Welcoming Families From Around the World

1. Learn what their views are on education 
2. Think of ways to relate their views and what we have to offer here at our center
3. Study key facts about the country that was I can show the family I am interested in the new culture experience they will be bringing to our center. 
4. Learn what holidays or special celebrations that are key to their cultural and speak with teachers of the classrooms the children will be going into, and think of ways of adding these celebrations to our curriculum.
5. Be able to relate to the families special needs and be sure to find a way to accommodate them. 

From previous experience I have learned how important it is to know as much information about a new possible family coming into your center. Especially when coming from a different country the center has to keep in mind this is the first representation of how a new place. I would hope incorporating these five ideas that it will make the family feel at ease and comfortable with their children being in our care.