On arrival at the security gate, parents have to show GREEN on the Ehteraz App.

The child will visit the Nurse in the Wellness Room and the parent will wait outside briefly whilst the Nurse checks the child’s wellness. Only after approval from the Nurse the parent may leave.

Please note medication will not be accepted in the Nursery. If your child is taking medication then please let your child stay at home. If your child is sick, she/he will not be accepted into the Nursery.

Parents are forbidden to send their child in the event that they or their child has come into contact with anyone who has tested positive for Coronavirus. Also, the parent to inform the nursery in such case.

If the child or anyone in the family tests positive for Coronavirus, your child may only return on day 8(after a negative RAT from an approved medical facility taken on day 7) or on day 11 after completion of 10 days quarantine.

Transition/Settling Down Period

During the transition period whilst your child is settling into the Nursery routine, we may ask you to keep the hours shorter for the benefit of your child. It is important that your child settles comfortably and confidently without feeling any pressure. The settling down period is extremely important and we will do everything we can to ensure that this process runs smoothly.

Accidents and Illness

Daffodils Nursery, Doha reserves the right to administer basic first aid and treatment when necessary.

Parents are required to inform us of any update in the child’s immunization record.

Parents will be informed of all accidents. For accidents of a more serious nature, involving hospital treatment, all attempts will be made by the Nursery staff to contact the parents but failing this, Daffodils Nursery, Doha are hereby authorised to act on behalf of parents to initiate necessary treatment.

Daffodils Nursery, Doha follows a strict sickness policy. We provide a full-time qualified nurse that checks the children regularly. Children are routinely checked upon arrival and in case of any health concerns the parents will be informed.

If a child becomes sick at the nursery, the parents will be contacted immediately. The child should be picked up from the nursery within 30 minutes of the initial telephone call.

In line with our aim to provide a healthy and safe environment for the children and the staff, Daffodils Nursery, Doha will not accept sick children. After a period of sickness absence, the child will be permitted to return to the Nursery with a ‘Fit Certificate’ issued by any Medical Facility.

The qualified nurse at Daffodils Nursery, Doha will ensure the best health and hygiene standards are met, thus the nursery’s policies must be adhered to. The nurse at Daffodils Nursery, Doha will make the final decision concerning any child’s wellness.

If a child is discovered to have lice, he/ she will need to be picked up as soon as possible to avoid any unwanted spreading. The child will need to be treated for the head lice and nits until clear of the condition. Upon their return, the nurse on duty at the nursery will check to confirm this and only then the child will be allowed to resume their class.

Allergy Information

Parents are requested to inform the Nursery of any food, medicine, activity or any other circumstances that may cause the child to have an allergic reaction/ allergy. Parents must provide details, in writing, of the severity of the reaction/ allergy and must continue to inform the Nursery of any changes/progress to the condition, in writing, when they become aware. Parents are requested to update the Nursery for any changes in the records of the child.

Health & Nutrition

The Nursery encourages and promotes healthy food which includes fruits, vegetables, healthy carbohydrates, protein and dairy. Therefore, the following items are not permitted and will be returned home: Nuts, chocolate, chocolate cake, chewing gum, lolly pops, sugary food, flavoured milk and heavily fried foods.

Safety

Safety of the children is our number one priority therefore we have implemented the following safety measures:

• We have a full-time security guard who is on the gate at all times.
• We have a dedicated hygiene officer to supervise and maintain the hygiene of our nursery on a daily basis.
• We have a camera system that covers all areas of the nursery.
• We run regular fire drills to ensure our staff and children act in the safest and quickest manner.

Under no circumstances will the child be allowed to leave the Nursery with anyone unknown to Nursery staff unless the parent has previously arranged for this and informed in advance. If the parent has made alternative arrangements by telephone, the Nursery will require the name, ID and contact number of the person permitted to collect the child and proof of identity will be required upon arrival at the Nursery.
A list of responsible adults who are authorised to collect the child should be given to the Nursery Office.

Personal Belongings

Although every reasonable effort will be made by the Nursery staff to ensure the children’s belongings are not lost or damaged, Daffodils Nursery, Doha cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to children’s property. Practical ‘inexpensive’ clothing is strongly recommended for children attending the Nursery. Jewellery is not permitted and will be removed from the child and kept in the bag if worn.

Use of Photography within Daffodils Nursery, Doha

Photos are regularly taken of the children during their activities. These photos are used for either:
Class Dojo groups – photos are sent via these groups to share with the parents.

From time to time we may use some images to upload for Advertising (Facebook, Website, Flyers etc). If you do NOT consent to this please inform us in writing.