How Can Parents Make The Most Of A Preschool Tour

The time is ripe for parents of preschool-aged kids to start their scavenger hunt for the best preschool for their kid(s). Making a choice among the host of Manhattan preschools can be quite a challenge, especially for the rookies who have to figure out a lot of important factors before making the final decision.

As tours and Open Houses are conducted by almost every Manhattan Preschool, parents need to keep track of the dates of the Open House for their shortlisted options and attend the same, without fail.

The following guidelines will help parents navigate through the hurdles in finding the best preschool, while making the most of every preschool tour they take -

Teaching Method:

Depending on their priorities, parents can enquire about the philosophy of early childhood education followed by the preschool. Waldorf, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia are some of the common philosophies followed by the Manhattan preschools.

Discipline and Administration:

Knowing how the school will handle behavioral issues is important- Parents attending school tours should ask how the schools deal with disciplinary issues.

Separation Policy:

If parents think/feel that their child might face some difficulty when they separate from them in the initial phase when they join preschool, it is imperative for them to know if there is a child-friendly separation policy at the school which will slowly ease the anxiety of the preschoolers.

Qualification and Background of Teaching Staff:

Preschool tours are great when it comes to knowing the teachers and other school staff better. Parents should interact freely on such tours and also enquire about the qualification and experience of the teachers.

Involvement of Parents:

Depending on their expectations and requirements, parents should find out if the preschool they are considering for their child has an open-door policy or not. If their expectations match the schools’ then it is a green signal for the parents to go ahead.