Milestones are bittersweet. First words and first steps followed potty training and the first day of preschool. As parents we are SO ready (with camera phones in hand!) to watch our children meet these first milestones, but at the same time a big lump appears in our throats as we realize our babies are growing up. Meeting certain milestones are more obvious than others, and a common question I think every parent asks is this:
“Is my child ready for elementary school?”
Does the thought of your little one going off to preschool cause a million and one questions t0 flood your mind? Have I taught them enough? Do they need to know their ABCs? Should he be able to tie his shoes? Will they fit in? Should she be able to write her name? Mama, let me tell you. You and every other parent of a preschooler is asking yourself those same questions! How do I know they are ready for elementary school?
If you’re the parent of a young child, or children, chances are you’ve asked yourself these same questions. We all want to make sure we’re giving our children every advantage and opportunity we can. That means ensuring their education begins early—and gets off to the right start.
Here are just a few things you want to look for when selecting a preschool for your child:
- Curriculum and learning experiences
- Building safety and security
- Physical fitness, indoor and outdoor activity
- Healthy food selections
- Extracurricular learning opportunities
- Communication with families
At La Petite Academy®, you’ll find all that and more. This is way more than just daycare. This is a place where your child will discover respect, collaboration, and a love of learning. And at this school, innovation starts early, with STEM learning: science, technology, engineering, and math. In a nurturing, interactive environment, little innovators will find themselves inspired.
The warm, caring, and dedicated team at this school works hard to ensure children are prepared for elementary school and future academic success. Their teachers utilize research-based curriculum and an exclusive digital lesson planning tool to customize learning experiences based on the needs of each child. This means no two lesson plans are the same—because no two children are the same. The school offers programs for infants through school-age students.
As a committed partner to busy, working parents, they feature flexible offerings such as full- and part-time enrollment options. Plus, they’re dedicated to the complete well-being of your growing child through healthy food choices and physical activity. The best part? You won’t miss a single precious moment. With the brightwheel mobile app for parents, you receive regular updates of your child’s day, including photos and videos.
Visit LaPetite.com to find your local school and schedule a tour.
