While preschool used to be an optional choice for parents of small children, today early childhood school is a crucial part of a child's education. Research has shown that early childhood intervention has proven beneficial for children not only cognitively, but socially, emotionally, and physically. Seagull Schools in Honolulu, HI, provides early education for children that will set them on a path toward academic and personal success later in life.

Here are three reasons why preschool learning is crucial for every child:

• Increased Cognitive Development: Children who attend preschool are more prepared for kindergarten than those who do not attend. Excellent preschool curriculum involves an approach that balances structured learning with free play time. At Seagulls Schools, children do science experiments and have structured story time, along with chances to apply their learning through play in a safe environment.
• Increased Social & Emotional Growth: Preschool programs have proven to increase a child's emotion regulation skills, social skills, and self-assurance. The RAND Corporation's study on early intervention programs shows that center-based preschool programs with low student-to-teacher ratios, like those at Seagull Schools, give more opportunities for teachers to work one-on-one with students during teachable moments.
• Increased Literacy & Language Skills: For their first five years, children build their vocabulary at an accelerated pace compared to the rest of their life. Children who grow up in a "language-rich environment" have strong vocabularies and experience fewer problems learning to read. The teachers at Seagull Schools work to build a child's literacy skills through daily conversations, storytelling, literacy lessons, and dramatic play.

Besides these, there are even more reasons why children benefit from preschool, including improved gross and fine motor skills, increased confidence, and self-sufficiency, among others. Ultimately, preschool should be a part of every child's education.

Seagull Schools strives to provide children with high-quality early childhood education. Their preschool curriculum, qualified teachers, and low classroom ratio make them an excellent choice for families in need of preschool and day care programs. Visit their website to learn more, or call (808) 533-0004 to schedule a tour of one of their many locations in and around Honolulu.