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The first three years of life are the most critical period for children. If you are planning on starting a family, there are a lot of decisions you need to make. One of those is where you would like your child to go to school. It is very important to have a solid plan for this decision. You want your child to have a positive experience at school. 

To do this, you need to understand the difference between preschool and nursery. 

Which is Better for You: Nursery or Preschool?

A nursery typically cares for infants from six weeks of age until they enter primary school, with some caring for children up to the age of six.

Preschools, on the other hand, often care for children between the ages of three and five who are not yet ready to begin primary school.

Parents frequently employ preschools to prepare their children for full-time education. Rather than beginning education when a kid enters reception, a preschool provides a structured setting to assist them with this transition.

However, parents who want to combine this structured educational atmosphere with professional childcare are more likely to choose a nursery.

Typically, a nursery will care for children on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on the parents’ demands. Children attend preschool for a maximum of two or three hours per day, either as part of a morning or afternoon session.

Unlike preschools, which run during regular school hours and in short sessions, nurseries typically function for significantly longer hours. Many nurseries open as early as 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. to accommodate parents’ working hours. The majority of preschools follow the same term schedule as conventional schools, including half-term breaks and lengthy summer vacations. Nurseries, on the other hand, will remain open during these hours.

While both nurseries and preschools strive to educate the children in their care, nurseries incorporate a variety of social activities into their daily schedules.

This is not always achievable in a preschool, as the majority of preschools must adhere to the national curriculum.

Child Care of the Highest Quality

For you and your child, the upcoming school year will be an exciting time. Your child is growing at a breakneck pace, and the finest present you can give them is a sound education.

We blend the advantages of traditional education and progressive learning at Rainbow Preschool and Daycare Center. Your child will develop vital life skills like critical thinking, social interaction, cooperation, and independence in a safe and entertaining setting. We are happy to assist our students in achieving academic and personal success.