How to choose the best preschool for your child
Subtitle: the ultimate guide to finding, getting into, and preparing for nursery school
By: Jenifer Wana
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Naperville, Ill
Language: eng
Number of pages: 237
ISBN-13: 9781402242083
Subjects: School choice; Parent participation; Nursery schools; Preschool Education; Readiness for school
Description: Starting preschool is one of the biggest milestones in a child's life. With this comprehensive, step-by-step guide, you won't have to navigate the preschool process alone. Whether the nursery schools nearby enroll every child, or they're so competitive that they only accept a few applicants, this book has everything you need to know to choose and get into the right preschool for your child. You'll learn: *How to find high-quality preschools in your area *Insight into popular preschool programs (Montessori, Waldorf, play based, cooperative) *Key criteria to consider when choosing a preschool *Strategies for paying for preschool (financial aid, tax benefits) *How to help prepare your child for the first day of preschool *Advice for gaining admission into competitive programs, including getting off the waiting list, submitting a strong application, and preparing for a child assessment.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Preschool primer; title: Getting organized; title: Choosing a preschool : the basics; title: What to look for in a preschool; title: Types of preschool programs; title: Researching preschools; title: The preschool admissions process; title: Submitting a strong application; title: Child and parent interview; title: Making the final decision; title: Paying for preschool; title: Preschool readiness skills; title: Countdown to the first day of school; title: Supporting your child throughout preschool.