Day Care or Preschool

To make the eparation from home and family a good experience, it is recommended that parents consider the following factors in selecting a care facility or preschool:

Trained, experienced teachers who enjoy, understand and can lead children

Enough teachers and assistants, ideally, at least one for every five children, small rather than large groups, if possible. (Studies have shown that five children with one caregiver is better than 20 children with four caregivers)

Staff that has been there for a long period of time

Opportunities for creative work, imaginative play, and physical activity

Space to move indoors and out

Lots of drawing and coloring materials and toys, as well as equipment such as swings, wagons, jungle gym, etc.