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How to Choose a Playschool in Chennai

A simple checklist for parents choosing a playschool or preschool: what to look for, what to ask and how to judge a visit.

Start with a visit

Photos and websites help, but the best way to choose is to see the school with your child. Plan the visit at a time when children are in class so that you see a normal day.

What to look for

Safety

Safe entrances, supervised play, child-safe rooms and a clear rule on who may collect your child

Cleanliness

Clean classrooms, toilets and play areas

Teachers

Warm, patient adults who get down to the children's level and talk to them

Play

Plenty of hands-on play, stories, songs and movement, not only worksheets

Communication

A clear way to hear about your child's day and progress

Routine

A calm daily routine with time to eat, rest and play outdoors

Questions to ask on your visit

  1. How many children are in each class and how many adults look after them?
  2. What does a normal day look like?
  3. How do you help a child who cries when parents leave?
  4. How will I know how my child is doing?
  5. What happens if my child is unwell or has an accident?
  6. Who is allowed to collect my child?
  7. Can I meet the teacher who will take my child's class?

Signs of a good fit

  • Your child looks curious and relaxed in the classroom
  • The teachers answer your questions openly
  • You understand how you will hear about your child's day
  • You feel comfortable with the people who will care for your child

Getting ready for the first day

  • Talk about school in a happy way for a few days before
  • Practise the morning routine
  • Pack a water bottle, a healthy snack and a spare set of clothes
  • Keep goodbyes short and cheerful

Questions parents ask

At what age should my child start playschool?

Many children start between 2 and 3 years. It depends on your child and your family. Visit and talk to the teachers, and we will help you decide.

How do I know the school is safe?

Ask to see the classrooms, ask who may collect children and how visitors are checked. A good school answers these questions openly.

Can I try before I decide?

Ask each school about a trial visit. At Kidzee Madipakkam you are welcome to visit and see a class before you decide.

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