Building Immunity, One Sneeze at a Time
Building Immunity, One Sneeze at a Time
Why Children Get Sick When They Start Nursery — And Why It’s Actually a Good Thing
It’s a story every parent knows too well.
Your little one starts nursery… and suddenly, the sniffles begin.
Before long, you might find yourself wondering: “Why is my child sick again?!” or even “Could it be the nursery?”
We understand — it can be worrying. But here’s the truth: catching common colds and mild infections in the early years is not only normal, it’s actually an important part of building a strong immune system.
Why Illness Spreads More Easily in Nursery Settings
When children join a nursery for the first time, they’re suddenly surrounded by new friends, new environments, and new germs their bodies haven’t encountered before.
Young children’s immune systems are still developing, which means they’re more likely to pick up minor infections such as colds, coughs, or mild tummy bugs.
In addition, many childhood viruses are
contagious before symptoms even appear — meaning a child can seem completely well one day, and only show signs of illness the next. This makes it nearly impossible to prevent exposure altogether, even in the cleanest environment.
Our Health & Hygiene Commitment at Ladybird Nursery
At Ladybird Nursery, your child’s health and safety are our highest priorities.
We follow
strict cleaning and disinfection protocols every single day — from classroom toys and learning materials to bathrooms, shared play areas, and play equipment. Our cleaning schedules are logged, monitored, and carried out using child safe products.
To further ensure a healthy environment:
- We have a full-time qualified nurse on-site, who conducts daily wellness checks for all children.
- Our teachers and assistants are trained to identify early signs of illness and follow our health and exclusion policies carefully.
- We work closely with King’s College Hospital, one of Dubai’s leading medical institutions, for ongoing health and safety guidance.
Every measure we take is designed to protect your child — and every child — while allowing them to enjoy a fun, nurturing, and hygienic learning space.
The Silver Lining: Building Immunity Early
Although it can feel difficult at the time, frequent minor illnesses in early childhood actually help your child’s immune system learn and strengthen.
Each mild infection acts as
a mini “training session” for their immunity, preparing them for a healthier school journey ahead.
Research shows that children who are exposed to common germs earlier in life tend to develop
stronger immune responses later on. In other words — these sniffles now are helping protect them for years to come.
A Shared Responsibility
We believe that good health starts with partnership.
When parents keep unwell children at home and inform the nursery of any illnesses, it helps protect everyone — especially our youngest learners. Likewise, we commit to transparent communication and immediate action whenever a child shows signs of being unwell during the day.
Together, we can create a community where children
learn, grow, and stay well — in both body and mind.
In Summary
If your child seems to catch every bug after joining nursery, please know: you’re not alone, and it doesn’t mean the nursery is unclean or unsafe. It’s part of growing up — and at Ladybird, we’re here to keep your little one as safe, healthy, and happy as possible every step of the way.
Because at Ladybird Nursery,
your child’s well being is always at the heart of everything we do.
