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Parenting is full of tough decisions from the day your child enters your life. One of the toughest choices as they approach toddlerhood is the decision about whether or not to put them in a preschool before they start kindergarten. Once you\u2019ve decided that preschool is the best choice for your family, the next difficult decision becomes \u201cbut, which one?\u201d Break down your decision-making process to make it easier to approach and less stressful with these tips.<\/span><\/p>\n

Research<\/b><\/h4>\n

Visit their websites, make phone calls to the directors and ask about the curriculum and cost. All of these are important! But don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to your community. Ask in any groups you\u2019re in on social media, ask family and friends in your neighborhood, seek personal experiences with the school. This adds the human element to the facts you\u2019ll see online.<\/span><\/p>\n

Know Your Child<\/b><\/h4>\n

Knowing your child\u2019s specific needs and methods of learning and socialization before you make your first visit or take your first tour. This will not only help you when you\u2019re observing teacher\/student relationships in the school, but you\u2019ll be prepared with specific questions to ask regarding learning environments and teaching style.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ask Questions<\/b><\/h4>\n

If you have a lot of questions, <\/span>ask them<\/span><\/i>. You\u2019ll get a good idea of how parent-preschool communication will be just by observing the way the preschool answers and fully addresses your questions and concerns. It\u2019s also a really good idea to ask how they will communicate with you going forward. Do they send emails or text messages? Is there an app they use to update you on your child\u2019s day and experiences? Ask!<\/span><\/p>\n

Most importantly, know that no decision is permanent. Trust your instincts and do what YOU know is best for your preschooler!<\/span><\/p>\n

Use our Preschool Comparison Checklist<\/a> to find the perfect preschool for your family!<\/span><\/p>\n

Want to learn more about<\/span> Kids \u2018R\u2019 Kids Learning Academy of Landstar<\/span><\/a> located in Orlando, Florida? Our mission is to provide secure, nurturing, and educational environments for children ages 6 weeks \u2013 12 years. We help children to bloom into responsible, considerate, and contributing members of society. For more information, give us a call or stop by for a tour! We\u2019d love to get to know you and your family.<\/span><\/p>\n

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