Sleepover Checklist

Before You Agree

• How well do you know the home?
• Is the home clean?
• Is the home in a safe area?
• Does the home have security bars on doors and windows?
• Is your child comfortable in the home?
• Are you comfortable leaving your child in the home overnight?
• Do you know the parents well?
• Are the parents mature and responsible?
• Will they supervise the children throughout the stay?
• Will they remain attentive?

Ask the Parents

• Are there working smoke alarms throughout their home?
• Do they have a well-rehearsed fire escape plan?
• Where will your child be sleeping?
• Do the parents prohibit bedroom candle use by children?

Before the Sleepover

• Know the start and finish time of the sleepover.
• Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep the night before.
• Prepare a backpack and mark it clearly.
• Prepare a child-sized sleeping bag.
• Prepare favourite pillow, toy or blanket.
• Prepare comfortable sleepwear, footwear and socks.
• Prepare a favourite toy, movie or game to share with others.
• Prepare nightlight or flashlight.