Helpful reads for new parents
Short, friendly guides on choosing a preschool and settling your child in.
Preschool or daycare: which is right for your child?
A preschool is a daily program of learning through play: stories, rhymes, art, numbers and early skills, usually for a few hours a day. Daycare is care for a longer part of the day, with play, rest and supervision.
Many families need both, learning hours plus extra supervised time. To decide, ask yourself three questions:
- How old is my child, and are they ready for a group setting?
- How many hours a day do I need covered?
- Does the place teach through activities, or is it care only?
At Sandipani, classes run about 3 to 4 hours a day depending on the class, and daycare is open from 8 am to 1 pm.
What to expect in Nursery
Nursery, for children around 3 to 4 years old, is often the first structured year of school. Your child will meet daily routines, circle time, and lots of learning through colors, shapes, letters, numbers, art and stories.
- Tears in the first few days are normal and usually pass quickly.
- Progress shows first in confidence, speech and independence, more than in writing.
- Your child will start making friends and learning to share and wait for a turn.
Talk to the teacher often. Small notes about what your child enjoys help the whole class team.
Getting your child ready for the first day
- Visit the school together before the first day, so the building feels familiar.
- Talk about school in a happy, simple way, with stories about making friends and playing.
- Settle into a regular sleeping and waking routine a week or two before.
- Keep goodbyes short and cheerful. A long goodbye makes it harder for everyone.
- Label bags and bottles with your child's name.
- Be on time at pick-up, so your child learns they can trust that you will return.
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