Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten: Tips for Parents

April 29, 2025

Encourage independence: Help your child develop the skills they need to do things on their own, such as dressing themselves and using the bathroom. 
 

• Read to your child: Reading to your child on a regular basis helps with language development and a love for learning.
• Practice counting and basic math concepts: Counting objects and playing with basic shapes and numbers will help prepare your child for math lessons in kindergarten.
• Develop social skills: Help your child learn to share, take turns, and make friends by playing with other children and modeling good social behavior.
• Introduce your child to the school environment: Visit the school and meet the teacher before the first day of class. This will help ease any anxieties and make the transition to kindergarten smoother.
• Encourage creative play: Play with your child and engage in activities that allow them to use their imagination and creativity.
• Keep a consistent routine: Establishing a regular routine for your child will help them feel more secure and prepared for the structured environment of kindergarten.
• Encourage self-expression: Allow your child to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing environment. This will help to develop their confidence and communication skills.
• Show interest in their work: Show interest in your child's school work and daily activities, and help them to see the value of learning and education.
• Encourage them to be patient, curious and persistent: Kindergarten is a new experience, and it is normal for children to have questions and be curious. Encourage them to be patient and persistent in learning new things.