I have a two and a half year old girl and was wondering when people generally start their kids in preschool? Is 3 years too early? Or does it depend on the child, whether or not they are ready? I'm a stay at home mom and she has always been at home with me pretty much all day. She never really socializes with kids much other than her younger cousin. I really would like to put her in preschool before she starts Kindergarten so she can be ready for it. Any help on this would be great!
2007-02-08 19:45:57 · 11 answers · asked by Alene 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Check with your school district. I don't think 3 is too young. You are right, she does need to learn socialization skills and learn how to "be a student" before she starts kindergarten. My little cousin went to a babysitter up until he started kindergarten and he had a hard time adjusting to the fact that you have to sit down all day, hang your coat here, do what the teacher tells you. Pre-school helps get them ready. good luck!
2007-02-08 19:51:07 · answer #1 · answered by So_many_questions 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most schools recommend age 3 to start preschool. That way they are usually potty trained and are able to learn the basic skills needed for kindergarten. Preschool is a great way to pave the road for kindergarten and it gives the kids something to look forward to.
2007-02-09 00:58:57 · answer #2 · answered by Melanie A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pre-school my kids use has two rooms, one is for 2-4 year olds and the other room is for 4 years and over. Check out some of the pre-schools in your area and see what age they will take kids. I think it's great to start thinking about some kind of interaction for your daughter with other kids. Family day care is a good option too.
Good Luck
2007-02-08 19:54:17 · answer #3 · answered by skyymum 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They don't let them start preschool around my area until they are 3. The daycare I use currently does a preschool program, so when he hits 3, he will be using the preschool program plus daycare.
2016-05-24 00:16:52 · answer #4 · answered by Marie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our preschool takes children from 2 yrs onwards, my little girl started just after she was 3 as there wasnt place before, my boys started at 2, its does them the world of good mixing with others
2007-02-08 22:51:10 · answer #5 · answered by mumoffour 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you can send her at the age of 3. I have sent mine son in the same age. It is good to know what is the standard age of children where you want to send your child, 'coz childen of the same ages are really easy to go with each other. So the age of that particular "preschool" does matter.
2007-02-08 19:53:16 · answer #6 · answered by moniza_rafaqat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if there is a headstart or preschool in your area call ur district or ecfe I am sure they will be happy to help you. Good luck.
2007-02-08 19:51:23 · answer #7 · answered by Death Girl Am 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
3 is a perfect age to start! 2 is more for daycare!
2007-02-08 19:51:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 or 3. i reccomend 2
2007-02-08 19:49:38 · answer #9 · answered by vrules 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would say 3.
2007-02-09 09:17:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋