Choosing a preschool for your little one is a big decision. We all want the absolute best for our children and the preschool we choose to enrol them in can help build the solid foundation needed for success later in life.

The quality of preschools varies considerably, so it’s important that parents are informed before making their choice.

A quick walk through a preschool can teach you a lot about the type of education your child will receive there. We’ve summarised a few points you need to look out for.

• What is the communication like between the children and the adults?

Early childhood development is built on trusting relationships. It’s important that teachers and carers approach children in an understanding, nurturing, and encouraging way.

Although positive relationships are hard to define, they are easy to see.

• How is inappropriate behaviour treated?

Children in preschool are all developing their social and emotional skills as well as self-regulation. They’re still learning to share toys and how to express their frustrations in words.

Good teachers will help develop those skills by instilling consistent routines and tools such as turn- taking, language that can be used when there is conflict and games for children when they need to be physically active.

• What is the atmosphere like in the classroom?

Play is an important vehicle for learning, and a fun and joyful classroom is a must.

An environment conducive to learning will have structure, provide new activities and challenges, stimulate ideas, and encourage children to think deeper.

• Are the children active?

Children are full of energy and when contained, they are unfairly forced to try and contain it.

Outdoor playtime is just as important as indoor classroom time. It’s important that an equal amount of time is given to each.

• Do the staff seem happy and enthusiastic?

Working with children is a tough job. Successful teachers have regular professional development and support from their employer, as well as positive relationships with all their fellow staff members.

A consistent turnover of staff can be a warning sign of systemic problems.

Kay-Dee Preschool in Mowbray

Kay-Dee Educare Centre provides an amazing learning environment for children.

Enrolment for 2021 is open and we’re filling up quickly. Contact us for more information regarding our Preschool in Mowbray.