EYFS Settling-In & Separation Support Pack

A 14-page editable and printable EYFS pack for supporting children during settling-in, separation and the first weeks in a new setting.

Designed for Nursery, Preschool and Reception practitioners, this child-centred pack helps staff gather useful family information, record objective observations, recognise patterns and plan consistent support.

What is included:

• Family starting information form
• Strengths-first child profile
• Comfort map
• Communication and sensory preferences
• First-day observation form
• Separation moment record
• Five-day settling-in tracker
• Week 1 and Week 2 reviews
• Home-setting conversation record
• Small-step support plan
• Final review and next steps
• Quick-start guidance

Files included:

• Editable Word document with clickable checkboxes
• Print-ready A4 PDF
• 14 pages in each format

Suitable for individual children during entry, transition or separation periods. Practitioners can use the complete pack or select only the pages needed.

This resource supports everyday observation, communication and planning. It does not replace safeguarding, health, SEND or statutory procedures.