Kindergarten ?

Question

I babysit a girl every other weekend. She is almost 5 yrs old and cannot count past 10 in order, she doesn't recognize more THAN HALF the alphabet.

Ive tried to help her but she's lazy and its not her fault, her parents are lazy and don't do anything to help the girl. I mean they still put her shoes on for her, even the velcro ones or she starts crying,lol but not with me cause I dont allow that laziness in my home.

So my question is, will they let into kindergarten knowing so litte ? Ive still got a few yrs before Kindergarten.

thanks in advance

Answer 1

Yes they will let her into kindergarten they are not going to deny her just because she doesn't know all of her alphabet.

Answer 2

In the usa it is typical for a child to know their alphabet and numbers and how to dress theirselves before entering Kindergarten.

We have pre school for children and it is almost essential for a busy parent to enroll their child into classes at least 3 days per week to learn social skills and basics.

Answer 3

They'll still let her go into Kindergarten since it's the law and the only requirement really is for them to be 5 by September. You'll be amazed at how much she'll learn the first few months of kindergarten, too! Usually the teachers make it really fun when learning so I'm pretty sure she'll do well:)

Answer 4

If she is almost 5 she should start kindergarten in the next year. if she turns 5 before october, than this year!

They will take her, but they will drill her too! My son is in kindergarten and has to write sentances every night and know 20 sight words instantly! he  also had to count to 100 by the second semester! So go ahead push and talk to the parents and let them know. What might be a good eye opener is to go to the local elementary school and get the K list of expectations and give it to the parents!

Answer 5

If she goes through kindergarten screening, they may recommend she waits another year.  However, the parents aren't required to take that advice.  If she's not 5 yet, then she will be one of the younger kindergarteners.  Lazy parents or not, most kids will pick up on the #'s and stuff like that by the time they are 5.  One of my boys had a hard time learning his letters too, and in school the things that are related to phonics and reading continue to be a challenge to him.  Unless you are there in her home while her parents are there all day, I don't think you should accuse them of being lazy.  You can't be sure of that.  If she were to have a learning disability, that could also account for her problems.  I would suggest that you spend a lot of your time reading with her and encouraging her, but don't lay blame unless you are entirely sure of the situation.  So many kids aren't ready for what is expected of them in kindergarten.  They don't go there to necessarily be taught the basics anymore, but to expand on what the school believes they should already know.  Plus, it doesn't really matter if she's not using shoes that tie either....most (but not all) 4 year olds don't have the manual dexterity to learn that skill.  She should be able to put on her velcro one's by herself though.

Answer 6

sure they will.its unfortunate that she has lazy parents,but is there anyway you can make learning fun for her?

Answer 7

The answer to your question is yes.  By law, kids who meet the age requirement (typically must be 5 by Sept. 30 or in some states a little later) must go to Kindergarten.  It's not optional and it doesn't matter how much or how little the child knows.  There is no entrance exam to get into Kindergarten.  It's all based on age.  

Once they're in Kindergarten, teachers do their best to work with what they have.  Some kids can read and write in Kindergarten, but there are others who can't even identify all the letters in the alphabet (like the child you're describing).  Some kids will enter Kindergarten who are brand new to the country and can't speak English.   In addition, there are some kids who can read and write, but can't get along with other kids or can't separate from their parents without breaking down.  All kids have their strenghts and areas that need improvement.   Teachers find out the first month of school (mainly through testing and observation) which kids know what and they group them accordingly.  

Most likely, the child you're describing will need extra help.  But that doesn't mean she can't go to Kindergarten.  Hope that answers your question.

Answer 8

This girl and her family have a big problem:  lack of involvement in her development.  They're unenlightened parents and you have only two week-ends a month in which to counter their sorry influence.  Good luck.

First, have a talk with all of them present and tell them you're very concerned that she isn't developing as quickly as she should because adults are doing things for her.  Express your concern that she will continue to rely on them to do things for her that she should do for herself and in which she will take so much pride, especially if you give her positive enforcement = praise.

As for numbers and alphabet, do games with her to help her learn.  You can't remake the parents, sadly, but you can help work with them so she gets what SHE  needs.

Answer 9

are you under 5 yrs old? u really shouldnt b on this site under 5 yrs old. u shouldnt b on this site under 10 yrs old.

but in reference to your question, theyll let her into a public school because they cant deny a child's education!! private schools dont have to be so nice but they might.