How play school plays an important role in early child education

From the year your kid is born till age 5, these are special years in children's lives. As they begin to develop their personalities, new hobbies and interests, you need to be kind and patient and accept them all. Moreover, these years are vital if you are talking about social, emotional and cognitive development. 

It goes without saying that early childhood education plays a crucial role in fostering your child's holistic growth before the age of 5 and prepares them for academic years that will follow. If currently are thinking of enrolling your kids in a playschool, there are a few things that you need to consider while looking for a program of your choice : 

• A defined and a well-constructed curriculum

• Structured lesson plans

• An array of hands-on learning experiences

• Qualified teachers who encourage parental involvement and regular communication

Below lies some of the qualities one can adopt if they start with playschools, and how much of a difference it can make in your child's development.

1) The first step out of the comfort zone 

This will be the first time your child will step out of their secure zone or security blanket. Therefore, it needs to be a place where your child feels the most comfortable and is capable of building their self-esteem. Playschools are a place where they learn their own name, things, and make friends. Moreover, learn how to communicate with respective teachers and fellow students.

2) Learning 

As a parent, you provide your kids with plenty of attention in terms of - you look after their basic needs and get them toys for entertainment. However, in playschools, your kids will be provided with the 'right' toys that will help nourish them and help in development. Moreover, the school conducts plays in a way that it becomes a learning experience.

3) Social interaction

The second most significant feature of any playschool education. Teachers encourage students to interact with each other while playing with mud, drawing, practising free colouring and writing on boards will help in motor development of your child.

4) Reduces Separation Anxiety 

Play Schools help kids from transitioning from home to a formal school. So it is safe to say that at times, the first day of school for your kid can be a bit strange or saddening. As suddenly they are introduced to this strange world from the warm cocoon that they were comfortable in. In India, the age group for playschool, and a common scenario then is them clinging on to you.

This is where playschools come in and help minimize the impact of separation anxiety. As it prepares your kids to face the world and make them more self-confident.

Hence, these were some of the ways how playschools play a crucial role in shaping your child's future.

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Diksha Sharma Joined: August 20th, 2018