Requirements for Preschool?

Question

Are there any requirements for children to join a preschool? I am a mother of a 2 1/2 year old and I want to make sure she is prepared. What kind of stuff do they look for, and what do they do in there classes?

Answer 1

Usually the only requirement is that the child be potty trained and two years old, but it depends on the specific school, the amount of staff they have, and whether or not the child has any special needs that would make potty training difficult.  Most preschools have only the minimal amount of staff necessary to meet the state requirements, so that is why they tend to want children potty trained first.  It also depends on the individual school's philosophy... if they believe that children each have their own learning time frames, and allow for children who may not have potty training down or not.  It also depends on if the school is at a center or in a home daycare.  Home daycares tend to be more lenient about potty training restrictions, since they have the ability to spend more time helping children become competent.  If a school tells you that there are "academic" restrictions, such as that your child needs to be able to say their abc's or count to a certain number before they can "allow" them into their program- RUN!  This is not the kind of center or childcare you want.  You want a program that is going to be sensitive of your child's individual needs, and will work with you on helping your child develop to THEIR best potential- not some arbitrary standard they have set up.  Now, there is a difference between what I just said and a center/daycare that keeps assessments/evaluations on a child.  These are good... you want the center to closely monitor how your child is developing and be able to spot any potential delays or problems.  What you don't want is them telling you that your child must meet a certain criteria before they can be admitted into the program.  Your child shouldn't have to pass a test before they can be accepted.  A good preschool should aid your child in getting to the next level of development, but shouldn't be pushy.  They should learn to do things with experimentation, not just shown how to do it.  They should have teachers who provoke thought- not tell you how to think.  Above all, it should be FUN!

Answer 2

I really don't think there are any requirements. In preschool, at least in the one I worked at, they were teaching shapes, colors, and the alphabet. Some parents teach their child the alphabet to help them have a jump start, but I don't think it's a requirement. Just work with your child a little and help her develop the skills she learns in class and she will be fine.

Answer 3

KNOWING THEIR A B C S  ,SOME COLORS , NUMBERS TO 10 , THEIR ADDRESS IN SOME SCHOOLS

Answer 4

well, trying teaching her to count,her ABC`s and stuff like that.....or you can go to an actual preschool and study what they do...ask them they'll tell you...promise!!!!!!!!!

Answer 5

it depends on the state ,where i live they have to be 3 years by the time school starts, Provide an up-to-date immunization record.

Complete a physical examination record. tb shot.

most kids here go to Head Start so there is no income guid lines where most places do

Answer 6

You may be charged extra for your child if he/she isn't potty trained. However, you want to make sure that you attend a LICENSED and ACCREDITED (preferably by the NAEYC) preschool.

The NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) has a website with tips for selecting a school.

Answer 7

Usually there is no requirements for a preschool program.

If I were the parent..I would call many preschool's in your area (after looking to see which ones are accrediated). The accrediated preschools means that they have higher standards. There are many different types of Preschools. There are home based (something like home day care), Some are located in public schools and then there are center based. There are also private and public school ones.

After you called around and found a few that are near you. I would go (just parents of child) and talk to the director and teachers. Look around. Go without calling. All centers should have an open door policy (parents/guests allowed at any time). They may not be able to talk to you in depth..but you will have a real sense on what goes on. You can make an appointment to go back to sit down and talk with them for a second visit (without child). Once you have seen all of them 2x. then you can bring your child to look around. You can ask your child if they liked on more then another (or you can judge by their face/reactions).

After you choose the one that is right for you and your family. You can sit down and fill out the paper work. There is usually a lot (especially if it is head start..or funded by the gov't).

Usually your child does not need to be potty trained. Most schools now teach them!

Preschools work on a lot of social/emotional and then the basics abc's, numbers, colors,  pre-writing skills, etc.

Have fun in the process~

Answer 8

It all depeneds on where you live. where i live you just had to be potty trained.

Answer 9

first child ey?

Answer 10

2-4yrs,  immunizations, birth Record, Maybe they need Specail Care? Or If Your Child can Get Alone Well, Share, Maybe Attitude is under control.

good Luck

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