Choosing childcare

How Many Days a Week Should a Child Go to Nursery?

How to think about nursery hours and days based on your family's routine, your child's needs and the setting's offer.

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There is no universal number of nursery days that is right for every child. Families often balance work, cost, availability and what works for the child.

Consider consistency

Children often benefit from predictable routines. If your child attends irregularly, ask the setting how it supports them to remember routines and relationships.

Discuss your preferred pattern with the nursery and consider how it will work as your child gets older.

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