Do you remember the first day of your school? If that’s too long ago, do you remember your first day of college, having to find your way around a new space, meet new professors and make new friends? We bet you’re able to picture this as clear as day! It’s the same case for your little ones right now, when they’ll be attending elementary school after finishing pre-school. It’s a huge deal!
Children are generally used to getting a lot of attention from their teachers/helpers/staff when they are in pre-school. But once they enter elementary school, the individual supervision is reduced as the number of students in the class increases. This doesn’t mean that the teacher won’t pay any attention to your child, but it simply means that the teacher’s attention is equally divided among all the students. The children need to build on skills that will help them thrive in the new learning environment of elementary school, and the right pre-school can help your child achieve those skills.
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Benefits Of Pre-school That Prepare Kids For Big School
No wonder pre-school is the most cherished time in a child’s life! They are taught in a fun and playful manner. Children are also taught some basic life lessons like bonding, sharing, honesty, etc., in such a way that it remains with them for a long while. But, there are some other lesser but crucial benefits of sending your child to a pre-school.
Kids have to make a lot of adjustments to navigate the workings of a classroom when they first enter elementary school. Exposure to school routines in pre-school prepares children for the structure and expectations of an elementary school. By the time children enter elementary school, they are well aware of hygiene routines like washing their hands before eating, taking care of their belongings, following basic directions like walking in a line and more, thanks to pre-school.
Firstcry’s Intellitots, with its state‐of-the‐art infrastructure, safe & secure environment and trained teachers, work towards preparing the children for an elementary school in the best way possible. Let’s read about how Intellitots is preparing kids for the big transition from pre-school to big school.
How Are Children Prepared For The Big School At Firstcry Intellitots?
Ms Ashlesha Khare, Senior Curriculum Manager at Intellitots, says, “At the age of six or seven, most children are facing their first major change in life. The transition from pre-school to big school is getting closer. It is understandable that such a great event for pre-schooler is the highlight of their young lives. This is precisely why the child’s current personal environment, family, and pre-school institution have an important role in the transition from pre-school to primary school.”
The pre-school to big school transition is one of the most significant changes in a child’s life. At Firstcry Intellitots, we aim to make this transition easy for children by providing them with the most joyful learning experience. We also believe that the learning experience we provide children should help them develop the 6C’s – Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical thinking, Confidence and Compassion – which are essential 21st-century skills. Intelli-C has been formulated after years of Research and Development by our team of experts with rich industry experience.
Here are some points highlighted by Ms Khare about how the Intellitots help students prepare for the big school. Let’s have a look at them:
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- The children are made to experience a sense of joy in coming to school.
- There is increased motivation and openness to new experiences.
- Teachers at Intellitots focus on improving relations with other children and adults.
- The pre-school works at increasing self-confidence in children.
- Children are mentally prepared for the next class through frequent positive talks about the class.
- A graduation ceremony and a farewell party are arranged for the children to make them feel special as they move from one grade to another (or move to the big school.)
“A successful start to the big school depends on a good transition process. This should be designed responsibly and, in a child-friendly manner, especially from the point of view of the pre-school and from the point of view of the pedagogical specialists,” points out Ms Khare.
What Can Parents Do To Help Children Get Ready For Big School?
| 1. Before your child’s first day at the big school, plan to visit the school together to understand the surroundings better. | 2. If you know the children in your child’s class, arrange for a play date with them before big school begins, to ease your kid into the process. |
| 3. Make your child get used to the idea of a big school with the help of pretend play. | 4. Sit with your child and share your first–day experience with them; make a fun session by asking them what they expect, what they’d love to do, etc. |
Entering elementary school is the start of a new journey in your child’s life. To make this transition smooth for the kids, it is important to understand the role of a pre–school and how it can help them prepare for the big school. A good pre–school can assist in developing a proper foundation for future study and development of your child!
