Knowing signs of readiness for school is an important element in insuring your child’s success at the next level of his/her learning.   Parents usually think about choosing a great school for their young child but often ask,  “Is My Child Ready?”   Knowing as a parent you have worked hard at choosing the RIGHT place is only the beginning.

As important as cognitive readiness, knowing letters, colors and shapes, is the knowledge and experience of being a positive participant in the classroom.  Children come from a variety of backgrounds.  Some have attended Mother’s Day Out; some Day Care, some preschool and some have stayed at home.  These environments also help in the preparation process.

But does your child have
the right tools for success?

Let the bulleted list help you begin the process of deciding whether your child is ready for kindergarten?

• Does your child separate easily from you?
• Does your child have good self-help skills relating to dressing,
  say they do not feel well, eat snacks and treats without assistance, and have independent bathroom skills?
• Is your child easily understood when speaking?
• Does your child have good communication skills to be able to express desires and needs?
• Does your child have good personal boundaries?
• Does your child enjoy group activities?  Taking turns and waiting is hard to do, but a necessary skill.
• Does your child relate well to other adults?  Other children?

Knowing your child’s readiness can help insure his/her success!