How is separation anxiety handled, and what is done to ease the transition to school?
We realize that, for many of our young ones, the Preschool experience will be the first substantial time away from home. This can be hard for both the child and the parents. We have pre-visits a few days before classes begin in the fall. During this time the child meets with the teacher and one or more of his classmates. This provides a time to get acquainted with the teacher on a more one-to-one basis. The parents remain nearby with the assistant teacher, completing necessary forms and providing information that is helpful in understanding their child. Also, to aid in the transition between home and preschool, our first week of classes are shortened. Each class meets for two hours the first week instead of the regular three-hour program. We also offer, to all families new to our program, a brochure published by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This offers information and advice for parents in dealing with good-byes. If after the first few days, you
