The Preschool Dilemma: To Send or Not to Send?

Parents often wonder whether,when given the option,they should put their child into a PreSchool or keep them at home until Kindergarten.With the best intentions for our kids,there's often pressure around us to do the 'right thing’,and the question of whether they should be going to a PreSchool before school age is always on our minds.

PreSchool can be beneficial in many ways for young children.Trained teachers set up classrooms that help build children's language,fine motor,social-emotional and thinking skills.They use sensory play,different toys,and engage children in hands-on ways.Among other things,PreSchool teaches children how to eat independently,pour drinks,problem-solve,share,and communicate with others around them.Many parents also find that when their child has been in a PreSchool,the move into Kindergarten can be smoother and easier for both the family and the child.

On the other hand,PreSchool can also be a tough transition.A young child might not fully
understand that their family will be back the same day to pick them up.As part of their routine, PreSchools have story time or group activities where children are expected to sit for longer periods, and some children simply aren't ready for that yet.Another common thing in PreSchool is biting - often just a natural response as children figure out how to use their words instead.While normal for a young child,it can still create tension and stress for families when it happens repeatedly.

Whether your child should go to PreSchool or not isn't a straightforward answer,because therereally isn't one right way.Every child,family and situation is different,so what works well for one may not be best for another.

If you have the option and choose not to send your child to PreSchool before Kindergarten,there are still plenty of ways to help them grow and learn at home.First,don't be afraid to bring your child along on errands like grocery shopping or appointments.You might be surprised at how meaningful these everyday things feel to children —and doing them with a parent is a big bonus!  Out and about,children get to meet different people and learn about the world they're still figuring out.At home,there are lots of ideas on Instagram or Facebook for simple sensory play,activities you can do together,or little setups for your child to explore on their own.One tip many parents find useful is not having every toy out all the time.Rotating toys can spark creativity and
imagination in ways that surprise you.

When it comes to PreSchools,it really is a family decision.Parents often feel pressured into doing something just because 'others are doing it.'But remember:you know your child best.The most important thing is to approach them with an understanding of their uniqueness,and decide what's best for them—and for us —as we help them grow into kind,capable human beings.