How to select a Preschool

When you see your toddler running around the house, wandering for more activities, peeking into kitchen exploring the drawers,  its time you start looking for a good preschool. Now the tough decision is how to select a Preschool. So here we present things to check before seeking admission in any preschool.

Teacher-student ratio

The first thing to enquire about is what is the ratio of teachers per student in class does that preschool maintain. Typically a student teacher ratio of 1:10 is advisable. A smaller class size and a lower teacher-student ratio ensures effective learning and achievement in the students. A lower teacher student ratio helps child to communicate  more effectively and build a good bonding with his teacher and Thus feels more comfortable and confident about his work.

Kind of learning materials

A quick glance at the displayed learning material can help the parent find out how are the different subjects taught in school . Parent should also research and ask about various ways or teaching methods used to teach maths or introduce any new topic in class.

Safety factors

Parents should check for all the safety measures covered in school. Following can be a check list of safety measures covered by the school:

• always guarded by a staff at the entrance gate. 
• uses no gas cooking in kitchen
• all electrical switchboard are off  reach from children
• all electric wiring is concealed
• staircase are well guarded with railings 
• emergency first-aid box available within reach

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Distance of Preschool

Distance plays a critical role in selecting a preschool. It should be at a distance easily approachable by the parent. One has to decide whether the preschool is near to their workplace or their home. Nearness to school ensures that you will be able to attend your child within a few minutes whenever your child needs you or in case of any emergency.

Research

At the end its a very big decision in the life of your little-one. and no big decision should be taken in haste. So take time in visiting all possible preschools and shortlisting them based on the above factors . Reach out for people reviews on the preschools you have visited. Explore the internet for  activities posted by those school and find out how different and creative they are in their work.