what should my 3 and half year old know to start pre school?

Answer 1

nothing except that his parents love him, support him and remind him that mommy and daddy always come back.......that is what is going on in the mind of my 3 year old grandson. Kids who are three are in pre school to learn to PLAY with others......don't worry Mom!!!!
You guys are taking this way toooo seriously. An early childhood development degree would be a plus, but a certified teacher is not necessary for a 3 year old.

Answer 2

He /she should have good self help skills (potty trained, feeding self, wiping nose with a tissue), but anything more than that is just a bonus. They go to preschool to learn, so if it's a good quality program, they will be teaching them how to function in a group, how to sit and listen to a story, how to count, know their colors & shapes, etc. BTW, when looking for a good school, ask how long the teachers have worked there. You don't want your child forming attachments then having the teacher quit. Low quality schools will not be able to keep their teachers and will have a high turnover. Also find out if the teachers have any type of certification or degree. It does make a difference in the care your child gets. Good luck.

Answer 3

Before your 3 year old starts pre school you might want to go over things like colors, shapes, counting to 10, the alphabet........Im sure alot of the kids there will know these things. Also be sure he/she is potty trained as there alot of pre school teachers that will request your child know how to use the potty and be fully potty trained.

I hope this helps some.

Answer 4

It's going to be pretty easy stuff. Make sure he doesn't have separation anxiety and that he's potty trained, and maybe that he can feed himself. Does he greet people? Does he know his first and last name when asked? Does he have a general idea of where he lives?(like next to a gas station, or that way, or next to the park) Does he know the names of the people in his family? Ask him if he is a boy or a girl? Has he had practice with child size scissors? Does he have practice either bouncing or kicking a ball? These are some of the things that we assess them in the beginning of our program.

Answer 5

How to share, hopefully to understand the word no and yes. Many things are taught in preschool, so just that school is a fun place to learn would be a great start. Also if they are able to express the need to potty then I think they're ready.!

Answer 6

The most important thing your child should know before starting pre school is who you should talk to if you are having a problem. Other things that are important, are going to the restroom by him or herself, and being able to put on clothes independently.

Answer 7

Well i think that your 3 year old should no there abc, know whats wrong and right, not to bit, listen to the teacher.

Answer 8

I would agree with curly98. The child should know basic numbers and letters. They should be able to say their age , and show how many with their fingers. Be able to say their full name, and be able to use things like glue sticks, child scissors and pencils. Most schools will assess these things anyways. Congradulations to you and your child for reaching this milestone.

Answer 9

you really don't need to know much. It basically day-care. Some preschools might teach him/her things like the alphabet or counting to ten, but other than that, all they need to know is how to go to the bathroom in the "big toilet".

Answer 10

Most preschools want children to be toilet trained and up on their immunizations. Your child's thesis isn't needed until Kindergarten.