious kids and parents every year, experienced this when it came on to me.
My nephews were with us and I still remember their first day at school. We were waiting for their school bus and as soon as we put them in and said bye, they started howling. Believe me, that was the worst sight. My heart just sank and I wished to take out my car and race behind the school bus and get my kids off it. I was surprised that my brother and sister-in-law were very calm and they told me to have faith in the school. I laughed listening to this as these use to be my words to parents at my school.
Since then, I am extremely sensitive to this subject. As a Preschool Owner I experience it with my preschool students & their parents. It is hard & we at Niño & Niña Preschool address this with our parents before school even begins. Their biggest fear is that we will make kids stay at school while they are crying the entire time. We assure them that this will not be the case. We too want this preschool experience to be a positive one for both the child & the parent.
We want both to feel safe and loved.
That is our goal starting the very first day.
How We Handle Separation Anxiety At Niño & Niña Preschool
When we open our school gate each morning, a preschool staff as well as educator greets each child with a warm welcome. We ask the parents to say good bye at their door as we have seen that shorter good byes seem to be easier.
Our staff gently takes the child, giving them love and getting him involved in an activity.
If a parent says good bye to a tearful child, we would send a text and a photograph showing their child happily engaged in an activity. This is probably the biggest comfort for parents.
If the child is having a real hard time, we will call the parent. We’d rather have a shorter day, hoping that the next day we can go a bit longer.
We believe in building a relationship with the child and with the parent. The child only needs to feel comfortable and secure. At Niño & Niña we strive to work towards this. Our moto being, We Settle The Child As Well As The Parent.
The main thing is that we let our parents know and feel that we are sensitive to the situation.
-DIVYA JOSHI
Divya Aggarwal
July 7, 2025Dropping him at school and waving goodbye while watching him cry was one of my biggest fears before enrolling him at Nino and Nina. But your tips and guidance truly made a difference. As expected, there were a few meltdowns in the initial days, but what gave me comfort was knowing he was happy once inside. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team at Nino and Nina for the warmth and care you’ve shown from the very first step — and for making learning such a fun-filled experience for our little ones.
Pooja Rajput
July 7, 2025We are deeply grateful to the entire team at Nino and Nina for the love and care you’ve extended from the very beginning. At first, we were quite nervous about being away from him, but your constant encouragement and gentle support put our hearts at ease. Over time, we saw a remarkable transformation — he began going to school with excitement and coming back with a smile. What once felt difficult has now turned into complete reassurance, as we see him grow, and truly enjoy his learning journey. Thank you for turning school into such a happy and nurturing experience for our child.
Preeti Choudhary Nagrath
July 7, 2025On my daughter’s first day at Ninonina School, I was understandably anxious, as she had never been apart from me before. However, the teachers and staff handled her with great care and sensitivity throughout the three-hour session. When I arrived to pick her up, she was smiling brightly, a clear sign that she had enjoyed her time there. I truly appreciate the support and professionalism of the entire staff.
Manali Arora
July 8, 2025So true! The school settled not just the child but also us as parents. I still remember how Divya Ma’am and Nishchal Sir assured us, saying “don’t worry, she will be fine,” and explained how they would gradually increase her time so she wouldn’t resist coming. They also shared how they focus on building a relationship with the child first—once that bond is there, the child feels comfortable and secure. I was wondering if the crying was just about separation, but they patiently explained that once a child understands she will be picked up in a few hours, she begins to trust the routine and process. And yes, the way every child is welcomed with a smile and a warm greeting each day makes such a difference! Gradually, everything started making sense, and the team helped us navigate this milestone so beautifully. How important a good preschool can be! Thank you, Niño & Niña team, for making this journey so smooth for us. ❤️
Shivangi Batra
July 8, 2025I am grateful to find school like Niño & Niña and to have wonderful teachers and didi’s… I am so relaxed that my kid is going to the right place … This blog is beautifully penned down mentioning the real anxiety of parents and negative association of child and the way you deal it .😍 We really appreciate all your efforts. 🙏❤️
Amrita Joshi
July 8, 2025What a comforting read. I feel I have become the ambassador of Nino Nina. When friends n family ask about camera accessibility , I smile and say it’s there for your mental satisfaction. Being first time mom, I never installed camera app on my phone. My husband used to show me at times and even when we used to see her crying, before we had any second thought, we used to get happy pictures playing in ball pool in no time. The girl who still tracks my washroom movements, stays happily for 8 hours. Best didi’s and best food. How happily I get to hear today we ate pink paratha. Though its beetroot paratha at times we hesitate to eat 😁 So much to write, ending on a very grateful note to Divya Ma’am, Nischal Sir and all amazing teachers.