You may have heard the saying, “it takes a village to raise a child.” While Lexington, KY, may not be a village, Big Blue Bird Early Childhood Education Center knows that it takes more than a school day to raise curious, compassionate children. Parental involvement is vital to a child’s academic success, even in preschool. They encourage each parent to get involved in and out of the classroom.

How Parental Involvement Helps Preschool Children

1. Better Communication

When teachers know their students’ parents, communication is enhanced between the school and the families. Parents will know what their children are learning, and can adopt teaching methods to incorporate at home. They can ask questions about learning stages and development, and teachers can recommend ways for parents to continue education outside of the classroom. If your child is having any problems, they can be easily addressed through a parent-teacher connection.

2. Continuous Growth

When a parent is involved in their child’s education, learning is not just confined to the classroom—it becomes a part of both the home and school environment. On top of that, research shows that children achieve more when their parents are involved in their learning process. They get better grades, are more likely to complete homework assignments, and have more positive social interactions. While preschool doesn’t have homework or grades, establishing parental involvement as the norm at a young age will benefit you and your child throughout their academic career.

3. Sense of Community

Schools with actively involved parents often have better relationships with their communities, which is a benefit for everyone. When parents are involved, schools have higher quality programming, and the community is more likely to support its learning centers. In this case, it really does take a village to produce an optimal educational environment.

If you’re looking for exceptional preschool programming in the Lexington area, make Big Blue Bird Early Childhood Education Center your first choice. As a learning preschool, they have over 40 years of experience making day care educational and fun. Give them a call today at (859) 299-9277. Visit their website for more information.