I just found out today that it's the last day for Kindergarten registration for next year, when my 4 year old will be going to school. I don't want to register him for kindergarten.. it's too soon. I don't even think I'm going to be able to let him go to school next year. Do all mom's feel this way when their first kid goes to school? Or am I just being overprotective and selfish?
2006-10-20 01:33:50 · 20 answers · asked by Imani 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I live in Canada and they register kids for kindergarten the year before. That's just the way it is.
2006-10-20 01:44:28 · update #1
He's going to be 5 in October 2007, after kindergarten starts.. but here in Canada as long as you're 5 the year kindergarten 'starts' the you go. Kindergarten starts Sept 2007 , he's going to be 5 in 2007... he has to go.
2006-10-20 01:57:00 · update #2
Yes it is normal for you to feel this way. Let me tell you my son who is the second child just started kindergarten this year and boy did I cry when that school bus pulled off it was like his funeral. I cried all day and for the next 3 days when he left. I walked around the house with his bear that he sleeps with just waiting for school to get out. I tried building myself up all Summer Long knowing that he was gonna start school and though I was gonna be OK with it but I was sooooooo not OK the first 3 days. It has gotten a little easier but I still feel a bit of sadness when he gets on that damn bus. Your right he does have to go and that is what people told me too and I said easy for you to say he's not your baby. In the long run though it will be good for both of you. He needs to learn how to deal with out mom and vise verse. My son loves school every day when I ask him how was your day I get the same answer FANTASTIC!!! So speaking from resent experience try and relax and let the process happen. The first day of school will still be your worst day ever but I'm sure it will be his best. Good Luck
2006-10-20 02:52:49 · answer #1 · answered by Chynna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I felt this way when my daughter started kindergarten this year. She is my only child and I can't have any more children. She is the world to me. I was so sad when she started school, it was so hard. I am an overprotective mom, I don't even let her ride the bus) But as time went on, I realized that this was the best choice. (Because the only other option is home school) She is learning how to interact with other kids and adults, which is wonderful because she's so shy.Social skills are so important and will benefit them greatly. And when she brings home her papers she is so proud to show me what she's learned. I know he will not be 5 until October but you should send him anyway. My daughter didn't turn 5 until right before school and she's doing fine. I help her with learning at home also. You don't want to send him to kindergarten too late, I grew up with kids that were sent to school late and they always felt that they should be in the next grade, or the other kids thought that he failed a grade and didn't want to tell anybody about it. You are not being selfish, just overprotective. There's nothing wrong with that, but don't let it get in the way of what's best for your child.
2006-10-20 08:57:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
When will your kid be 5? In most states, If it's not before September 1, he can't even go to kindergarten. Don't get yourself too worked up...kindergarten is a big step for you and your child. Yes, you will feel like you're giving away your baby, but after a couple of weeks, you will realize that he's ok, you're ok, and you'll actually start to enjoy the free time during the day!
2006-10-20 08:46:57 · answer #3 · answered by rdnck_grl_ms_007 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
its naturally to not want to let your kids go. i was like that with my first one. i have baby number 5 at home and i cannot wait to send her off. haha. it's kinda early to begin registration for the next school year though, usually they don't start registration till the actually year. sometimes children that have just turned 5 are at a disadvantage when entering kindergarten. especially if they haven't attended a pre-kindergarten program. my son missed the deadline for kindergarten by one day, so we held him back until the following year. its alot easier for him. my oldest started the month she turned 5 and she was behind in writing and reading. of course i was a new parent many years ago and i didn't work with her at home like i should have. i think its better to wait, they'll be more mature for school.
2006-10-20 08:41:06 · answer #4 · answered by haikuhi2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know how it is in canada, i'm assuming the age is 5 as well if you're enrolling him now... But anywho.. Yes, it is perfectly natural to feel that way. I cried my eyes out on my sons first day of kindergarten and he kind of just looked at me funny, gave me a kis said he loved me and went off to school.. I thought the CHILD was supposed to be upset, but I took it WAY harder than he did... Also, I talked to a million friends about this and they all felt the same way. You're going to cry, and be upset, but when you see how much fun he has you'll cheer up. Good luck to you!
2006-10-20 08:48:20 · answer #5 · answered by getting large with baby 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Most moms feel like that, some more then others. I have a birthday in October and my mom always said that she wishes that she had made me wait another year before starting school. Talk to your sons school and see what they have to say but do not not register your son because your not ready. You will have to let him go to school someday, weather he is 5 or 18.
2006-10-20 13:47:43 · answer #6 · answered by applecrisp 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Okay, you are being a bit overprotective...but that's okay school is a big step.
I feel the most important part of being a parent is making sure that my children are strong, and independant. And that means that I have to be able to let go. I have to trust in my children to make the right decisions and do the right things when they are not with me. And it is so hard...much harder than I ever thought...but we get through it...and you will too. Sometimes being a parent mean sucking up the fear ( a lot of it) and doing the right thing...
Sign your baby up for school. Let him start to spred those wings...it's okay to cry after he gets on the bus and it pulls around the corner...we've all done it. And someday he will to...
2006-10-20 08:50:01 · answer #7 · answered by Barbiq 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
He is not too young if he is going to be 5 when kindergarten starts again. Yes all moms feels this way. I was overprotective too. It's is time to cute the apron strings though.
2006-10-20 08:45:33 · answer #8 · answered by couchP56 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The way you are feeling is perfectly normal. My oldest son started kindergarten this year and I cried the entire day lol. You really do need to register him for school though, he really needs that interaction with other kids his age. It is very important for his development. Rest assured that it will get easier.
2006-10-20 10:18:00 · answer #9 · answered by eka77_95 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
here in australia, they go to kinder at 4 and start school at 5. When i was that age i went to kinder when i was 3 and school when i was 4. Its not too young. I loved it back then, i can still remember. I will probably go through the same thing with my son though, but i still have a few years till i get to that. I think its good for them to go to kinder as they get to interact with other kids and play games and they really do have alot of fun there. It just gives them something different to do. And as far as i know, kinder is only a few days a week. I think you should register him for kinder, it will be good for him. but its also your choice.
2006-10-20 09:16:29 · answer #10 · answered by Jordy[♥] 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋