3 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Nursery School

A fresh stack of sharpened pencils, the waxy smell of crayons, and the loud zipping of a new lunchbox only mean one thing: school is near. If you’re a parent to much younger children, then you’re probably preparing your child for their first year of nursery school. Although it may seem like a life-changing experience for you and your child, some parents feel overwhelmed because they feel unprepared. Don’t fret — here are three stress-free ways to prepare your child for nursery school:

Way #1: Keep a Schedule

At Miss Sue’s Nursery School, we keep all of our students on a schedule. From lunch to story time, our students will always know what their daily schedule will entail. To get your child used to a schedule, wake them up at a certain time each morning  and start with breakfast. You can then work in scheduled activities such as reading and crafting, as well as some writing. It’s a great way to introduce your child to being on a schedule.

Way #2: Encourage Creativity

One of the biggest ways you can prepare your child for nursery school is to get their creative juices flowing. Here at Miss Sue’s, we have many opportunities for our students to be creative with finger painting, Play-Doh, feathers, beads and so much more. The opportunities for each child to use their imagination are endless! We support creativity with the highest regard, and it shows through our students’ work!

Way #3: Let Them Make Their Own Choices

The biggest fundamental lesson all nursery school students will learn is that they can make their own choices. Whether they’re choosing a material for a craft or a book to read, students will learn that they are capable of making their own choices. A great way to start is to give your child choices at lunchtime. Before you prepare their favorite meal, give them options and ask what they’d prefer to eat instead. This is a truly a simple but easy way to get your child used to decision making.

At Miss Sue’s Nursery School, our prime educational goal is the development of the whole child — socially, emotionally, physically and educationally. A multi-sensory, holistic approach to learning is provided through play, art, music and physical activities. To learn more about the school or to schedule an appointment, please give us a call at 516-938-0894.