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We often hear parents tell their kids not to grow too fast. We want our kids to stay as cute and cuddly as they are for many more years to come.

Of course, that’s wishful thinking. In reality, you want your child to grow healthy, happy, and ready to face the world. If you are like most parents, you are probably considering sending your child to a preschool in Virginia Beach when he or she reaches the age of three. However, others contend that sending a child to school at that age may be too early. So, how does one know when to send a child to daycare in Virginia Beach?

Experts recommend that children at the age of three should start mingling with other kids the same age. Private schools in Virginia Beach provide your kids a chance to socialize while developing the skills they need to prepare them for more advanced schooling. 

Sending your kids to child care in Virginia Beach is an essential step to your child’s growth, but how do you know if they are indeed ready? Below are some suggestions for measuring your child’s readiness for preschool.

1. Does your child enjoy being with other children?

Your youngster will learn about sharing with other children, listening, and taking turns in preschool. Your kid will likewise need to sit patiently in a group, such as during storytime. Children who have previously spent some time in group situations with other children or with family members at home tend to grasp these approaches better.

2. Is your child willing to spend time away from you?

Obviously, your child will have to spend a few hours away from you, and that in itself presents a challenge. If your youngster has not experienced spending time with kids yet, he or she might have a difficult time in a daycare center. If you can see this coming, you can have your child spend some time away from you, perhaps with grandma or an uncle, in the weeks leading to the start of preschool.

3. Is your child potty trained? 

Many preschools only accept children who are toilet trained. Ask them about their toileting requirements before enrolling your child. Try not to rush toilet training to get him or her into preschool earlier. In fact, rushing this process may prolong the training process and make it more difficult.

4. Is your child ready to be with another adult?

At school, your child will meet at least one adult teacher. To some kids, it could be a startling experience. Assess whether your child is ready to meet and learn with a new teacher to avoid encountering problems later on.

If your youngster seems to revel in being around other kids and adults, loves to probe new concepts and activities, and looks to be socially and physically ready, he or she is probably ready for preschool and should have a stimulating and fruitful experience.