Starting preschool is as much a milestone moment for parents as it is for their children, and it will be here sooner than you think! So how do you know when your child is ready for preschool?

First and foremost, there are no official rules for entry. You won’t know if your child is ready by comparing them to other children, nor do you have to follow a perceived set of guidelines before you allow them to make the leap. While preschool will enhance your child’s development and ready them for kindergarten, you’ll need to choose the path that’s best for your family.

When deciding whether to enroll your little one in preschool, consider how your child operates. If they have already attended daycare, preschool won’t be a radical change. Day care centers like the Merry Manor School of Childhood in Lincoln, NE, are perfect for preparing your child for the preschool routine. With programs for science, music, and art, Merry Manor can jumpstart your child’s learning in anticipation of preschool programs.

If you’re ready to consider preschool for your child, exposure to a regular schedule at home will help children better assimilate to a typical school day. Additionally, exposure to peers (beyond siblings) will prepare children for cooperative, collective work. No matter what your child needs, Merry Manor is proud to offer everything from day care for infants six weeks and older, to after-school sessions for 13-year-old students.

Since children adapt so quickly, transition periods usually have more of an impact on parents than kids. To smooth shifts between age groups, consider a trusted day care center like Merry Manor, which has been caring for students since 1948. Through field trips, homework clubs, and the ever-popular snack time, Merry Manor can help your child prepare for preschool, adjust to change, and excel in their academics.

A quality day care center like Merry Manor will give parents considering preschool peace of mind, as their children will be on solid footing when it comes time for school. For more information on Merry Manor’s programs and care options, call 402-466-2215, or like the center on Facebook.